Scholarship for excellent international female student - Master's programme in Theology
More details :
The Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies is pleased to announce the availability of a scholarship for an outstanding female candidate from Asia or Africa who intends to commence studies in the three-year Master's programme in Theology on September 1st, 2023.
The Master's programme in Theology is recognized as one of the most culturally diverse MA programmes at Radboud University, and is ranked among the top 50 programmes in the world in the field of Theology, as per the QS Ranking of 2021. Further information about the M.A. programme in Theology is available through the provided link.
The scholarship offers a sum of €15,000, covering the tuition fee for the first year of the Master's programme, which amounts to €12,500. Provided that the recipient maintains good academic standing, the scholarship is renewable for an additional two years, resulting in a total of three years of financial support.
Eligibility :
The eligibility requirements for the scholarship are:
The applicant must be a female student from Asia or Africa.
The applicant must wish to start the three-year Master's programme in Theology at Radboud University on the 1st of September 2023.
The applicant must be an excellent student with a strong academic record and a keen interest in the academic discipline of Theology.
The applicant must submit a letter of motivation, CV, two letters of recommendation, transcripts, and an academic writing sample/essay that reflects their research interests and writing skills.
The applicant must be willing to participate in a Skype interview as part of the scholarship procedure.
Note: It is possible that there may be additional eligibility requirements that are not explicitly stated in the information provided.
Required documents :
The following documents are required for the scholarship application:
A letter of motivation: This should state the applicant's area of interest within the field of Theology and describe their academic and professional goals.
Curriculum Vitae (CV): This document should provide a detailed overview of the applicant's educational background, relevant work experience, research interests, publications, and other relevant accomplishments.
Two letters of recommendation: These letters should be written by professors or professionals who can attest to the applicant's academic abilities and potential, as well as their character and suitability for the scholarship.
Transcripts: Official transcripts from all universities or colleges attended should be submitted to provide evidence of the applicant's academic record.
Academic writing sample/essay: This should be an original research paper or essay, preferably related to the academic discipline of Theology in its broadest sense, such as biblical, historical, empirical, or constructive/systematic perspectives. The essay should be between 2000-2500 words (excluding bibliography).
Skype interview: A Skype interview may be arranged as part of the scholarship procedure to further assess the applicant's suitability for the scholarship.
These documents should be submitted together in support of the applicant's scholarship application.
How to apply :
To apply for the scholarship, you need to follow the steps given below:
Apply for the Master program in Theology at Radboud University through Studielink.
After completing your application for the Master program, upload the following documents in Osiris before the 1st of April:
A letter of motivation stating which area of Theology you wish to specialize in.
Curriculum vitae (CV).
Two letters of recommendation from academic referees.
Transcripts from all previously attended academic institutions.
An academic writing sample/essay (2000-2500 words) related to the academic discipline of theology.
Be prepared for a Skype interview, which may be part of the scholarship procedure.
Please note that your application for admission to the Master's program should be processed before you can be considered for the scholarship. Application to the Master’s programme is free of charge and non-binding.
The selection committee will review the applications and select the successful candidates for the scholarship before the 1st of May.
The deadline for submitting the required documents for the scholarship is 1st of April.
The Scholarship Benefits:
The scholarship benefits for the selected candidate are as follows:
The scholarship covers the tuition fee for the first year of the three-year Master's program in Theology at Radboud University, which is € 12.500.
The scholarship award is € 15,000 in total.
The scholarship is renewable for the second and third year of the program, provided that the candidate remains in good academic standing.
The scholarship will help the candidate to cover living expenses, such as accommodation, books, and other expenses related to the program.