Scholarship details
Eligible candidates will be able to receive the Chancellors Global Academic Merit Scholarship beginning in September 2022. This scholarship will be in the form of a £5000 tuition reduction for your first year of study. Because this scholarship is merit-based, applicants must complete all of their offer criteria by May 30, 2022. (for September 2022 entry)..
About the Scholarship:
The University of Portsmouth sits on England’s south coast, around 120 kilometers southwest of London. There are around 24,000 students registered, with 5,200 overseas students. Portsmouth is a contemporary, multi-disciplinary university with five faculties that offer practical courses at the undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and research levels. The University is now placed 21st in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2020) and is well rated for student happiness and graduate employment. Geology, earth and environmental sciences, pharmacy and sport science, psychology, mechanical engineering, software engineering, computing and computer science, law, criminology and criminal justice, forensic studies, international relations, journalism, architecture, and real estate development are all areas where Portsmouth excels. Economics, accounting, finance, human resource management, and law are just a few of the business courses accessible. International College Portsmouth – Navitas, which offers Foundation Year, International Year One, and Pre-Masters programmes, is also affiliated with the university. Pre-sessional English language courses are available at the University of Portsmouth for students applying to all levels of study. During the academic year, Portsmouth also offers English for Academic Purposes workshops to assist students in adjusting to the English university system and ensuring that they are completely prepared to write essays, reports, and give excellent presentations. Essay writing, presentations, language and academic style, and critical thinking are some of the topics covered. For the first year, all EAP classes are free of charge. In the Times Higher Education World Rankings 2019, Portsmouth was placed in the top 150 among young institutions, and in the top 500 universities in the world by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020. According to the Natwest Student Living Index 2019, Portsmouth is among the top ten most affordable cities in the UK for students.
According to the Research Excellence Framework 2014, 89 percent of Portsmouth research in Physics was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent, and 90 percent of research in Allied Health Professions (such as Dental Therapy, Nursing, and Pharmacy) was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent. During their first year of study, all international students are guaranteed a room in University housing if they have made us their solid choice and followed the accommodation deadlines. In several Halls of Residence throughout the city, there are about 5000 rooms (catered/self catered and en-suite). In the city, private leased housing is generally accessible in the form of shared flats and homes or stays with a local family. The University keeps an eye on vacancies as well as safety regulations in order to assist students in finding a suitable location to reside. Portsmouth, the United Kingdom’s only island city, is situated on the south coast of England, approximately 90 minutes by train from London. Portsmouth, on the Solent, opposite the Isle of Wight, is a bustling cosmopolitan naval and commercial port with a population of roughly 240,000 people, including 24,000 students. The seaside location of the University of Portsmouth makes it simple to enjoy the pebbled beaches, public gardens, and sports all year, while Portsmouth has a strong maritime tradition and is home to the Royal Navy. Many international corporations have relocated to Portsmouth, including BAE Systems, EADS Astrium, VT Shipbuilding, and IBM’s UK headquarters. The city is safe and welcoming, with excellent transportation connections. Portsmouth is a gateway to the continent and other UK cities due to its position. Heathrow and Gatwick airports in London are 70 minutes away, while Southampton Airport is 20 minutes away. Portsmouth is a significant ferry port with connections to the Isle of Wight, France, and Spain. Portsmouth’s ancient dockyard offers history, shopping at Gunwharf Quays, and culture at the city’s various museums. Every year, summer festivals such as Victorious take place, and there is a vibrant music scene. The Further and Higher Education Act granted the university university status in 1992. It was once known as the Portsmouth Polytechnic. The university is now ranked among the top 100 higher education institutions in the world. Pharmacy, Mechanical Engineering, International Relations and Politics, Palaeontology, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and many other majors are available at the university. The university has a number of highly regarded study programs that have been placed in top categories by various organizations. Aside from that, the university’s research work was also recognized as exceptional in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework. University Quarter and Langstone Campuses are the two campuses that make up the university. The University Quarter is located in the Guildhall area of Portsmouth, while the Langstone Campus is located in the Milton neighborhood. University Quarter is the biggest of the two campuses, consisting of university buildings scattered across the city center. Teaching facilities and residential choices are available to students here. The other campus has the sports complex as well as other amenities such as a restaurant and lodging. Aside from that, Langstone Campus was once home to the university’s School of Languages and Area Studies, which is currently located in Park Building in the University Quarter. There are five faculties, each of which is divided into 29 departments. Business and law, technology, science, humanities and social sciences, and creative and cultural industries are all options for students. The university provides more than 200 undergraduate degrees and 150 postgraduate degrees. Aside from that, there are 65 research degree programs available at the university. MSc programs in Traditional Chinese Medicine and BSc (Hons) degrees in Acupuncture were previously offered at the university. In addition, the institution’s student union provides support and a variety of services to all university students. It also gives students the opportunity to represent the university on a variety of ways. As one of the most prestigious and well-known colleges in the country, it has a large alumni base and has produced some of the most prominent graduates. Grayson Perry, Ben Fogle, Simon Armitage, and Tim Peake are all University of Portsmouth graduates.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): University of Portsmouth
Scholarship Country: United Kingdom
Scholarship Worth: £5000
Study Level: Postgraduate
Nationality: International Students
Scholarship Offer:
The scholarship will be in the form of a £5000 fee discount, which will be applied at the time of enrollment and only to your first year of study.
Eligibility for Scholarship.
- For 2022 admission, you must be a self-funded student enrolled in a full-time, on-campus course with annual tuition of £14300 or more.
- You must be a self-funded student if you are enrolled in a postgraduate research or taught course.
- This award is only available to applicants who have been classified as international students for tuition purposes.
Nationality
The University of Portsmouth 2022 Chancellor’s Global Academic Merit Scholarship for International Students is open to all International Students
Application Procedure
Are you both interested and qualified? To apply, go to forms.office.com and type in Swansea University.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for University of Portsmouth 2022 Chancellor’s Global Academic Merit Scholarship for International Students is May 30, 2022
