University of Essex Unveils Prestigious Academic Excellence Scholarship for Indian Master’s Students

Tier 2 university students eligible for scholarships worth £3000

New Delhi, 20 November 2023: University of Essex, UK-based and ranked 18th in the UK for Economics by QS World University Rankings 2023 is thrilled to introduce the Academic Excellence International Master’s Scholarship for Indian students. This initiative is designed to provide financial support to Tier 2 university students in India pursuing postgraduate studies in the UK. Scholarships worth up to £3000 are available for Indian students who are looking to enroll in January 2024 intakes.

The scholarship is open to Indian students from Tier 2 universities who have completed their undergraduate degrees either overseas or in the UK and are self-funding their postgraduate studies. The application process is simplified, as applicants are automatically considered upon submission of a complete application for relevant courses. This eliminates the need for a separate scholarship application, streamlining the process for prospective students.

Emphasizing academic merit, the scholarship awards are based on a candidate’s academic achievements. Applicants are required to submit a detailed statement of purpose, along with academic or work references and valid English Language test results. Also, students who have achieved a minimum of 60% or CGPA 6.5/10 or CGPA 2.6/4 are eligible for the scholarship.

The scholarship is applicable across all courses and departments, except East 15 Acting School, showcasing the University of Essex’s commitment to supporting students across diverse disciplines. As a testament to its dedication, the grant is awarded as a partial tuition fee waiver, underlining the University’s commitment to facilitating the educational aspirations of talented Indian students and fostering a global community of academic excellence.

Ms. Vanessa Potter, Director of Communications and External Relations, University of Essex, said, “Empowering Tier 2 university students to reach new heights, the University of Essex is thrilled to unveil the Academic Excellence International Master’s Scholarship. This initiative is more than a financial boost; it’s a beacon of recognition for the academic prowess of Indian students. As we welcome the January 2024 intakes, our streamlined application process ensures that every eligible student is automatically considered.”

The last date of the submission of the scholarship is November 30, 2023, and for more detailed information please visit: https://www.essex.ac.uk/scholarships/academic-excellence-international-masters-scholarship

About the University of Essex 

The University of Essex is determined to do things differently and put student success at the centre of everything they do. It is committed to two things: excellence in teaching and excellence in research. 

The university puts student success at the heart of its mission, supporting every student from every background to achieve outstanding outcomes; and preparing the students to thrive in their future lives. 

Determined to make a difference in society, it is ranked 56th in the global Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023, which ranked more than 1,400 universities around the world. Top 25 for the most international student community in the World University Rankings 2022 

Making an impact through research is at the heart of the University. It is in the UK’s top 10 for research quality in four subjects. 

It is number 1 in the UK for the number of Innovate UK-funded Knowledge Transfer Partnerships.