2024 Hatfield Lioness Scholarship at Durham University, UK
Deadline: March 31, 2024
The Hatfield Lioness Scholarship at Durham University is a remarkable opportunity designed for female candidates who possess the academic prowess and personal qualities required to excel in a postgraduate course. More than just a scholarship, it aims to create positive ambassadors for their home countries in Durham. This initiative encourages recipients to leverage their enhanced knowledge and skills gained from the Master’s program for the benefit of their societies upon their return home.
Scholarship Background and Objectives
30 Years of Women Students Celebration:
The Hatfield Lioness Scholarship was established as part of the celebration of 30 years of women students at Hatfield College, Durham University in 2018. This initiative is made possible through the generous contributions of alumni, friends of the College, and other sources aligned with the scholarship’s objectives.
Objective:
The primary objective of the Hatfield Lioness Scholarship is to facilitate a female student from a developing country with limited access to tertiary education. This support allows them to pursue postgraduate studies at Durham University, opening doors to a world-class education.
Scholarship Details
Type: Masters
Application Deadline: March 31, 2024
Value & Duration of Award:
The Hatfield Lioness Scholarship covers comprehensive support for the selected candidates, including:
- Full payment of University tuition fees
- Stipend for living expenses
- One return economy air ticket from the home country to the UK, and the cost of return travel between the UK airport and Durham City
- Fully funded, self-catered, mixed accommodation at Hatfield College
- ‘Settling in allowance’ on arrival
- Cost of UK visa and the UK Health surcharge
Restrictions:
- The Scholarship does not provide funding for dependants or travel during the Scholarship.
- Accommodation is for the Scholarship holder only; dependants cannot be accommodated.
Eligible Field of Study:
All fields are eligible for the scholarship except MBA, PhD, and research master’s programs.
Eligible Countries:
The Hatfield Lioness Scholarship is open to applicants from all developing countries, including but not limited to Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, and many more.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Hatfield Lioness Scholarship, applicants must:
- Have applied for and been offered an unconditional place on their chosen master’s program by June 2024.
- Not be in receipt of any other scholarship to fund their postgraduate studies.
- Be female.
- Be a national of a developing country as stated on the application page.
Additionally, applicants should:
- Hold a relevant honors degree of sufficient standard to be admitted to their chosen Master’s course.
- Fulfill all other course entry requirements, including the relevant English language qualification.
- Not hold a Master’s degree.
- Not otherwise have the financial means to study for a Master’s degree in the UK.
Application Process
How To Apply:
Interested candidates should follow a three-stage application process:
Stage 1: Submit an academic application for your chosen master’s program. Within this application, reference your intention to apply for the Hatfield Lioness Scholarship.
Stage 2: Submit an application for the Scholarship via the application form once it is published.
Stage 3: Submit all supporting documents (Durham University offer letter, academic transcript, references, and IELTS certificate) via email to hatfield.trust@durham.ac.uk by the deadline.
Candidates will hear the outcome of their application by mid-June 2024.
Conclusion
The Hatfield Lioness Scholarship at Durham University stands as a beacon for women seeking to advance their education and contribute meaningfully to their communities. Empower yourself with this opportunity, and be part of a legacy that celebrates education, diversity, and empowerment.
Source: Durham University
