Kent Business School UK Dean’s Excellence Scholarship Award 2025

Description

The Kent Business School (KBS) at the University of Kent is inviting applications for its Dean’s Excellence Scholarship for the academic year beginning September 2025. This prestigious scholarship recognizes and rewards exceptional academic performance and supports postgraduate students aiming to advance their careers through a Master’s degree in business and management.

Degree Level

Kent Business School UK Dean’s Excellence Scholarship Award 2025 is available to undertake Masters level programs at Kent Business School.

Available Subjects

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

Benefits

Scholarship Value

1. Awards of up to £3,000

Additional Benefits

1. All recipients automatically become members of the KBS Scholarship Group
2. Awardees will be encouraged to actively participate in promotional and academic activities during their studies and as alumni

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to all UK and international applicants across all taught MSc courses offered by Kent Business School.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Dean’s Excellence Scholarship, applicants must:

1. Have made a formal application to a full-time taught MSc program at Kent Business School for September 2025 intake
2. Hold an offer of admission
3. Be self-funded (not receiving full funding from other scholarships or sponsorships)
4. Possess a UK first-class degree or its international equivalent
5. Submit a compelling supporting statement detailing how the MSc program at KBS will contribute to their career and personal development

Selection Process

1. Awards are granted on a rolling basis
2. The Scholarship Awarding Panel will meet monthly
3. Successful candidates will be notified within one week of the panel meeting
4. The University reserves the right not to allocate the scholarship if no suitable candidates are identified

Application Procedure

To apply for the Kent Business School Dean’s Excellence Scholarship for the 2025 academic year, applicants must follow these steps:

Submit MSc Application

1. Apply for a full-time taught MSc course at Kent Business School for September 2025 entry.
2. Ensure that your application is complete and includes all required academic documents.

Receive Offer of Admission

1. Once your MSc application is reviewed and accepted, you must hold an official offer (conditional or unconditional) from Kent Business School.

Prepare Supporting Statement

1. Write a personal statement that explains:
2. Why you have chosen your specific MSc program
3. How the program aligns with your career goals and personal development
4. What makes you a strong candidate for the scholarship

Submit Scholarship Application

1. Submit the supporting statement along with any other required documentation through the official University of Kent scholarship application portal.
2. Ensure all information is accurate and submitted before the deadline: 27 July 2025

Await Decision

1. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis by the Scholarship Awarding Panel.
2. Successful applicants will be notified within one week of the monthly panel meeting.

Important Notes:

1. Only self-funded students are eligible.
2. Scholarships cannot be held in conjunction with full external funding.
3. Incomplete applications or those missing required documentation will not be considered.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early due to the rolling nature of the awards.