Santander Scholarships Guidance for applicants 2017/18

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1 Santander Scholarships Guidance for applicants 2017/18 1. Conditions and Eligibility You must be in possession of an offer letter to commence in 2017 on a masters course at Bangor University, i.e. a course leading to an MA, MSc, MBA, MTh, MEd or LLM. The studentships is only open to full-time students You should have a good honours degree or equivalent from a recognised institution of higher education, or have experience which demonstrates appropriate knowledge and skills at honours degree standard Santander Scholarships are available for full-time master s degree courses All scholarships are for a period of one year only, all student will be notified of the total amount in the awarding letter. Santander countries are Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Chile, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Uruguay, Spain, Portugal, United Kingdom, Russia, USA, China, Germany, Singapore, Poland, Ghana, Belgium, Qatar and United Arab Emirates. 2. Application procedure Complete ALL relevant sections on this form Ensure that you have included the following documents along with your complete application form: o A copy of your transcript(s) from your most recent programme of study. This should be in English o A copy of your offer letter from Bangor University (if applicable) o A copy of your English language test score - IELTS o CV 3. Criteria for selection of candidates Santander Scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic merit and personal qualities and achievements. The suitability of candidates for their chosen course how the course builds on previous education and experience and relates to career ambitions/personal development will all be taken into account. 4. Selection process DEADLINE Successful applicants will normally be notified of the outcome by the end of May. The Scholarships are awarded to new full-time students enrolling on Masters Courses in 2017/18 academic year. Candidates may not defer the take-up of a scholarship until a later date. The application is to be completed and returned to Mrs Kerry Jones, Bangor University kerry.jones@bangor.ac.uk no later than 31 st May 2017.

2 Santander Scholarships Application Form 2017/18 Please type or write clearly in block capitals in black ink Surname/Family Name: Forename (s) / Given Name(s): Bangor University Student number: Country of domicile Date of birth: Nationality: Male/female: Correspondence address: address: Skype ID: Please give details of any digital presence eg. Blog/website Telephone number: Title of your chosen degree programme (for example: MSc Marine Biology) Qualifications: You must list here all academic qualifications obtained since age 16 (School and University or College), subjects and course/examination grades. Date Name of qualification School / University Subject Grade/marks

3 Financing your studies Please tell us below how you plan to fund your studies, including details of any other scholarships or sponsorship you will receive. Academic statement: Give details of your academic background. This can include your academic interests, motivations for your study path to date, studying, any internships undertaken and how your studies are shaping / have shaped your future. Please include your reasons for applying for the chosen Master s degree at Bangor University and how this will contribute to your future career plan. Maximum 500 words.

4 Personal statement Give details of your background as an individual. This can include your family background, any work experience or professional experience, your interests and passions, extra-curricular activities at School and University, volunteering etc. If you have an interesting background that s shaped you as a person and is central to your identity, or if you ve overcome obstacles in your personal and academic life, please give details. Maximum 500 words.

5 How did you hear about the Bangor University Santander scholarship? Bangor University Publications Santander Education Exhibition British Council Agent / University Representative Website (please state) Bangor Univeristy Social Media Other (please state) Bangor University Website/Communication Declaration I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the information given in this form is correct and complete Signature: Date: INTERNAL USE * Please note that if you are successful in your application your details will be shared with the Manager of the University branch of Santander