Aziz Foundation Masters Scholarship

Level of study
Postgraduate taught masters
Subject area
Arts and Law, Engineering and Physical Sciences, Life and Environmental Sciences, Social Sciences
Nationality
UK
Type of Award
Charity/Trust
Deadline for applying
Closed 30/06/2023 (Note: competition closed for this year)

Award Description

The Scholarships Programme offers 100% tuition fee Masters scholarships to support British Muslims to study at UK universities. The scholarships are aimed at those who wish to advance in their careers and bring positive change to their communities and beyond. We invite applications from people who are dedicated to:

  • Effective Advocacy and Enhancing Public Perception – facilitating better representation and contribution of Muslims to civil society to combat Islamophobia and positively transform perceptions of British Muslims  
  • Community Service and Social Development – raising the aspirations and standards within British Muslim communities 

The aim is to support emerging leaders who have a high level of commitment to the community as well as the aspirations to lead and inspire in their respective field. 

Please note that the scholarships are only open to those who qualify for Home Fees status in the UK, and applications from international students will therefore not be considered.

Value of Award

100% tuition fee.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should meet all of the following requirements:

  • Be eligible for Home fees status
  • Be active within a Muslim community and demonstrate intimate knowledge of issues affecting British Muslim communities
  • Demonstrate long-term commitment to community/societal development within Britain 
  • Show how the course will increase their effectiveness in one of the following areas relating to British Muslims: 
  • Effective Advocacy and Enhance Public Perception – facilitating better representation and contribution of Muslims to civil society to combat Islamophobia and positively transform perceptions of British Muslims 
  • Community Service and Social Development – raising the aspirations and standards within British Muslim communities 

Eligible subject areas:

  • Media & Journalism
  • Technology
  • Sustainability/Environment
  • Law
  • Policy (excluding Health Policy)
  • Arts & Culture

How to Apply

Applications are submitted online.

The application form includes questions about previous education, work experience, financial means, a statement of no more than 1,000 words about how you meet the Foundation’s criteria, and the names of two referees.

If your application is shortlisted you will be invited to attend an interview.

Contact

David Sellars (Student Recruitment Postgraduate)
d.sellars@bham.ac.uk

Website
https://www.azizfoundation.org.uk/scholarships-application/