Cream Research Studentship, UK 2017

What is Cream Research Studentship, UK 2017?

The University of Westminster, Cream Research Studentship, UK 2017 invites foreign students for MPhil/PhD. In total 22 scholars will be selected who will be receiving 16,000 Britsih Pound and can also receive full tuition fee waiver. The University of Westminster is internationally recognized for its research in a wide range of subject areas. They focus on excellence in research that makes a difference benefitting academia, industry and professional practice.

Who can apply for this scholarship ?

• The student who have completed their 2.1 honors degree or post graduation and willing to study at the University of Westminster, United Kingdom.
• The students willing to study MPhil/PhD at the University of Westminster, United Kingdom.
• Demonstrate English language competence of at least IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

How can you apply ?

The application can be done online only.

Step 1: Go to the website.

Step 2: Choose your course which you want to study.

Step 3: Click on that particular scholarship.

Step 4: Now click on apply now and start filling the form.

FAQs

Q. What will I be doing during the course of my studies and what is involved in a research degree?
A.As a full-time research student, you are required to spend at least 35 hours a week on your research programme and as a part-time student at least 15 hours a week. Activities will include:

• meetings with your supervisors
• meetings with other research students and staff
• library work
• fieldwork, where appropriate
• attendance at University-level training sessions, including training for teaching, and training
• delivered by your Faculty and/or Department
• additional English language training, where appropriate
• attending Masters-level modules, as advised by your supervisors
• attendance and presentations at seminars at Westminster
• attendance at colloquia organised by Westminster and outside agencies
• attendance and presentation of papers at conferences
• other activities in your Faculty
• possibly teaching on various modules offered by your Faculty.

You won't have 'classes' as such every day but as you can see from the above, your time will be more than filled by the activities required to be undertaken by research students at Westminster.

Q. What teaching opportunities are there and is there any teacher training available?
A. We believe that experience of teaching and associated academic work forms an important part of your professional and academic development and we seek to provide opportunities to engage in teaching wherever possible. Certain students are obliged under their terms and conditions to undertake up to 6 hours per week of teaching or other academic work.. We provide a range of education courses to support you in this and depending on the route you take, you may be eligible for the award of Postgraduate Certificate of Special Study in Supporting Learning(?) and Higher Education Academic Accreditation?

Q. Do I have to attend classes?
A.Yes, elements of the University's Doctoral Researcher Development Programme are mandatory. However, you will not be required to attend regular seminars and lectures as you would be expected to on a taught course.

Q. Can I apply if I don’t yet have my Bachelor or Masters results?
A. Yes, you can. When you make your application you should include a transcript of your marks so far and let us know when you will be receiving your results.

Q. Can I apply if I don’t yet have my English language test results?
A. Yes, you can. When making your application please let us know when you will be taking your test.

Q. Can I apply if I don’t have a recognised English language qualification?
A.Yes, you can. If you do not hold a recognised English language qualification you should provide details of your English language skills in your UKPASS application.

Q. Can you advise me whether I need an English language qualification?
A. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide guidance on this as we can only assess your English language skills in the context of your full application. You should ensure that you provide as much information as possible about your English language skills on your application.

Q. Why are there earlier closing dates for applicants who require a Tier 4 Student Visa?
A. The process of applying and receiving a Tier 4 Student Visa can be very lengthy and that is why we want you to apply in enough time to be able to receive your visa in good time for the start of your programme. For essential information about what you need to do before applying for your visa, including obtaining the necessary University documentation, please see our visa page.

Q. What happens if I miss the recommended ‘apply by’ for a particular entry date?
A. Your application will still be considered for a place at the University but we will be unable to guarantee, if your application is accepted, when you would be offered a place to start.

Q. Do you have a form for referees to complete?
A.No, the University does not use a form; references should address your suitability to research study and any other information that is relevant to your application.

Q. Who should references be written to?
A. The Research Administrator, Research Office.

Q. What information should my reference include?
A. It should address your suitability to research study and any other information that is relevant to your application.

Q. What should I do if I cannot obtain two academic references?
A. We will accept references from your employer or someone who can comment on your ability to undertake research study.

Q. I am having technical difficulties using UKPASS, what should I do?
A. If you have any technical difficulties using UKPASS and you need any help, please call the UKPASS Customer Service Unit on +44 (0)871 334 4447, open Monday to Friday, 8.30am-6pm (UK time). Alternatively, please email enquiries@ukpass.ac.uk for an automated response with general information and guidance on UKPASS procedures.

Q. Do you have a paper application form?
A. No, all applications for Research Degrees are made online using UKPASS.

Q. Can I apply for a scholarship?
A. All funding opportunities at the University are advertised on our research studentships page. If we are not advertising a studentship in your research area we are only accepting self-funded applications at this time, and we ask that you only submit an application if you can fund your research programme.
Applications for studentships are made at the same time as applying for a place on the research programme, so if you require funding you should wait until a studentship is advertised before submitting an application, otherwise your application will be considered for a self-funded place.

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