Scholarships on offer for PostGraduate study

If you're considering postgraduate study, but worried about finances, then check out these 

scholarship opportunities.

For the third year running, FindAMasters.com & FindAPhD.com will be offering six postgraduate scholarships as part of their ongoing commitment to supporting postgraduate study.

In 2015 they will be offering six awards in total:

• 1 x £5,000 scholarship for a Masters student.
• 1 x £5,000 scholarship for a PhD student.
• 4 x £500 runners-up scholarships for both Masters and PhD students.

Masters Study

£5,000 postgraduate scholarship on offer for 2015 from FindAMasters. Available for all 

subject areas at any university currently listed on FindAMasters.com. Two £500 runners-up

 scholarships will also be awarded. Register now. Masters Scholarships







PhD Study

£5,000 postgraduate scholarship on offer for 2015 from FindAPhD.com. Available for all 

subjects at any university currently listed on FindAPhD.com. Two £500 runners-up 

scholarships will also be awarded. Register now. PhD Scholarships







There is also an online resource HEFCE Postgraduate Support Scheme, to help prospective Masters students’ find out more about the £10,000 bursaries for study at English institutions in 2015. 

Careers Workshops for International Students

Are you an international student looking for careers support? 

This term, we have some sessions to help you with your future career here in the UK and abroad.

Job Hunting in UK for International Students
Tuesday 3rd March 5 - 6pm in KM 006
Come along to this session to find out more about the UK job market, how to promote yourself effectively to UK employers, finding work experience and the process for job hunting.

Global Jobs and Returning to your Home Country WEBINAR 
Tuesday 10th March 5 - 6pm 
A free webinar to give you an overview on working abroad, tips for networking with employers and finding job opportunities in your home country after graduation.


For more info and to book a place, visit our EventBrite page

Teaching Placements in India

British Council have launched an exciting new programme called Generation UK- India. Through a series of placements, you will gain a truly amazing insight into Indian education, business and culture and gain a global experience that will take your career to another level. 

Teach in India

Starting in July or October 2015 you can spend two or six months as a teaching assistant in an Indian school.

As a teaching assistant, you will support teaching across the school, including the teaching of English. You will be doing this with at least one other assistant from the UK. You will also get involved with extra-curricular activities and international projects, bringing a slice of the UK to your pupils.

Applications are currently open and deadline is Thursday 26th February 

To be eligible you need to be

• At least 18 years old at the age of applying
• Hold a UK passport (or have completed all your secondary and higher education in the UK)
• Native English speaker 
• Completed at least one year of higher education. This opportunity is also open to people who have graduated.
• A permanent address in the UK – you may need to provide proof of this address.

For more information and to apply online go to British Council Study Work Create - Teach in India

For support with your applications, come in and see us at Careers in Foster. 

Are you an Emirati student seeking employment in UAE?

This Saturday 7th February 2015, UAE- UK Pioneers Forum will be hosting an undergraduate and graduate careers fair in London for students and graduates seeking opportunities to interact with business leaders and work in the UAE. 

This FREE event welcomes all students, but is tailored towards Emirati nationals. 

Meet and network with some of the best companies in the UAE:

• Standard Chartered
• BP
• PwC
• Barclay and more

The Forum Talks will showcase a range of speakers and presentations specifically prepared by industry leaders within the UAE providing you with special insights to benefit your career and professional goals and aspirations. It will be a unique opportunity for you to gain an understanding and knowledge on employability skills that are most sought after by UAE employers. 

For more information and to register for this FREE event, go to http://www.uaeukpioneersforum.org/