The Dr Manmohan Singh Scholarships 2013

Open for applications for 2013: For Doctoral Studies at St. John's College, University of Cambridge Dr Manmohan Singh, the Prime Minister of India, is a graduate and Honorary Fellow of St John’s College. He is widely acknowledged as the architect of the economic reforms that have helped propel India onto the World Stage. In honour of Dr Singh St John’s College, the University of Cambridge launched the Dr Manmohan Singh Scholarships in Delhi in 2007. These awards will enable academically outstanding Indian students to come to St. John’s College, University of Cambridge to study for doctoral degrees in subjects like Science & Technology, Economics and Social Sciences. Applications in Aerospace Engineering and Energy Studies will be of particular interest Eligibility Criteria The applicant should be:• An Indian national with a valid Indian passport and currently based in India • Below 35 years of age as on 31 December 2012 • Not already had significant exposure to UK education or received UK government funding. • Should hold a Master’s (postgraduate) degree from a reputed/recognised India university/institution with a First Class award (UG and PG) in the relevant subject/field • Evidence of leadership qualities (to be assessed from personal statements e.g. extracurricular activities and/or evidence of having made a difference to the country/society/participation in symposia in the relevant subject, or peer reviewed publication in the area.) • Keen to pursue and should have identified a full time Doctoral Research degree from the University of Cambridge commencing by September/October 2013 • Fluent in spoken and written English • Able to fulfil any other admission criteria laid down by the university. Value of the AwardThe scholarships are fully funded: • Academic fees • International airfare • Monthly stipend to cover living expenses • UK Visa SelectionCandidates for these scholarships are selected through a process of short listing from the applications received by the British Council, followed by personal interviews, which will be held in New Delhi. Subsequent to the interviews, the selection committee identifies the required number of candidates for the awards. Last date of submission of applications Monday, 31 December 2012 For more details Click here

www.sakshieducation.com