Studying abroad is something that almost all the students want. You can get to explore a different country, meet new people, or try new things. You can also go on different adventures too. One needs to think about the cost of travelling, studying, living alone, and so on.
Many students find managing their finances really difficult and this prevents them from enjoying their university life to the fullest. This results in them missing out on a wide range of things. Luckily, there are different kinds of scholarships available for students to apply these days. This will help them to go to the best universities without worrying about the money.
Here you can come across different scholarships that add to the international student’s assistance. However, not all the scholarships cover all expenses. This generally results in some students still struggling with money even when they have scholarships. This is why it is essential for international students to search well. They need to know the full details of the scholarships and whether they add to the international student’s benefits or not. However, do not forget to consider the cost of the rent for your student accommodation Bristol. It is designed to provide the students with comfort.
Scholarships and bursaries
We have participated in scholarships as well as bursaries that are made just for the students from the partner universities who apply to Bristol through the Global Transfer Programme. As an international student joining us on the Global Transfer Program, there are two different funding opportunities you can apply for:
- Think Big Scholarship Programme
- Global Transfer Bursary
Think Big Scholarship
The University of Bristol was founded in the year 1876 and it offers students with fully funded scholarships. This scholarship is perfect for both undergraduate and graduate students. The student can get up to £20,000 to be used for paying the amount of tuition fees.
The university has been working with different partners across 40 countries to help the students make their career. All international students are eligible for the scholarship. The courses eligible for the scholarship at the undergrad level are the full-time undergrad program except for Medicine, Dentistry as well and Veterinary Science. Those who apply for post-grad programs, any one-year or full-time taught program offered at the university is eligible. The program period completely depends on the selected programs available.
Global Transfer Bursary
The Global Transfer Bursary is another kind of scholarship which is perfect for students from partner universities who apply through the Global Transfer Program. It can be used towards the accommodation costs so the students can manage their finances while studying at the University of Bristol. The successful applicants will receive the bursary once they have arrived at the University of Bristol and the funds are directly transferred to the UK bank account making life easy for the students.
Other scholarship programs offered here comprise of:
Undergraduate
- Global Economics undergraduate scholarships
- Global Accounting and Finance undergraduate scholarships
- School of Policy studies international undergraduate scholarships
- Think Big bursaries for sciences
Postgraduate
- Think Big Postgraduate awards
- Global Economics postgraduate scholarships
- Global Accounting and Finance postgraduate scholarships
- Future Leaders postgraduate scholarships
- Michael Wong Pakshong’s bursary
- Phyllis Mary Morris bursaries
- School of Policy Studies postgraduate international scholarships
- Think Big about Global Justice postgraduate scholarships
- Think Big about Education postgraduate scholarships
- R. Senathi Rajah Memorial Scholarship
- GREAT India Scholarships (partner scholarship, for students from India)
- GREAT Scholarships for Justice and Law (partner scholarship, for students from China)
The finest areas where you can find suitable housing
The location of an accommodation is one of the most essential decisions which one has to take. Here are some areas which you can select from.
Redlands: Redlands is known for being a vibrant neighbourhood. It is within walking distance from Whiteladies Road which is a bustling place with different stores, restaurants, cafes, and more.
Fishponds: This is another great locality where you can find the best student accommodation. It is a suburban area located in the Northeast of Bristol. Here you can go for a run to unwind. You can also try out some interesting cuisines. You will also find some great farmers’ markets and craft fairs.
Bristol Harbor: It is another neighbourhood that is added with excellent transportation links. Bristol Harbor is known for its attractive views. You can enjoy going to the top-notch attractions.
Final Thoughts
If you have a scholarship, life becomes much easier. There are a plethora of accommodation options over here. You need to choose which is right for you and what is not. Water Lane House Bristol is one of the top-notch accommodations that you can book for a safe and comfortable living.