Leeds University Business School Accounting and Finance Department Scholarship 2023/24, UK.

Scholarship Description:

The Accounting and Finance Department is accepting applications from exceptional candidates for four fully-funded scholarships that will commence in the 2023/24 academic year. The scholarship opportunities are fiercely competitive, so the department is seeking motivated and self-driven individuals with a strong interest in research.

The University of Leeds is seeking candidates who are fully dedicated to a challenging journey and who have high aspirations for their future career, whether in academia or industry. The department's goal is to inspire your enthusiasm for the subject and encourage you to achieve your full potential.

About the University

Leeds University Business School is a well-regarded and internationally recognized business school located in the city of Leeds, in the north of England. It is part of the University of Leeds, which is one of the largest and most prestigious universities in the UK.

The Business School offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education programs in business, management, accounting, finance, and economics. Its programs are consistently ranked among the top business programs in the UK and globally.

The School has a strong focus on research, with its faculty members conducting world-leading research in a variety of fields, including entrepreneurship, corporate governance, and sustainability. The Business School is also home to several research centers and institutes, including the Centre for Governance, Leadership and Global Responsibility, the Centre for International Business at the University of Leeds, and the Centre for Decision Research.

Leeds University Business School is known for its commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. The School has been awarded the prestigious AACSB and EQUIS accreditations, which recognize its commitment to excellence in business education and research.

Degree Level:

Leeds University Business School Accounting and Finance Department Scholarship 2023/24, UK. is available to undertake Postgraduate level programs at University of Leeds.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Accounting
• Finance

Scholarship Benefits:

Information about the Award

• This competition is open to international and home applicants. Four scholarships will be awarded.

Duration of the Award

• Full-time (3.5 years). The award will be made for one year in the first instance and renewable for a further period of up to two and a half years, subject to satisfactory academic progress.

Funding

• The award will cover full fees at the University of Leeds standard rate of fees.
• A maintenance grant at the standard UKRI rate (£17,668 in Session 2022/23).

Eligible Nationalities:

This scholarship is open to international and domestic students.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates should ideally have a first-class or at least a good upper second-class undergraduate degree. Candidates should hold a British Master's degree (or equivalent degree from an overseas university) or an equivalent professional qualification:

70 (or the equivalent at a non-UK institution) in the master’s degree, but exceptional candidates with 65 and above will be also considered; and in an appropriate academic discipline.

Application Procedure:

Stage 1: First apply for a research place of study by completing a study application form. You will be expected to meet our eligibility criteria for PhD candidates, including the English language requirements if your first language is not English.

Stage 2: Prior to being awarded a scholarship, applicants must attend two interviews and be assessed by at least four members of academic staff. The first round of interviews comprises at least two of the directors of CASIF. If the applicant is deemed worthy of progressing, the second round of interviews comprises members of the supervisory team.

Exceptional applicants may be awarded an Accounting and Finance Department Scholarship before the application deadline.

If English is not your first language, you must provide evidence that you meet the Faculty's minimum English language requirements (below).