Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship

We are committed to resolving the future challenges facing global food production and distribution, whilst facing the environmental and cultural pressures of increased demand. 

These challenges cannot be solved by one country; they require common purpose from experts around the world. This Scholarship will help enable students seeking entry in January 2025 to develop their skills at RAU and become part of the future network of global champions.

The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship is open to new MSc, PGDip and MBA Postgraduate students starting courses in January 2025.

About the scholarship

  • The opportunity to apply for this scholarship is open to full-time MSc, PGDip and MBA fee-paying students starting in January 2025 who meet or exceed academic entry requirements (including visa requirements).
  • Up to 20% of tuition fees covered by the Vice-Chancellor for one year of study.  Suitable candidates will be considered based on their academic qualifications and potential to contribute to global challenges of food security, sustainability, ecology or resource management.
  • The scholarship is for one year’s duration.
  • You must hold an offer from the RAU for a course starting in January 2025. 

How do I apply?

Simply complete and submit the online application form.

Deadline for applications

Applications must be received by the University by 20 January 2025. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

How will I know if my application has been successful?

All applicants will be informed in writing of the outcome, once a decision has been made which should be no later than two weeks after you

Terms and conditions

  • Only one RAU managed scholarship can be held at any one time. The Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship is up to a 20% contribution to the total tuition fees paid.
  • Students who fail and are required to re-sit or re-study one or more modules will forego any further support.
  • The RAU endeavours to ensure that this information is correct. However, the RAU accepts no legal liability for errors or omissions and reserves the right to make changes without notice.
  • The decision of the Scholarship Committee is based on the information provided on the application form. The decision of the Committee is final.

Contact us

For further information, please email: scholarships@rau.ac.uk.