Applications are now open for funding to study Global Health (PGCert)
Scholarships for the postgraduate certificate in Global Health (PGCert).
For September 2024, a scholarship is available to help fund the first year of study in MSc Global Health by distance learning, where you can exit with a Postgraduate Certificate, potentially leading to a Postgraduate Diploma or Masters in Global Health.
The purpose of the scholarship is to equip those who want to make an impact on Global Health and to support international humanitarian work.
The scholarship is available to support those pursuing a career in Global Health, from or working in low/middle-income countries who might not otherwise have the means to study for a postgraduate qualification.
Fees:
- UK students (per annum): 拢4,500 p.a. (one year)
- International, including EU, students (per annum): 拢9,000 p.a. (one year)
Entry Criteria
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- professional experience related to Global Health;
- a clear idea of how the MSc in Global Health and studying at HCRI will benefit their career;
- a clear passion around the subject of global health;
- applicants are encouraged from the Global South and particularly Low- or Middle-Income Country (LMIC);
- applicants are encouraged from the those working in LMIC contexts.
Eligibility
- Applicants who already have a masters level qualification are ineligible to apply.
- Students who have already accepted full scholarships or bursaries for September 2024 entry are ineligible to apply.
Conditions of any PGCert Scholarship Award
Scholarship Award Holders have a commitment to:
- provide blog entries throughout their study;
- engage with requests for video testimonials if possible during their course;
- write a testimonial at the end of their course.
How to apply
To apply for the scholarship, you will need to complete the following by Friday, 24 May 2024 11.59 pm (GMT):
- submit the University of Manchester postgraduate admissions form, providing all necessary supporting material (including transcript and two references); and
- submit a 500-word case for support of how you meet the bursary criteria by email to hcri@manchester.ac.uk. Please include your full name and application ID number.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 24 May 2024 11.59 pm (GMT).
The course will commence in September 2024.