International PG Scholarships

The Rhodes Scholarships traces its origin to the remarkable vision expressed in the Will of Cecil J. Rhodes, British statesman who dreamed of bettering the lot of humankind through all possible means.

For the noble purpose, Rhodes hoped that his plan of bringing together qualified and deserving students from throughout the English-speaking world to study at the University where he took his degree in 1881 would aid in the promotion of international understanding and peace.

Conditions of Eligibility

1. The Scholarships are open to citizens of India.
   
   
2. Candidates must be of such an age that they will have passed their 19th and not have passed their 25th birthday on the 1st October of the proposed academic year.br>
   
3. Candidates must have at least a first class degree in Humanities, Sciences, Law, Engineering, Agriculture or Medicine from an Indian University. Candidates who are in the Final year of a degree course and have exceptionally bright academic record may also apply.
   
   
4. Candidates for medical studies should consult the Secretary, as well as the Medical School Offices at Oxford, before submitting an application. Particular difficulties may arise for those wishing to do research in clinical departments.
   
   
5. Marriage is not a bar to applying for, or holding, a Rhodes scholarship. However, married candidates should bear in mind that the scholarship stipend is sufficient only for one person, and that the Trust takes no financial responsibility for the support of a scholar's spouse. Moreover, spouses who are not British citizens will find it very difficult to obtain permission to undertake paid work in England.
   
   Documents to be submitted by the candidates:
   
   
6. Either a School leaving certificate or an extract from a University Register signed by the Registrar, as evidence of age (attested copy only, which will not be returned).
   
   
7. Evidence of Courses taken and degrees, honour and other academic distinctions obtained. This evidence must be formally certified by Registrar or any other responsible officer of the candidate’s University (attested copies of certificates only, which will not be returned).
   
   
8. A signed SOP, describing general interests and activities, including sports and the future aims of the candidate.

Note : The essay should not exceed 1000 words and should be in simple and direct English. Student should take time and write this essay carefully because it primarily forms the basis for the candidate's interview. The essay will be read not only by the Selection Committee but also by the Oxford Colleges to which the successful candidates apply for admission.

9. The names and addresses of six persons well acquainted with the candidate, under at least three of whom he/she must have studied. Candidates should include names of those who know the candidates well and know their strengths and weaknesses.
   
   
10. Two unmounted passport size photographs.
    
    
11. A medical certificate on the special form provided by the Rhodes Trust, from an approved doctor will be required from the candidates short listed. The Rhodes Trustees reserve the right to cancel the selection of any candidate with an ‘unfavorable’ report.
    Courses open to Rhodes Scholars

Subject to the consent of the college, a Scholar may read for the Oxford B.A. in any of Final Honour Schools. The Scholar may be admitted, if qualified by previous training to, read for a higher degree, such as the B.C.L, M.Lit., M.Sc, M.Phil., B.Phil. (for Philosophy) or D.Phil.( The B.Phil, may be awarded in Philosophy only. M.Phil may be undertaken in the following fields; European History General and Comparative Literature, Greek and Latin Languages and Literature International Relations, Latin American Studies, Management Studies, Music, Oriental Studies, Politics Prehistoric Archaeology, Russian and East European Studies, Sociology and Theology.

Rhodes Scholars-elect who wish to read for any degree (advanced or B.A.) or for a diploma in any Arts or Social Studies subjects (except the B.C.L. and the M.Sc. in Applied Social Studies) must submit two samples of recent written work.

Contact

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