MScour score
The Amsterdam Science Talent Scholarship (ASTS) offered by the Faculty of Science is aimed at non Dutch talented students from the European Union / European Economic Area who choose to do a Science Master’s programme
ELIGIBILITY:
- The candidate’s academic records. Students belonging to the top 10% of graduates from their class can apply. This means an overall grade point average equivalent to at least:
- 3.5 (GPA American system)
- 1st class honours / upper division British system
- 8+ (Dutch EC-system); the academic quality of the educational institute where the undergraduate (or graduate) programme has been obtained;
- at least two letters of reference from academic staff members;
- the quality of the letter of motivation (maximum 500 words) in which the candidate explains the reasons for choosing the specific Master’s programme (broader context, relevance for future career);
- a description of extracurricular activities such as participation in student commissions, international experience, sports or music at a high level or volunteer work;
- proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL) :TOEFL (internet-based) – overall score of 100 (with a minimum score of 22 in each of the different components), IELTS (academic) – overall score of 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each of the four components);
SCHOLARSHIP VALUE:
It is a full scholarship of € 15,000 (covering tuition and living expenses) for one academic year with the possibility of extension for a second year for two-year Master’s programmes.
DURATION: 2 years
DEADLINE: 1 March
HOW TO APPLY: Apply online
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