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New Delhi
Marking their 125th anniversary celebrations, the University of Birmingham is rolling out several special scholarships available to Indian students. One of the most prominent universities in the UK is now accepting applications for their 125th Anniversary Scholarships to promote international education and honour the academic achievements of outstanding students, in particular from India.
The scholarships allow Indian students to obtain funding for a variety of postgraduate taught (PGT) Master’s degrees, ranging from £4,000 to £5,000, for programs beginning in September 2025. The University’s dedication to promoting diversity, developing international talent, and establishing life-changing educational opportunities is demonstrated by this effort.
Numerous unique scholarships are available to Indian students, under the Birmingham University’s 125th Anniversary Scholarships:
£4,000 awards for all eligible Indian students enrolling in most postgraduate Master’s programs, excluding MSc Management, MSc International Business, MSc Marketing, or MBA.
£5,000 awards for high-achieving students selected through the India Chancellor’s Scholarship program, applicable to all Master’s programs, including business disciplines.
There is no cap on the number of £4,000 scholarships; for £5,000 awards, 50 scholarships will be granted based on academic merit with deadline as End of May 2025 for formal acceptance of the offer.
Professor Adam Tickell, the University of Birmingham’s Vice-Chancellor, stated, “I am proud to kickstart our 125th anniversary celebrations here in India specifically. We are proud to deepen our ties with India by offering these scholarships. They represent our long-standing commitment to empowering global talent and advancing knowledge to address the challenges of the future.”
Applications for these scholarships are now open, and Indian students are encouraged to explore these opportunities to be part of an institution with a rich legacy of research and academic impact. Refer the website of the University of Birmingham for more details.
