1. Chi Fen won a scholarship
The full name is Chevening Scholarship, which is another project set up by the British government. The application needs to meet high academic and language standards, and it must be recognized by professional institutions before it can be qualified.
The application materials will start in August and end in 1 1 month, and then enter the review. Students who pass the material screening need to have an online interview and then announce the results in June. Winners can study abroad for free.
Second, ORS Scholarship.
The full name of overseas research scholarship is also a project provided by the government. There are about 800 places every year, which is a nationwide screening. The competition is fierce, and the bonus is the difference between paying tuition fees, generally around 6,000 pounds.
The application requires students to produce a certificate of IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 100. The GPA score should be above 3.0, the students' comprehensive ranking should be within 5, and all the above requirements should be met at the same time.
Three. Scottish international scholarship
The full name of the Scottish scholarship is a project awarded by the Scottish government. It will provide all award-winning students with an annual subsidy of 2000 pounds, tuition-free benefits and round-trip air ticket reimbursement.
Applicants need to study in universities in Scotland and must be between the ages of 25 and 35. IELTS in English assessment can't resist 6.5 points. Candidates majoring in economics and art are preferred.
Fourth, university scholarships.
Scholarships awarded by major universities are based on the reputation of the school. Generally, the bonus amount is not particularly high, mainly to encourage learning. Funding sources include the government and organizations, and there will be no additional obligations.
If you apply, you will generally review the students' academic performance and professional skills separately and assess them according to the applied items. Of course, the stronger the ability, the higher the possibility of winning the prize. Early confirmation of the project will improve the success rate of winning the prize.
2. Postgraduate Scholarship for Studying in the UK
The types of British graduate students applying for scholarships are as follows:
1, British University Scholarship
This kind of scholarship is provided by the school and is usually used to pay for students' tuition and living expenses in the local area.
If your tutor comes forward to help you apply, there is a good chance of getting it. Some schools also have scholarships in other names, but the conditions for awarding prizes are different and the number is not large. For example, some schools have scholarships for free accommodation, especially for international students from China.
2. Scholarships from British universities and departments
This kind of scholarship is the same in nature and quantity as university scholarships. Most of them are assigned to different research groups according to a certain proportion every year. Usually, the number of tutors is fixed. You can ask the tutor if there are any places. The number of scholarships is roughly the same as that of university scholarships.
3. ORS Scholarship in UK
This scholarship is specially awarded by the British government to students from non-EU member countries. There are usually about 900 students every year, and the competition is fierce. This scholarship is used to pay the difference between overseas students' fees and local students' fees, which is about 6,000 pounds. Master's courses are generally awarded for one year, and doctoral courses can be awarded for three years.
Usually the applicant must submit your application through the school, and you can only apply through one school. If you submit more than one application, your application qualification will be cancelled. Generally speaking, the deadline of ORS is April of that year, so you must catch up before this date.
4. British special scholarship
There are many kinds of scholarships from private or different schools, and the amount is generally around 70-300 pounds a month to subsidize the living expenses. The establishment of such scholarships is targeted and the requirements for applicants are special.
Step 3: Apply for studying in the UK
Step 1: Collect all kinds of scholarships.
There are many scholarships in this country, including private ones, local governments, schools and some organizations (such as religious ones). It is enough to know not only what they are, but also the conditions for applying for them, what restrictions are there (such as education, age or grades or majors), how much money is, whether to take them in full or half, and so on. Because you must meet the requirements to apply, these are very important, especially for organizations outside the school. Some even have gender requirements.
Step 2: Understand the school's practices.
This means that some schools will automatically admit students who meet the requirements and have excellent grades and performances directly to the winners, so that they don't have to apply themselves. If they do it again, it is not only a waste of time, but also an act of reinventing the wheel. However, in some schools, even excellent students who meet the requirements have to apply by themselves and will not be automatically admitted, so it is necessary to know what kind of practice the school adopts.
Step 3: Understand the limitations of the major.
There are several majors that you can't apply for, and you can only follow your own major. Know what can be applied and what is limited, and then what is the most suitable major for you (that is, the application success rate is high). Of course, some of them come with scholarships, that is, first look at which major offers the most, and then choose which one. In fact, this is also a very good method, because those good majors that few people know often hide many advantages, whether they are studying or other majors.
Step 4: Prepare the application materials.
According to the above steps, you can basically prepare the materials, or you should apply for something that suits you, and apply for more, because if you only apply for a single one, you will have to wait for the next time if the application is unsuccessful. Of course, if some schools automatically enroll without applying, this last step is also omitted.
4. Requirements for studying in the UK
I. Government Scholarships for Studying in the UK
Government scholarships include scholarships, ORS scholarships, Scottish international scholarships and special scholarships.
Chi Fenling Scholarship is a representative scholarship in Britain, which provides students with tuition, living expenses, visas and other expenses. The tuition fee is 12000, and the application usually ends in June of that year.
Application conditions:
1, must be a citizen of China and have obtained a bachelor's degree;
2. Have obtained an offer from a British university graduate student, or are/are preparing to apply for a British university graduate student;
3. At least two years of work experience and management experience;
4. Did not accept other scholarships or grants in the same academic year of applying for scholarships;
5, the age is not more than 45 years old;
6, IELTS 6 points, single subject 5.5 or above;
7. Employees of non-related organizations or partners or their immediate family members.
Second, ORS Scholarship for Studying in the UK
ORS Scholarship is set up by the British government for overseas students studying for doctoral or research-oriented master's degrees in the UK. ORS Scholarship is highly competitive, and the application period is long (several months), so it can only be applied through one school. There are about 800 places a year, and the deadline for application is April of that year.
Application conditions:
1, studying for a master's degree in research at a British public university;
2. Require high academic ability and research ability;
3. Need 2-3 referees, who are familiar with the applicant during college, postgraduate and work;
4. IELTS 6.5 or above;
5. The average university score is above 80 points;
I got a scholarship when I was in college.
Three. Scottish international scholarship
The Scottish International Scholarship, also called the Scottish Cross Scholarship, is funded by the Scottish Executive Yuan. The Scottish International Scholarship has a maximum of 50 places per year, each with a quota of 8,000 pounds.
Application requirements:
1, at least 3 years working experience;
2. The age is between 25 and 35;
3. The applicant is a teaching graduate student in a Scottish school;
4. To apply for a scholarship, you must have a first degree diploma in related disciplines;
5. Did not study or work in the UK at the time of application;
6. Did not accept other scholarships or grants;
7. IELTS 6.5, with a single subject score of 6 or above.
Fourth, the extraordinary scholarship to study in the UK.
This special scholarship was initiated by the British Council for Cultural Education to encourage and support more China students to study in the UK. More than 30 schools in Britain participate in extraordinary scholarships, covering a wide range of disciplines, and the amount of a single scholarship is not less than 1 10,000.
Application requirements:
1, China nationality (China passport);
2. Have obtained a bachelor's degree;
3. Prepare to go to the UK for postgraduate study;
4. Strong academic ability;
5. English meets the admission criteria.
5. What should I know when applying for a scholarship to study in the UK?
1. Not every university has scholarships.
Compared with America, Britain is much meaner. Scholarships in schools are not only few, but also not very large. However, graduate students have more scholarships than undergraduate students, which can reach half of the tuition at most. In addition, the number and amount of scholarships in British universities of science and engineering are greater than those in social sciences.
2. IELTS scores affect scholarship applications
IELTS scores can reflect not only a student's learning ability, but also his ability to master the language of life. When applying for scholarships, the language ability of international students is the key object of investigation. If you can't prove that you can fully understand the school curriculum, how can they give you a scholarship?
Apply as soon as possible, don't delay.
Apply to your school in China, because once students go to Britain, they can't apply for scholarships. After understanding the application requirements of the school for scholarships, if you meet all the conditions of the school, you should take the initiative to apply. Otherwise, even if you meet the requirements, the school may not give you a chance. So, remember not to be modest at this time, and do it when you should. After submitting the application, you need to keep in touch with the school at any time.
4. The difficulty of applying for a scholarship to study in the UK.
In contrast, it is much easier for graduate students to apply for scholarships than for undergraduates. If you have work experience, it will greatly add points to your scholarship application. If you want to apply for a scholarship, you must check it on the school website in advance and write qualified documents to highlight your scientific research strength.
6. List of materials for studying in the UK
1, study certificate/diploma
One in Chinese and one in English, which requires the seal of the undergraduate academic affairs office or department; Students with 2+2 undergraduate degrees need to provide proof of studying in domestic+foreign universities.
2. Academic transcripts
Students are required to provide transcripts for six semesters; Graduates are required to provide complete transcripts for 8 semesters.
Chinese transcripts need to be translated into English, and both materials should be submitted with the seal of the Academic Affairs Office.
Special circumstances: if the undergraduate course is a five-year program, it is necessary to provide transcripts of at least 8 semesters; Students studying in domestic junior colleges need to provide transcripts of the first academic year of junior colleges and undergraduate courses, and graduates can provide all transcripts; Undergraduate 2+2 program needs to provide transcripts of two years in China and the first year abroad.
Also, the transcripts used to submit applications must have at least GPA or an average score of 100. Some universities require applicants to provide an average score of 100, such as the University of Edinburgh.
3. Language transcripts
Most universities in the UK require applicants to provide IELTS scores to prove their language proficiency, and some schools explicitly state that they can also provide other English proficiency certificates such as TOEFL scores. Under normal circumstances, applicants can get a conditional admission notice without providing IELTS scores first, and IELTS scores can be supplemented later in exchange for an unconditional admission notice.
4. Personal statement (PS)
First of all, I want to remind everyone that PS must be written in different categories! This is very important!
PS is regarded as another leading application material for British universities besides academic achievements, so we must prepare carefully, and pay special attention to the personality restrictions of individual schools and majors on PS.
5. Letter of recommendation
At least one letter of recommendation was written by a teacher in his own school, mainly to recommend academic ability; You can also ask the class teacher to write a letter to recommend someone.
6. Resume
Most colleges and universities have no mandatory requirements for CV, and only a few schools will explicitly require students to provide CV, such as Leeds University.
7. Practice certificate
It is not mandatory, but there are some exceptions, such as MBA.
8. Other materials
Including scholarship certificate, thesis publication certificate, patent certificate, etc. Not necessary, but if you have them, you can bring them with you, but if the originals of these materials are in Chinese, you need to translate them into English before submitting them!
7. Elements of studying in the UK
1, apply as soon as possible
The master's courses in many schools in Britain started at the end of September, but the application started one year in advance. Of course, students should apply early. In addition, some schools or majors have application deadlines, so you should find out. If you want to get a conditional admission, apply early, because the school will not issue the relevant admission notice in February.
If you can't apply directly because of insufficient conditions, it is often because the quota or other aspects are rejected. Generally, it takes four to eight weeks for schools here to process student applications, and it even takes 10 to 12 weeks for popular schools or majors, so you should reserve time for waiting for notice when applying.
2. Determine the appropriate school.
Many students still want to continue their major, so you can actually look at the ranking of QS and so on. Generally, the schools here mainly refer to the research ability in the comprehensive rankings, that is, in these rankings, research-oriented schools tend to rank higher. However, the schools that can generally rank in the top 50 are better, and most of them have their own strong majors. Students should consider which major they like and choose together in the comprehensive ranking.
3. Determine the appropriate courses.
There are two kinds of master's courses in Britain, but both of them are one year. Many teaching courses are practical courses, and research courses are more difficult to apply than other courses, because most of these courses are aimed at a certain topic and require students to have research ability or related research results. Generally, students who choose research-oriented courses are usually preparing for future doctoral studies, so if they also plan to study for a doctorate, they can consider applying.
4. Prepare more unique materials
British schools pay great attention to students' self-report letters, letters of recommendation and other documents, and also hope to see that students' application materials are carefully prepared. If a lot of materials are similar or boring, you can't reflect your own characteristics. If you are too perfunctory, you can't leave a good impression on the school.
8. Daily life of studying in the UK.
First of all, dress
There are many large shopping malls in Britain, and there are many clothes in them. Of course, the price is definitely expensive, but the quality is really luxurious. The British dress casually and are more classic. The size of clothes in Britain is larger than that in China. It is not easy for students in China to buy clothes here. It takes a lot of homework to buy a suit here. It's best to bring more clothes from China to England.
Second, diet.
English people mainly eat pasta and meat, and rice. The ingredients in the supermarket are also very fresh-the price is not very expensive and reasonable. Chinese supermarkets in Britain have a lot of domestic food to buy. If you can cook by yourself, there will be enough ingredients for you. You can buy all kinds of kitchen supplies, electrical appliances, ingredients and seasonings in China. Even if you don't want to cook but want to eat Chinese food, there are China restaurants in every city in Britain, but eating Chinese food in Britain is more expensive. English people like to drink tea and coffee, but they don't like hot water very much. Drinking water is usually cold water, even in cold winter. In English schools, you can't see a place where you can get hot water.
Third, accommodation.
The accommodation environment in English schools is relatively good, and classes are also convenient at ordinary times. If you like a person, you can choose a single room. If you want to make friends, you can choose a room for 2-4 people. Each student has a separate wardrobe. It is relatively free to find a house and live outside the school. Of course, the rent is much more expensive than the dormitory. The rent in every city is different. Depending on which city you choose, London is definitely more expensive. You can also stay at the home of a native English. They will treat you as a member of their family. You can have dinner with them and attend family gatherings together, and you have to pay a fee.
Fourth, travel.
Vehicles in Britain drive on the left, so you must pay attention to this. Students who live on campus usually don't have to worry about attending classes. They can walk to the classroom in a few minutes. Students who live far away may have to take a bus or subway. You can get a student card, which will give you a lot of discount. The transportation in Britain is perfect. Besides the above two kinds of transportation, there are also some British people in China.
9. Preparation of luggage for studying in the UK
1, clothing
Clothes are heavy and take up space. Just prepare several sets of casual clothes and close-fitting clothes. These things can be compressed in vacuum bags and save a lot of space.
2. food
The requirements for bringing food and ingredients into China are quite strict. Don't take them unless you are sure that they can be taken to England. However, some condiments can be prepared properly, so that you can try to cook by yourself and make the finished product easily.
Step 3 study
Studying in Britain is mainly about preparing stationery. If you buy stationery of the same quality in Britain, the price will double, and you can save a lot of money by taking it out from home. There are reference books, and you can get commonly used data after buying them in China. In Britain, the price of paper books is also very expensive.
4. Skin care products
This part is mainly aimed at girls. Of course, tender piglets can also be used as a reference, such as simple skin care products, water emulsion and cosmetics.
5. medicine
You need to take regular gastrointestinal medicine and cold medicine. The whole preparation is a medicine box at home, which is easy to buy in pharmacies. You don't have to worry about going abroad. Generally speaking, sensitive ingredients are not involved.
6. Applications
In the mobile phone, there are several commonly used softwares, including basic softwares such as Google Maps, Amazon and Princess and Pea, which can help you get familiar with the life and environment in Britain. You can find all kinds of information you want to know when you arrive.
7. Cash
The preparation work should be as full as possible, including the amount. You can exchange up to 6,000 pounds in cash, half of the money can be prepared and put in the backpack, and the general change can be prepared in another position of the backpack.
8. Documentation
Finally, all kinds of documents, passports, visas, air tickets, admission tickets and other identity documents should be carried with you; Other application materials just need to be put in the trunk.
10. What should international students do in the UK?
I. Abide by laws and regulations
Including the basic legal provisions, as long as it is related to your study abroad life, you should do your homework carefully and pay attention to the welfare policies specially formulated for international students. Enjoy it boldly if you meet the conditions.
What is closely related to life is mainly the traffic rules. Because people go out every day, we should pay special attention to driving on the left in Britain, and the traffic lights here will only change color if you press them yourself, so don't just wait.
Second, understand social interaction.
Locals are straightforward, so don't be too tactful when you speak, which may cause others' dissatisfaction and think that you are wasting your time; Also understand the local humorous culture and pay attention to joining the conversation.
If you want to go out, see a doctor or visit, you must remember to make an appointment in advance so that they can be prepared, and your goal can be achieved quickly without delaying other arrangements, which can improve work efficiency.
Third, correct attitude.
If you want to integrate into local life, you need to have a correct attitude. You can neither blindly worship western culture nor pretend to be a big country. You need to put each other on a more equal footing and communicate in a more harmonious atmosphere.
In view of the cultural differences and differences, as outsiders, we should do our homework well in advance and read more news and newspapers, which can help us understand it well, so that there will be no embarrassing scenes in social interaction after school.
Fourth, take good care of your property.
Although Britain has complete laws and regulations, we still can't relax our vigilance. Be sure to pay special attention to your personal safety, especially property safety, so as to keep yourself away from hidden dangers.
Important documents must be properly kept and copies kept for later use; Usually go out with cards and less cash, don't show off your wealth; Please check the validity of your certificate, and don't wait until the certificate expires before renewing it.