What is The Felix Scholarship ?
The Felix Scholarship was the dream of a generous individual who wished to remain anonymous and is referred to as "the Founder".
It was the Founder's wish that the scholarships would allow gifted underprivileged students the chance of furthering their education by attending a university in the UK. After consultation with various agencies, it was decided that scholarships would be offered at three universities - the University of Oxford, the University of Reading and the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), part of the University of London. The Scholarships are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic merit and financial need.
What is Eligibility Criteria ?
The Scholarships are open to:
- Academically gifted and underprivileged nationals of India, who must hold at least a first class Bachelor's degree from a recognised Indian university or a comparable institution; or
- Academically gifted and underprivileged individuals who are not nationals of India or an EEA country, who must hold at least a first class Bachelor's degree from a recognised university or a comparable institution and who are recommended by their chosen university.
- To students pursuing either a PhD or master’s are applicable.
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How to Apply?
- The applicants can directly approach the desired universities to avail of scholarships for the course they wish to study.
- The applicants must apply to only one of the three universities.
- You may also need to nominate referees who can vouch for your academic ability and your ability to sustain your interest in the programme.
There’s been a change in the application procedure. Except for Oxford, candidates have to fill out a separate form to apply for Felix scholarship.
Deadline ?
30 January 2020