Application is now open for the Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships at the University College London. Interested applicants are encouraged to send in their applications before the deadline date.
About University College London and Scholarship
University College London (UCL), a prominent public research university in London, England, operates as a member institution of the Federal University of London. It stands as the second-largest university in the United Kingdom in terms of total enrollment and holds the distinction of being the largest in postgraduate enrollment.
Founded in 1826 under the name London University, UCL emerged with a groundbreaking vision inspired by the radical ideas of Jeremy Bentham. Notably, it was the first university institution established in London and set a precedent in England by being entirely secular, welcoming students without regard to their religious affiliations.
The Wolfson Foundation has announced the availability of six postgraduate research awards in the humanities for the academic year 2024/25 at UCL. These awards are specifically designated for three key areas: history, literature, and languages. The allocation includes three awards for the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and three for the Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences.
The primary objective of the Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships is to recognize and support exceptional students who exhibit the potential to make a significant impact in their chosen fields. The selection process for these scholarships is based solely on academic merit, and preference is given to students with aspirations for an academic career. Each successful student commencing their studies in the 2024/25 academic year will receive a total funding of £105,000, equivalent to £35,000 annually. This comprehensive funding covers a stipend, tuition fees, and a research allowance, enabling scholars to pursue their academic goals and contribute meaningfully to their respective disciplines.
Details about Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships at University College London:
Scholarship Sponsor: Wolfson Foundation
Scholarship Value: Total of £105,000, which equates to £35,000 per annum
Number of awards: 6
Study level: PhD/Postgraduate
Host Institution(s): University College London, UK
Eligibility Criteria for Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships
Candidates are advised to meet the following conditions to be qualified for Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships at University College London:
- The Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships are open to candidates from the UK and abroad.
- Departments in the faculties of arts and humanities, as well as social and historical sciences, may recommend students for the Wolfson Scholarships.
- Wolfson Scholarships will be awarded in three academic disciplines—languages, literature, and history—that closely align with the objectives of the Foundation.
- These scholarships are only available for PhD research, and they will be distributed over three years (or up to six years if part-time). Three years is the estimated time for full-time students to complete their doctorates.
- A master’s degree from an approved university in a topic related to their desired doctoral study plus an undergraduate honors degree is suitable qualifications for students with an outstanding academic background.
- PhD candidates beginning in the 2024–2025 academic year will be the winners of the awards.
Application Process for Wolfson Postgraduate Scholarships
Candidates must be suggested by their department to be eligible for the Wolfson Scholarships; they cannot apply directly. If a candidate would want to be considered for the Wolfson Scholarship, they should check the application process for their department (information is available on the department website) and let their Departmental Graduate Tutor know.
Departmental Graduate Tutors should submit nominations to the Joint Faculties’ Office (ah-shs-faculty@ucl.ac.uk) following departmental selection procedures. Typically, no more than three nominations should be sent for any one subject discipline, and a maximum of six nominations per department or unit.
Nominations should include the following:
- a statement of the most relevant topic area
- the whole UCL PhD application form, which does not include written samples and consists of:
- academic transcripts
- CV (if available)
- academic references in support of the application
- personal statement
- a two-page summary of the research topic that has been broadened; it does not require references or a bibliography.
- a letter from the prospective supervisor expressing their willingness to oversee the particular project described
The Submission Deadline is: January 26, 2024
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