Here are some scholarship opportunities in the UK for students interested in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability:
1. Chevening Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships are awarded to outstanding emerging leaders to pursue a one-year Master’s degree at any UK university. This scholarship covers tuition fees, a monthly living allowance, an economy class return airfare to the UK, and additional grants and allowances. Many Chevening scholars pursue degrees in CSR and sustainability-related fields.
2. Commonwealth Scholarships
Commonwealth Scholarships are for candidates from low and middle-income Commonwealth countries. These scholarships cover full tuition fees, return flights, a living allowance, and other allowances. Many programs in the Commonwealth Scholarships portfolio focus on sustainable development and social responsibility.
3. University-Specific Scholarships
University of Cambridge
- Gates Cambridge Scholarships: Provides full funding for postgraduate study and research in any subject, including CSR and sustainability. It covers the full cost of studying at Cambridge and offers additional discretionary funding.
University of Oxford
- Clarendon Fund Scholarships: Offers over 140 full scholarships every year to academically excellent graduate students from all around the world, including those in sustainability and CSR programs.
London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
- Graduate Support Scheme: Offers financial support for students studying subjects such as Environmental Policy, Development Management, and Social Policy.
4. Professional and Industry Scholarships
The Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA)
- IEMA Scholarships: Financial support for students and professionals pursuing courses related to environmental management and sustainability.
Royal Academy of Engineering
- Enterprise Fellowships: Supports the development of innovative engineering solutions, including those related to sustainability and CSR.
5. Government and International Scholarships
GREAT Scholarships
- Jointly funded by the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign and the British Council, these scholarships offer financial support to international students from selected countries to study in the UK.
Erasmus+ Program
- Provides opportunities for students to study or gain work experience abroad. It’s aimed at fostering international cooperation and enhancing the quality of education, including in sustainability.
6. Departmental Scholarships
University of Edinburgh
- Edinburgh Global Online Learning Masters Scholarships: Supports students from developing countries to pursue a part-time online distance learning Master’s programme in sustainable development.
University of Manchester
- Global Development Institute (GDI) Scholarships: Offers scholarships for Master’s programs focused on development, sustainability, and social responsibility.
7. Specialized Programs
EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council)
- Provides funding for postgraduate research in areas related to engineering and physical sciences, including sustainability and CSR.
The Alan Turing Institute
- Turing Doctoral Studentships: Supports PhD students whose research focuses on data science and AI, including applications in sustainability.
How to Apply
- Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the scholarships.
- Prepare Documents: Typically, you will need academic transcripts, references, a personal statement, and proof of English proficiency.
- Application Deadlines: Be aware of application deadlines, which vary for each scholarship.
- Online Application: Most scholarships require you to apply online through the respective scholarship portals.
Exploring the specific university websites and scholarship portals will provide detailed information and application guidelines.
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