About Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships

The Scottish Government, in partnership with Scottish Higher Education institutions, is offering a number of scholarships for postgraduate one-year Master’s study in any subject offered by the University.

Eligibility

  • Have a conditional or unconditional offer for a place at a Scottish university on an eligible course that will be delivered physically in Scotland, via distance online learning or via a combination of both.
  • Be a citizen of Canada, India, Japan, USA, Pakistan or China (Hong Kong citizens are also eligible as it is a Special Administrative Region of China).
  • Be able to demonstrate that they can meet the costs of living in Scotland (where this is applicable) and the remaining tuition fees.
  • Not have previously studied in Scotland.
  • Not have previously received a Saltire Scholarship.
  • Meet the language requirements of the course.
  • Complete an application form and submit it by the closing date of Tuesday 31 May 2022.

Eligible Courses

The course must be a postgraduate Masters level course in one of the following subject areas:

  • Science
  • Technology
  • Creative Industries
  • Healthcare and Medical Sciences
  • Renewable and Clean Energy.

Skills and Experience

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • an interest in studying in Scotland and/or at a specific Scottish university
  • the aspiration to work and study in a global context and take a position of leadership in their chosen career
  • a willingness and the necessary interpersonal and communication skills required to participate in the programme of activities that accompanies the scholarships.

Selection Criteria

  • The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic excellence. Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, the international equivalent of a UK first class or 2:1 Honours degree at undergraduate level.

How to Apply?

  • Interested applicants can apply for the scholarships through this link.
  • Application Deadline: May 31, 2022

Click here to view the official notification for Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships 2022.

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