Felix scholarship is an exclusive scholarship provided to students from developing countries. It’s granted to the meritorious students who need financial aid.
Scholarship covers
- Course fees
- Grant for living costs
- One return flight from India to the UK
Eligibility criteria of the scholarship for Indian citizens:
- The candidate must be an Indian national and not currently be living or studying outside of India.
- The candidate must haven’t previously studied for one year or more outside India.
- He/She must have at least a first-class bachelor’s degree from an Indian university or comparable institution. Those with an upper second-class degree at a bachelor’s level may be considered if they hold a first-class degree at master’s level.
- Applicants must not hold a degree from a university outside of India.
Felix Scholarship allows you to take admission to any one of these universities. There are 3 universities where you can apply using Felix Scholarship:
1.Oxford
Since 1991, Felix Scholarship has been awarded to the students. It gives a golden chance to outstanding students from India to pursue graduate studies in any subject at the University of Oxford.
Important points to note:
1.No separate application process is there.
2.You have to apply for the relevant course directly through the official website.
Deadline: Before January
How to apply for Oxford:https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/graduate/fees-and-funding/fees-funding-and-scholarship-search/felix-scholarships
2.Reading
The University of Reading is at the forefront of UK higher education for nearly a century.
It has 205th worldwide and 27th position in the UK as per QS World University Rankings 2021.
Important points to note:
1.Follow the application procedure in detail.
Deadline: Around January
How to apply for Reading:
https://portal.reading.ac.uk/Applicant/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fapplicant%2f
3.SOAS
SOAS is a School of Oriental and African Studies situated at the University of London. It is one of the most international universities in the world. According to the QS World University Rankings® 2018, the proportion of international students on the campus is around five times the global average.
Important points to note:
1.Follow the application procedure in detail.
Deadline: Around January
How to apply for SOAS:
https://www.soas.ac.uk/international/howtoapply/
Candidates who complete the application process correctly and fit the criteria would be shortlisted. The results will be announced in March followed by an interview in April. Good luck for your application.
