The University of Edinburgh is accepting applications from international students for David and Molly Pyott Foundation Scholarships in Ophthalmology. The award is open for the academic session 2024/2025.
The scholarships will be awarded to students who are accepted for admission on to the online distance learning Master of Surgery (ChM) in Clinical Ophthalmology at the University of Edinburgh, one of the Edinburgh Surgery Online suite of Masters programmes. Applicants should already have been offered a place at the University of Edinburgh and should have firmly accepted that offer or be intending to do so. Applicants should be senior trainees/residents/registrars in ophthalmology. Applications from early career ophthalmologists may also be considered.Founded in 1582, the University of Edinburgh is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the English-speaking world. With a diverse community of students and scholars from over 140 countries, the university offers a wide range of academic programs across various disciplines. Its historic campus, coupled with modern facilities and innovative teaching methods, provides an enriching and dynamic learning environment for students to thrive and make significant contributions to society.
The University of Edinburgh Information
Established in 1583, The University of Edinburgh is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Edinburgh (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Scotland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, The University of Edinburgh is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Edinburgh offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 436 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Offered Benefits
- The scholarship covers tuition fees for the entire program duration and provides funding towards a laptop and internet service.
- Recipients will have access to high-quality education in Ophthalmology from a prestigious institution, fostering professional development and contributing to the advancement of ophthalmology services in their countries.
For further information and inquiries, please contact:
- Scholarships email address:
- The School at
- Ophthalmology Programme Administrator Edinburgh Surgery Online Ophthalmology University of Edinburgh Lauriston Building 39 Lauriston Place Edinburgh EH3 9EN