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Since social science is a broad area, there are several social science scholarships that cover topics like sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, etc which all fall under social science.
The following is a list of the 20 best social science scholarships available for international students in different countries:
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1. Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust funding for International Students, UK
➢ Deadline: April 30th
In partnership with the Allan & Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, the University of Nottingham is offering Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarship.
There are four tuition fee scholarships available for overseas fee purposes for an applicant, who wants to pursue a full-time master’s degree program at the university. The grant covers the full tuition fee.
2. The University of Dundee Global Excellence Undergraduate Financial Aid
➢ Deadline: October 31st
The University of Dundee is now accepting applications for the Global Excellence Scholarships. This scholarship is open for students from the UK, EU, and Overseas Countries who hold an academic offer of entry for an undergraduate program.
The students have a chance to win up to £25,000 for Up to 5 years to pursue their undergraduate degree program.
3. Japanese Government Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students
➢ Deadline: Varies
Japanese Government Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students is open for Students from countries having diplomatic relations with Japan.
The scholarship allows Bachelor level program(s) in the field of Humanities, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences taught at Japan Universities.
The scholarship covers tuition and other fees, an allowance of 117,000 Yen/month, and a monthly stipend of 2,000–3000 Yen.
4. The University of Queensland Humanities and Social Sciences Scholarships for Excellence in Australia
➢ Deadline: May 31st
The University of Queensland Humanities and Social Sciences Scholarships for Excellence in Australia is open for International Students.
The scholarship allows for Postgraduate level program(s) in the field of Humanities, and Social Sciences taught at the University of Queensland.
The Scholarship will cover the tuition fee worth up to $10,000 per year for up to two years.
5. Monash University Robert Blackwood Partnership–Honours Scholarship Scheme, UK
➢ Deadline: April 8th
Monash University Robert Blackwood Partnership–Honours Scholarship Scheme, UK is open for International Students.
The scholarship allows Undergraduate level program(s) in the field of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Technology taught at Monash University.
The value of the scholarship is worth up to between $500 and $1,500 for a full-time study load for a maximum of one year.
6. University of Waikato FASS 120-/240-point Master’s Thesis Awards in New Zealand
➢ Deadline: April 30th
The University of Waikato is offering the FASS 120- / 240-point Master’s Thesis Awards to eligible candidates. The program is open for Australians.
Also, International students to pursue a master’s degree program in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at Waikato. The value of the scholarship is up to $3,000.
7. Western Sydney University Nexus Scholarship in Australia
➢ Deadline: July 1st
Western Sydney University is delighted to offer the Nexus Scholarship for full-time domestic and international students.
The scholarship is available to pursue an undergraduate degree program in the field of Humanities, Social Sciences, Asian Studies, International Relations, Languages, Linguistics or Creative Arts.
The scholarship covers a living stipend and tuition fees.
8. University of Bristol/ Think Big International Foundation Programme Scholarship, UK
➢ Deadline: June 30th
The University of Bristol invites applications for the Think Big International Foundation Programme Scholarship.
This scholarship is open to applicants who are classed as overseas students for fee purposes. 10 scholarships of £5,000 are available to International students.
These awards can only be used as fee waivers towards the cost of tuition fees.
9. The University of Birmingham International Students Scholarships in the UK
➢ Deadline: June 15th
In partnership with Kaplan International College London (KICL), The University of Birmingham is pleased to offer the KAPLAN Outstanding Achievement Scholarships in the UK.
These scholarships are open to pursuing under degree program in the field of Arts, Dental Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Law, medical, and Social Sciences. The university offers one scholarship award of £2,000 for each student.
10. WR DTP Doctoral Studentships in the UK
➢ Deadline: January 23rd
Applications are invited for White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership (WR DTP) Studentships. Studentships are available for UK/EU and International students.
The scholarships cover tuition fees and a grant (stipend) to help towards living expenses.
11. Ph.D. International Studentships at the University of East Anglia in the UK
➢ Deadline: January 20th
The University of East Anglia is inviting applications are Ph.D. Studentships within the Social Sciences Graduate School. The studentship is available for UK/EU/International students.
The Studentships cover tuition fees, a tax-free maintenance grant (currently £14,777 per year), and a research training support grant.
12. UCL IRDR Social Science and Physical Science Research Fellowship in the UK
➢ Deadline: November 1st
The UCL Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction (IRDR) and the Humanitarian Institute have invited applications for Social Science and Physical Science Research Fellows in Conflict, Disaster, and Migration.
Fellowships are available for International students. The value of the scholarship ranges from £35,328 to £42,701 per annum.
13. KIAA Peking University Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship for International Students in China
➢ Deadline: October 15th
Applications are invited for Peking University Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship for young researchers to conduct research in diverse branches of learning such as basic and applied sciences, social sciences, etc.
Each Fellowship is no less than 540,000RMB which covers basic annual salary, insurances, housing costs and so on.
14. Denmark Copenhagen Business School Ph.D. Scholarship for International Students
➢ Deadline: September 15th
The Copenhagen Business School is now accepting applications for Ph.D. scholarships in the field of social and political sciences.
International students are eligible to apply for this scholarship. The scholarship includes the tuition fees, office space, travel grants plus a salary.
15. New Zealand Undergraduate/Postgraduate International Excellence Scholarship
➢ Deadline: December 1st
The Massey University College of Humanities and Social Science is offering a full-time scholarship to undergraduate or postgraduate students to study in New Zealand.
The Scholarship is valued at NZD $5,000 per 120 credits enrolled, for up to the total credit value of the Program.
16. The University of Sydney, Lendlease Bradfield Urbanisation Scholarships in Australia
➢ Deadline: August 5th
Lendlease Bradfield Urbanisation Scholarships are available at the University of Sydney. Citizens of Australia, permanent residents of Australia, and international students are all eligible.
The scholarship is worth $10,000 per year and is valid for the whole program’s duration.
17. 50 PGR Full Fee Only Scholarships at the University of Strathclyde in the UK
➢ Deadline: April 5th
The University of Strathclyde is offering scholarships that cover the full fee for 50 postgraduate research students across their faculties.
Scholarships are awarded within the faculty of Engineering, Humanities & Social Sciences, Sciences and Strathclyde Business School.
18. CATS Undergraduate Outstanding Achievement Scholarship in the UK
➢ Deadline: July 19th
The University of Birmingham is pleased to provide this award for academic high achievers in collaboration with CATS Colleges.
Arts and Law, Engineering and Physical Sciences, Life and Environmental Sciences, and Social Sciences are all eligible for the prize. The scholarship can be worth up to £2000.
19. 11 Excellence Scholarships at UCC in Ireland
➢ Deadline: April 20th
For international Ph.D. students, the University College Cork is offering 11 Excellence Scholarships. Every year, these scholarships are given to students who plan to pursue a Ph.D., Ph.D. Track, or MPhil degree in Celtic Studies and Social Sciences.
The scholarships are for the duration of the program and cover EU tuition fees.
20. 15 International Ph.D. Awards at Queen’s University Belfast in the UK
➢ Deadline: April 6th
International Ph.D. Awards totaling over £300,000 are available at Queen’s University Belfast. Within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, awards are offered.
Each prize is worth around £20,000.
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