Scholarship

Kinnessburn Scholarship

University of St Andrews Original Source

About This Opportunity

The Kinnessburn Scholarship is awarded annually to up to two successful candidates who have completed an International Foundation programme at the International Education Institute and are moving on to an undergraduate degree programme within the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £2,000 towards tuition fees per year for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Recipients must serve as ambassadors for the International Education Institute while receiving the scholarship, requiring up to ten hours per semester. Ambassadorial tasks include helping with conversion and orientation activities for foundation offer-holders, participating in webinars, attending orientation events, and engaging in focus group work. The selection process involves submitting both an application form and a two-minute video presentation demonstrating personal development during foundation studies and potential as an effective ambassador for IE.

36 - 49 mo
2 awards
Renewable
Approximately 5-6 weeks after deadline

Who Can Apply

Region
United Kingdom
Project in
United Kingdom
Applicants
individual

Application Details

Interview

Stages

  1. 1 two_stage

Required documents

cv portfolio

Review process

Panel shortlists four candidates based on two-minute video task, then selects up to two successful candidates. Panel may consult with foundation Programme Directors and teaching staff regarding candidates' potential as ambassadors.

Additional benefits

  • networking

Restrictions

  • employment_restrictions
  • reporting_requirements

Post-award obligations

  • acknowledge_funder