{"id":40842,"date":"2024-02-27T12:47:42","date_gmt":"2024-02-27T07:17:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/?p=40842"},"modified":"2024-02-27T12:47:42","modified_gmt":"2024-02-27T07:17:42","slug":"study-abroad-university-of-essex-offers-new-financial-support-for-indian-masters-students-news-2024-02","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/study-abroad-university-of-essex-offers-new-financial-support-for-indian-masters-students-news-2024-02\/","title":{"rendered":"Study Abroad: University of Essex Offers New Financial Support for Indian Master&#8217;s Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The University of Essex announced a new bursary for Indian Master\u2019s students starting in October 2024 or January 2025. This bursary covers the full cost of the UK\u2019s immigration health surcharge, which helps students afford healthcare while studying. Alongside this financial support, the university offers various initiatives like preparation programs and career support to ensure Indian students have a successful and enriching experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-to-cyan-bluish-gray-gradient-background has-background\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/study-in-uk-university-of-warwick-economics-excellence-scholarship-2024-open-for-international-students-news-2024-02\/\"><strong>University of Warwick Economics Excellence Scholarship 2024 Open for International Students<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"640\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"Study Abroad: University of Essex Offers New Financial Support for Indian Master&#039;s Students\"  class=\"wp-image-40825 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/cdnbloglearn.leverageedu.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Study-in-UK-_62_.webp\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063601\/Study-in-UK-_62_.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063601\/Study-in-UK-_62_-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063601\/Study-in-UK-_62_-768x480.webp 768w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063601\/Study-in-UK-_62_-380x238.webp 380w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063601\/Study-in-UK-_62_-800x500.webp 800w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063601\/Study-in-UK-_62_-150x94.webp 150w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-immigration-health-surcharge-explained\"><span id=\"immigration-health-surcharge-explained\">Immigration Health Surcharge Explained<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The UK government introduced the immigration health surcharge in 2015. It requires international students to contribute financially towards the National Health Service (NHS) while studying in the UK. This surcharge recently increased to \u00a3766 per year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>University of Essex Launches New Health Bursary<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To help Indian students manage this additional cost, the University of Essex has announced a new bursary program. This program will cover the full cost of the immigration health surcharge for the entire duration of a Master\u2019s degree program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-to-cyan-bluish-gray-gradient-background has-background\"><strong>University of Birmingham India Chancellor\u2019s Scholarship Applications Open for 2024-25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-is-eligible\"><span id=\"who-is-eligible\">Who is eligible?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Indian students enrolled in a postgraduate Master\u2019s program at the University of Essex, starting in October 2024 or January 2025.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-additional-support-available\"><span id=\"additional-support-available\">Additional Support Available<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The University of Essex is committed to supporting Indian students beyond financial aid. They offer various initiatives, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preparation programs: These programs help students adjust to life in the UK and prepare for their academic studies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extracurricular opportunities: Students can participate in various clubs and societies to broaden their horizons and connect with others.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Careers support: The university provides resources and guidance to help students find suitable employment opportunities after graduation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-very-light-gray-to-cyan-bluish-gray-gradient-background has-background\"><a href=\"https:\/\/leverageedu.com\/learn\/study-in-uk-applications-open-for-university-of-birmingham-india-outstanding-achievement-scholarships-news-2024-02\/\"><strong>Applications Open for University of Birmingham India Outstanding Achievement Scholarships<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-apply\"><span id=\"how-to-apply\">How to Apply?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"640\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"Study Abroad: University of Essex Offers New Financial Support for Indian Master&#039;s Students\"  class=\"wp-image-40591 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/cdnbloglearn.leverageedu.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Study-in-UK-_61_.webp\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063301\/Study-in-UK-_61_.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063301\/Study-in-UK-_61_-300x188.webp 300w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063301\/Study-in-UK-_61_-768x480.webp 768w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063301\/Study-in-UK-_61_-380x238.webp 380w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063301\/Study-in-UK-_61_-800x500.webp 800w, https:\/\/blogassets.leverageedu.com\/media\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2024\/02\/22063301\/Study-in-UK-_61_-150x94.webp 150w\" ><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information and details on the application process for the health bursary and other scholarship options, visit the University of Essex website at<a href=\"https:\/\/www.essex.ac.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> https:\/\/www.essex.ac.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-university-s-commitment-to-welcoming-indian-students\"><span id=\"universitys-commitment-to-welcoming-indian-students\">University\u2019s Commitment to Welcoming Indian Students<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Professor Anthony Forster, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Essex, stated the university\u2019s commitment to welcoming Indian students: \u201cWe want to ensure every student can benefit from an Essex education, and we don\u2019t want the increased surcharge to hinder their studies. This bursary, along with our existing support programs, demonstrates our dedication to providing a positive and enriching experience for Indian students at the University of Essex.\u201d Looking for more exciting information? 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