Deadline
2025-05-31
Value of Scholarship
Full Scholarship, £23,237 Stipends & Travel Costs
£23,237
£23,237
Country Tenable
United Kingdom
Renewable
No
The David Sainsbury Scholarship provides students from developing countries with a prestigious opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree at the University of East Anglia. For 2025, the scholarship will fully cover tuition fees (£35,450), offer a living stipend of £19,237, and include an additional £4,000 for travel expenses.
The 2025 David Sainsbury Scholarship, established by the David Sainsbury Laboratory, offers a fully funded one-year MSc program at the University of East Anglia.
This intensive program includes five taught modules and a five-month research project, both of which are unique to this course.
Eligibility Requirements for the 2025 David Sainsbury Scholarship at UEA
To qualify for the David Sainsbury Scholarship at the University of East Anglia (UEA) in 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold an offer for the MSc in Global Plant Health at UEA.
- Not be a national of, or domiciled in, a least-developed, low-income, or lower-middle-income country or territory, as defined by the 2024-25 Overseas Development Agency Development Assistance Committee (DAC) list for entry in the 2025-26 academic year.
- Scholarships are limited and awarded on a rolling basis, so early application is recommended.
Benefits of the 2025 David Sainsbury Scholarship
Each full scholarship includes:
- Full coverage of tuition fees (£35,450 for international students in 2025-26).
- A maintenance grant (amount aligned with the UKRI postgraduate researcher stipend; in 2024-25, this was £19,237).
- An additional £4,000 for travel expenses (reimbursed upon submission of valid economy-class travel receipts).
Required Documents for Application
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Research records (e.g., published thesis, award certificates) to demonstrate academic and research achievements
- Recommendation letters
- Photocopy of passport photo page or national ID
- Proof of English proficiency
How to Apply for the 2025 David Sainsbury Scholarship (Step-by-Step Guide)
To apply for the 2025 David Sainsbury Scholarship, follow these steps:
- Apply for Admission – Submit an application for the MSc in Global Plant Health at the University of East Anglia.
- Scholarship Evaluation – Your scholarship eligibility will be assessed based on the same criteria used for your course application.
- Visit the Application Page – Click the link below to access the official application portal.
- Review Requirements – Carefully read all scholarship details and ensure you have the necessary documents prepared.
- Submit Your Application – Complete and submit your admission and scholarship application before the deadline.
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