The University of Bath is offering research studentships at the Faculty of Engineering and Design. These studentships are available to new UK, EU or overseas students for the academic year 2017-2018.
University s mission is to deliver world-class research and teaching, educating our students to become future leaders and innovators, and benefiting the wider population through research, enterprise and influence.
The University of Bath received its Royal Charter in 1966 and is now firmly established as a top ten UK university with a reputation for research and teaching excellence.
For most programmes, the requirement for non-native English speakers is 6.5 in the IELTS Academic English test, with no less than 6.0 in any element.
If student’s first language is not English they must meet any English language requirements before funding can be considered.
University of Bath Information
Established in 1966, University of Bath is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Bath (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South West England. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, University of Bath (UB) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Bath (UB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 10-20% making this UK higher education organization a most selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Funding is very competitive. Students will need
- An extremely strong first degree
- A detailed research proposal, indicating the supervisor-student would like to work with
- Reference
- A strong application
Offered Benefits
Funding lasts for three years, including
- Full tuition fees
- Annual training support fee
- Maintenance stipend £14,296 pa (2016/7 rate) for Home/EU only (no stipend for overseas fee status)
Application Process
To apply, students must use the online application form. They will be asked to create an account before they can start the process. On the application form they will be asked for:
- Personal details
- Passport details if you need a Tier 4 visa
- Intended start date
- Finance and funding plans
- Education details
- Proof of English level if English is not your first language
- Details of intended research and the name of intended supervisor
- Names and contact details of your referees, including at least one from academia if you have recently been studying
- Supporting documents.