OSI/FCO CHEVENING SCHOLARSHIPS 2010-2011

University of OxfordUniversity of York

The Student Resource Center SRCe welcomes applications from citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina for the OSI/FCO Chevening Scholarships 2010-2011, which are jointly funded by the Open Society Foundation and the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office. The scholarships are intended to provide opportunities for postgraduate study in selected fields in the United Kingdom for scholars and young professionals who demonstrate both academic excellence and the potential to become leaders, decision makers and opinion formers in their home countries. Applicants must have excellent academic qualifications, a clear and precise proposal describing what they wish to study, and a fluent command of the English language. The scholarships cover all university and college fees, travel to and from the UK, and basic living expenses for a single person.

Within the Scholarship Scheme the following options are available:-

A. Research Scholarships:-

Nine-month Research Scholarships at the University of Oxford (1October 2010 to 30 June 2011 inclusive) for postgraduate research contributing towards a doctoral degree in the candidate’s home institution..These awards may be held for study in the Humanities, Social Sciences or Environmental Sciences. These scholarships do not allow scholars to register for a degree at the University.

B. Master’s Scholarships:-

One-year Scholarships to read for a Master’s degree at the University of Oxford. Up to 15 awards are available, and are for study in the Social Sciences, Humanities or Environmental Sciences (except for the courses listed under `Management Studies`) leading to masters degrees.

Although application is via the University of Oxford’s main Graduate Admissions form, applicants should return this via Student Resource Center SRCeso that we can assist with the submission of the form to the University. For further details on applying to study at Oxford please visit:

  • Twelve-month scholarships to read for an MA in Political Philosophy (The Idea of Toleration) at the University of York (October 2010 to September 2011 inclusive).

Application forms and further details are available from:

Studentski informativni Centar - SRCe Univerzitetski kampus Zmaja od Bosne bb Sarajevo
Tel: 033 206-048
E-mail: / Fond Otvoreno Društvo BiH
Kancelarija u Banja Luci
Petra Kočića 53,
051/ 322-651

Please indicate whether you are applying for the Research or the Master’s Scholarships, so that we can supply you with the correct application form. Completed application forms (and required supporting materials) for both Scholarships must be returned to this address not later than 12 January 2010.