B.A. Krukoff Fellowship (Fully Funded) 2024

Embark, on your journey in the UK! We have news for you. The B.A. Krukoff Fellowship in Systematics is currently accepting applications. In this article we will provide information about this fellowship, its advantages and a step by step guide to the application process.

The B.A. Krukoff Fellowship for the year 2024 2025 offers funded scholarships to international students at Queen Mary University. This prestigious scholarship covers all tuition fees. Provides support of up to £21,000 for living expenses and travel costs.

The Bentham Moxon Trusts B.A. Krukoff Fund sponsors this bursary to assist students who wish to focus their MSc research project on botany. RBG Kew will be responsible for administering the bursary.

Summary of the Scholarship;

Degree Level; Masters

Institution; Queen Mary University

Location; London, UK

Available Courses;

Plant and Fungal Taxonomy.

Plant and Fungal Diversity.

Plant and Fungal Conservation.

Application Deadline; December 15 2023

Scholarship Benefits;

The B.A. Krukoff Fellowship in Systematics offers the following benefits to its recipients;

The total value of the student bursary can reach up to £21,000.

Out of this amount £18,000 is allocated as a stipend which covers accommodation expenses, subsistence costs, daily travel allowances well and expenses related to an exciting field trip, to Madagascar.

For students who are not located in London, a budget of, up to £3,000 is allocated to cover expenses such as visa application fees, the UK Healthcare surcharge fee and transportation to and from their hometown or country at the start and end of the course.

Additionally the bursary value will include coverage, for the tuition fees.

Eligibility Requirements, for the B.A. Krukoff Fellowship in Systematics

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for the B.A. Krukoff Fellowship;

1. Language Requirement; Proficiency in English is mandatory.

2. Eligible Countries; All countries worldwide are eligible.

3. Admission Offer; Applicants must have received an offer of admission to the Kew/QMUL Plant and Fungal Taxonomy Diversity and Conservation MSc program for the years 2024 to 25. Conditional offers will also be considered. If awarded the fellowship all conditions of the offer must be fulfilled by August 31 2023.

4. Demonstrated Experience; Candidates should demonstrate their experience in Tropical African botany.

5. Future Impact; Applicants need to explain how they plan to continue working and making an impact on Tropical African Botany* after completing the course.

Note: For this context tropical Africa refers to countries that are members of the African Union as listed below.

Qualifying countries comprise

Republic of Angola
Republic of Benin
Burkina Faso
Republic of Botswana
Republic of Burundi
Republic of Cameroon
Republic of Cabo Verde
Central African Republic
The Republic of Chad
Union of Comoros
Republic of the Congo
Republic of Cote d’Ivoire
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Republic of Djibouti
Republic of Equatorial Guinea
State of Eritrea
Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
Gabonese Republic
Republic of the Gambia
Republic of Ghana
Republic of Guinea
Republic of Guinea-Bissau
Republic of Kenya
Republic of Liberia
Republic of Madagascar
Republic of Malawi
Republic of Mali
Republic of Mauritania
Republic of Mauritius
Republic of Mozambique
Republic of Namibia
Republic of Niger
Republic of Nigeria
Republic of Rwanda
Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe
Republic of Senegal
Republic of Seychelles
Republic of Sierra Leone
Somali Republic
Republic of South Sudan
Republic of The Sudan
United Republic of Tanzania
Togolese Republic
Republic of Uganda
Republic of Zambia
Republic of Zimbabwe

The recipient of this fellowship should;

1. Be eligible to study in the United Kingdom (UK). All applicants are advised to review UK visa requirements and application processes in advance of starting the course in September 2024 ensuring compliance, with any requirements.

2. Not currently holding any bursaries or grants for pursuing an MSc during the year 2024 25.

Wondering how you can apply for the B.A. Krukoff Fellowship, in Systematics?

Here are step by step instructions to help you secure the fellowship;

1. Start by filling out the application form and providing all the information as requested.

2. Make sure to gather and submit supporting documents such as your degree transcript, referee details, statement of purpose, CV and English language certificate. For details about these documents check out their website.

3. Admissions Tutors will carefully review all applications that include the required documentation.

4. Within four weeks of submitting your application you will be notified about the decision.

If you want to learn more, about the B.A. Krukoff Fellowship visit their website.