CASTME Scholarship

CASTME Scholarship

There is one general scholarship, ie. students from any Commonwealth country may apply, and two others for students from Mauritius and Antigua. The scholarships are competitive and  high numbers of applications are anticipated. Candidates must be nationals of a developing Commonwealth country.

The scholarship consists of payment of Tuition fees at the University of Westminster, accommodation, flights, visa costs, an arrivals allowance, (for suitable clothing) a book allowance and a living allowance of £400 per month, consisting of £250 cash and £150 food allowance. The value of this award is c. £25,000.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate how the skills and knowledge they will gain from the course will further CASTME's aims (www.castme.org ) and the millennium development goals http://www.un.org/millenniumgoals/

In particular the candidates will need to show how this award will enable them to enhance the teaching of Science, Technology or Mathematics in their home country.

The successful candidate will be required to return home immediately on completion of their degree. They will be expected to be active members of CASTME in their home country.

Further criteria for the award are academic excellence (minimun 2.1 degree required) and financial need through a reference who is able to comment on your financial status. 

All applicants for this award must first be holding the offer of a place (conditional or unconditional) on a Masters programme at the University of Westminster. The deadline for applications to be received is 31st May of the year in which you wish to study.