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About the David Sainsbury Scholarship
The University of East Anglia (UEA) is pleased to announce applications for the prestigious 2025 David Sainsbury Scholarship for international students. This program is a fully funded opportunity for outstanding candidates to pursue a Master’s degree in Global Plant Health in the UK.
The David Sainsbury Scholarships in Global Plant Health, supported by The Sainsbury Laboratory (TSL), aim to address critical global challenges in plant health. These scholarships provide exceptional students with the resources to advance their academic and professional journeys in plant health research.
Scholarship recipients benefit from full tuition fee coverage, maintenance grants, and travel allowances. Designed for high-achieving students, the program focuses on candidates with academic and professional experience in molecular biology, bioinformatics, or related fields. It offers them a pathway to tackle global issues in agriculture and sustainability.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements to qualify for the David Sainsbury award:
- Admission Requirement: Must hold an offer of a place on the MSc in Global Plant Health at UEA.
- Full Scholarship Eligibility:
- Must be a national of or domiciled in a least-developed, low-income, or lower-middle-income country, as defined by the 2024-25 DAC list.
- 50% Fee Scholarship Eligibility:
- Open to nationals of or residents in upper-middle-income or higher-income countries (including the UK).
- Students already enrolled in the MSc in Global Plant Health are not eligible for other UEA scholarships.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documentation to support their application:
- Completed application form for the MSc in Global Plant Health.
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Proof of nationality or residency for eligibility verification.
- Personal statement outlining experience and interest in plant health research.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing academic and professional achievements.
Benefits of the David Sainsbury Scholarship
Selected candidates will receive:
- Full Scholarship:
- Full tuition fee coverage.
- A maintenance grant to support living expenses.
- Up to £4,000 for travel costs.
- 50% Scholarship:
- Half the tuition fee will be covered for UK or international students.
Eligible Countries
Applicants from the following regions are encouraged to apply:
- UK and Europe: East Anglia, Norfolk & Suffolk, London, and the North East of England.
- Global Regions: Africa, Asia, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Australia.
How to Apply
- Submit an application for the MSc in Global Plant Health at UEA by the deadline.
- No separate scholarship application is required—eligible candidates will be automatically considered for the award.
Please note that the deadline for applications is 30th May 2025. So don’t hesitate to send in that application today. Don’t miss this chance to study at a leading UK university and contribute to the future of global plant health! Apply now to kickstart your academic and professional journey with the David Sainsbury program.
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