Gibraltar Commonwealth Scholarships for Researchers, 2018

Scholarship Description:

Gibraltar Commonwealth Scholarships for Researchers, 2018 is open for Developing Countries . The scholarship allows Research level program(s) in the field of All Subjects taught at University of Gibraltar . The deadline of the scholarship is .

Scholarship Description: The University of Gibraltar is delighted to be able to offer a Commonwealth PhD Scholarship, an opportunity for researchers who are citizens of the Commonwealth countries.

The purpose of the scholarship is to enhance individual teaching and research capacity leading to increased institutional capacity in academic and other sectors in Commonwealth countries and to contribute to Gibraltar’s higher education and research by attracting international candidates and encouraging links and collaboration.

Scholarship Provider: The University of Gibraltar is a not-for-profit independent tertiary institution that was established by The University of Gibraltar Act 2015.

Degree Level: Scholarships are available for pursuing full-time doctoral programme at the University of Gibraltar.

Available Subject: Scholarships are awarded to study the subjects offered by the university.

Scholarship Benefits: The Gibraltar Commonwealth Scholarship Scheme provides financial support that includes all University fees, one annual return trip to and from the country of residence, and a monthly stipend towards completion of a three-year full-time doctoral postgraduate qualification at the University of Gibralta.

 

Eligible Nationalities: Citizens of Commonwealth countries are eligible to apply.

Eligibility Criteria: To apply for this scholarship, you must:
Be a citizen of a Commonwealth country other than the host country (Gibraltar) or a British protected person;
Be permanently resident in a Commonwealth country (http://thecommonwealth.org/member-countries);
Be available to start your academic studies in Gibraltar by the start of the academic year in October 2018; and
By October 2018, hold a first degree of at least upper second class (2:1) honours standard, or a second class degree and a relevant postgraduate qualification (usually a Master’s degree).
Additionally, applicants should usually:
Hold a Master’s degree awarded by a UK University, or an overseas Master’s degree of an equivalent standard, provided that the Master’s degree is in an appropriate cognate area and that the Master’s degree included training in research and the completion of a research project;
Have a good honours degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate discipline, and ideally have research and/or professional experience at postgraduate level as evidenced in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment.

Application Procedure:

• Applications must be made directly to the University and must include:


• A completed application form, including your research proposal;


• All of the required documentation (i.e. copies of University/College transcripts, award certificates, and certificate of English proficiency where necessary – see below);


• The names and contact details of three personal referees;


• The names and contact details of up to three subject specialists whom you think the University might approach to review your PhD proposal and/or who might be able to offer expert supervision in your field of study.

This is a joint application system whereby the application is for both the scholarship and for a place to read for a PhD at the University of Gibraltar. Prospective applicants are advised to refer to Commonwealth Scholarship Prospectus for details of research themes.

Online Application

Scholarship Link

Deadline: March 16, 2018

Degree Level:

Gibraltar Commonwealth Scholarships for Researchers, 2018 is available to undertake Research level programs at University of Gibraltar.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects