University of Lincoln International Scholarship Application Pack 2020 V1

University of Lincoln International Scholarship Application Pack – 2020/2021

University of Lincoln International Scholarship Application Pack 2020 V7

Introduction Each year, the University of Lincoln award a number of merit-based scholarships to high-achieving students from around the world. For programmes commencing in 2020, prospective students are invited to apply for one of the following University of Lincoln based International Scholarships:

• Hold an offer of study for an eligible University of Lincoln course• Be classed as an overseas student for tuition fee purposes• Be expecting to, or have already met, the academic and English language requirements for

the scholarship you are intending to apply for• Fully complete the enclosed scholarship application form, and submit this by 4pm (UK time)

by one of the deadlines specified on our website

For more detailed information regarding individual scholarship requirements and application deadlines, please visit www.lincoln.ac.uk/internationalscholarships

The Selection Process The University of Lincoln’s merit based international scholarships are competitive, and will be awarded to candidates who meet / exceed the scholarship criteria listed on our website.

Upon close of the scholarship deadline, the University will assess each scholarship application carefully, and will endeavour to notify all candidates of a decision on or prior to 10 working days of the application closing date for the above International Scholarships with the exception of the Lincoln 50% Scholarship which will be within 10 working days of the application closing date.

For students who require a visa to study in the UK, we strongly advise that you wait for the outcome of your scholarship application prior to submitting your CAS request.

In the event that your scholarship application is unsuccessful, the University may award you an alternative scholarship at its discretion.

Awarding of Scholarships Successful candidates will be notified by email with detailed information regarding the scholarship award, and any subsequent acceptance/deposit payment deadlines. Please note that scholarships are offered as a tuition fee reduction, and are only applicable for one year of study.

Additional Information Students who are sponsored (in full or part) by a charitable body, employer or government are not eligible to apply for a University of Lincoln International Scholarship. Further information regarding the awarding of scholarships and full terms and conditions can be found by visiting: www.lincoln.ac.uk/internationalscholarships

Africa Scholarship, Egypt Scholarship, India Scholarship, Indonesia Scholarship, Pakistan Scholarship, Thai Scholarship, Turkey Scholarship (from September/October 2020 intake), Vietnam Scholarship, Lincoln 50% Global Scholarship

The Application Process In order to apply for one of the above International Scholarships, it is important that you:

University of Lincoln International Scholarship Application Pack 2020 V7

First name: Surname:

Applicant ID number:

Your applicant ID number can be found at the top of your University of Lincoln Offer Letter.

SECTION ONE: YOUR DETAILS

Email address:

Nationality:

The title of the course you have applied to study at Lincoln:

Please select the name of the International Scholarship you would like to apply for from the list above:

SECTION TWO: YOUR PREVIOUS STUDY

University of Lincoln International Scholarship Application

It is important that you complete all applicable sections in this application form. If you require any assistance with your application, please email intscholarships@lincoln.ac.uk

Qualification title:

Please only include your highest qualification in your answer above and below

Grade (e.g. GPA, classification or score):

Current or most recent place of study:

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SECTION THREE: DEMONSTRATING EXCELLENCE

You are required to write a 300 word statement which demonstrates your academic and extracurricular achievements. As part of your answer, you may wish to consider the following topics:

• Your academic achievements such as obtaining excellent grades, awards or commendations• Your work / volunteering experiences and how this has helped to develop you personally

and professionally• Any other noteworthy achievements which demonstrate excellence / personal endeavour

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SECTION FOUR: YOUR ASPIRATIONS

This question should only be completed if you are applying for a 50% Global Scholarship

You are required to write a 200 word statement which demonstrates your aspirations and how your studies at the University of Lincoln will help you to achieve these. As part of your answer, you may wish to consider the following topics:

• Your career aspirations and ambitions for the future• What motivates you to succeed• Key reasons why you have chosen to study at the University of Lincoln, and how your

studies will help you to work towards meeting your ambitions

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SECTION FIVE: TERMS AND CONDITIONS

I confirm that the information I have included in this application form is true and correct, and that I have carefully read and understood the terms and conditions outlined below. I also confirm that I am not in receipt of a Government scholarship, or employer/organisational sponsored funding (in full or part).

I confirm I am a self-funded student and if I am successful in securing funding from a third party such as government employer or charitable body, I acknowledge that I am no longer eligible to receive a University of Lincoln Scholarship.

Please note that a digital signature is accepted.

First name: Surname:

Signature: Date:

University of Lincoln International Scholarship Terms and Conditions 2020/21 - V7

University of Lincoln International Scholarship Terms and Conditions 2020/21

1. For the purposes of this document, the following definitions shall apply:

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Definition of ‘International Student’ An international fee paying student with overseas fee status.

Definition of ‘Programme of Study’

A University of Lincoln Arts or Science Foundation Programme, Undergraduate or

Postgraduate Programme of Study leading to an award of the University

Definition of Global Scholarships: The following University of Lincoln International Scholarships will collectively be referred to as

'Global Scholarships' and are valued at £2,000 each.

• Global Undergraduate Scholarship

• Global Postgraduate Scholarship

• Top-up Scholarship

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Global Scholarships will automatically be awarded to International Students who have

received an offer of study, and have met the necessary entry requirements for their intended

Programme of Study.

For the Top-up Scholarship, the International Student must be enrolling directly onto the

second or third year of a Programme of Study. This Scholarship is only applicable at the year

of entry.

Definition of an International Alumni Scholarship:

The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and in order to be eligible, the International Student must have successfully completed a University of Lincoln Programme of

Study delivered in the United Kingdom, or at an approved provider overseas.

Definition of Country or Regional Scholarship: The following University of Lincoln International Scholarships will collectively be referred to as

‘Country or Regional Scholarships’ and are valued at £5,000 each. To be eligible for the

scholarship, the International Student must hold a recognised Bachelor degree with a minimum grade of 2:2 or equivalent.

Africa Scholarship

Egypt Scholarship

India Scholarship

Indonesia Scholarship

Pakistan Scholarship

Thai Scholarship

Vietnam Scholarship

• Turkey Scholarship

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(a) Country or Regional Scholarships are not automatically awarded, and are subject to

receiving an offer of study, meeting the relevant University of Lincoln International

Scholarship criteria as specified on our website, submitting a University of Lincoln

International Scholarship Application Form, and successfully being awarded the

scholarship.

(b) At the discretion of the University of Lincoln, a Country or Regional Scholarship may

conditionally be awarded to an International Student (irrespective of having received

an offer of study) following a scholarship interview. This is subject to meeting the

necessary entry requirements for the intended Programme of Study and the relevant

Country or Regional Scholarship criteria.

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The Lincoln 50% Global Scholarship is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.

(a) For the Undergraduate scholarship, the International Student must meet the following

criteria (or equivalent):

• A Level grades BBB or above

• 30 International Baccalaureate (IB) points or above

• Completion of an International Foundation Pathway programme at 60% or

above

International Students will be required to meet the English language entry

requirement for the intended Programme of Study.

(b) For the Postgraduate scholarship, the International Student must hold a recognised

Bachelor's degree with a minimum grade of 2:1 or equivalent, and meet the

English language requirement for the intended Programme of Study.

(c) This Scholarship is not automatically awarded, and is subject to receiving an

Unconditional offer of study, meeting the relevant University of Lincoln International

Scholarship criteria as specified on our website, submitting a University of Lincoln

International Scholarship Application Form, and successfully being awarded the

scholarship.

(d) At the discretion of the University of Lincoln, a Lincoln 50% Global Scholarship may

conditionally be awarded to an International Student (irrespective of having received

an Unconditional offer of study) following a scholarship interview. This is subject to

meeting the necessary entry requirements for the intended Programme of Study

and the Lincoln 50% Global Scholarship criteria.

(e) International Students who are unsuccessful in obtaining a Lincoln 50% Global

Scholarship may be awarded an alternative Country or Regional Scholarship (where

applicable), at the discretion of the University of Lincoln’s Director of International.

(f) Applicants who have been awarded a Lincoln 50% Scholarship must choose to

accept or decline the scholarship award, and pay a CAS deposit, by the dates given

in the award confirmation email.

2. General Terms and Conditions:

2.1 University of Lincoln International Scholarships take the form of a tuition fee reduction upon

enrolment. No cash alternative is available.

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University of Lincoln International Scholarships are non-transferable and are not valid in

conjunction with each other; only one Scholarship per student per Programme of Study will be

applied. University of Lincoln International Scholarships will only be applied during the first

year of enrolment; scholarships will not be applied to any subsequent years of study.

International students who are in receipt of a tuition fee discount are not eligible to receive a University of Lincoln International Scholarship.

The University of Lincoln reserves the right to amend or withdraw any University of Lincoln International Scholarship at any point and without notice.

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International Students who are sponsored (in full or part) by a charitable body, employer or

government are not eligible to apply for a University of Lincoln International Scholarship.

International Students enrolled onto a University of Lincoln Distance Learning Programme are

not eligible to receive a University of Lincoln International Scholarship.

International Students progressing from the University of Lincoln International Study Centre

are not eligible to receive University of Lincoln International Scholarships.

All University of Lincoln International Scholarship decisions made by the University of Lincoln

are final.

Deadlines:

Applications for Country or Regional Scholarships and Lincoln 50% Global Scholarships must

be received by 4pm (UK time) on one of the following application rounds:

For a Programme of Study commencing in September/October 2020

Round 1: Saturday 25th April 2020

Round 2: Thursday 25th June 2020

Round 3: Friday 7th August 2020

For a Programme of Study commencing in January/February 2021

Round 1: Friday 2nd October 2020 Round 2: Friday 13th November 2020

Country or Regional Scholarships or Lincoln 50% Global Scholarship applications received

after the 4pm (UK time) deadline will be considered at the next applicable application round.

Applications received after the final scholarship deadline may be considered at the discretion

of the University of Lincoln’s Director of International.

The University of Lincoln endeavour to notify all Country or Regional Scholarship and Lincoln

50% Global Scholarship applicants of a scholarship decision via email prior to the deadline, or within 10 working days following the specified closing date.

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