High achieving PhD candidates have a fortuitous opportunity to apply for the Strategic Research Scholarships administrated by the University of Nottingham in China.
The award is available for the Chinese and international students to work on a research project in the described fields for the academic year 2019-2020.
The University of Nottingham Information
Established in 1948, The University of Nottingham is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Nottingham (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), East Midlands. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Derby, Sutton Bonington, Lincoln, Semenyih. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, The University of Nottingham is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. The University of Nottingham 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 71 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.
Eligibility Criteria
Chinese and international students
PhD research in Energy & Environmental Materials and Granular Materials and Geotechnology.
To be considered for this fund, the applicant must have to be a PhD student seeking a research project in the field of Energy & Environmental Materials and Granular Materials and Geotechnology in China.
Offered Benefits
The grant will provide the tuition fee, a monthly stipend of RMB4,500 and medical insurance for up to 36 months based on satisfactory progression.
Application Process
To take part in this studentship, aspirants must have to be registered as a PhD degree student at a recognized university. After taking confirmation, seekers can download and submit the award application form to the PHDAdmissions@nottingham.edu.cn.
Must attach the copies of degree certificates, transcripts with marks for all individual modules, two references, research proposal, copy of passport, a brief CV and a personal statement.
For being admitted, claimants are needed to hold the first-class honors undergraduate degree or 65% and above for a Masters’ degree from a British university, or the equivalent from other institutions.
Applicants must meet the required English language proficiency for the relevant subject area.