Scholarships
HRH THE PRINCE ANDREW, DUKE OF YORK, SCHOLARSHIP 2013
(*) Please note that HRH Prince Andrew scholarship is not applicable to current British University Vietnam students
1. Introduction
HRH The Prince Andrew, Duke of York, Scholarship program is a full scholarship valued at more than 600,000,000vnd and covers the tuition fees for Foundation and an undergraduate courses at the British University Vietnam in addition to the traveling cost for attending the scholarship interview round applicable for students who are not in Hanoi (if needed). The program launched in October 2010 is named after HRH Prince Andrew, Duke of York. A key feature of the program is aim to contribute to Vietnam's development through providing the prime higher education opportunities offered at the first British owned university in Vietnam. The program is open to all Vietnamese high school graduates. The awardees are selected based on a combination of previous academic performance, relevant experience of community work involvement and the potential to become leaders in the public sector, business and academia. There will be four scholarships to be awarded in the academic year 2013-2014
2. British Ambassador - Dr. Antony Stokes' announcement of HRH the Prince Andrew scholarships
"Our honorable guests, ladies and gentlemen! Students and the most important of all Sir Graeme Davies and parents!
It is a major privilege for me to have the opportunity to join this celebration and the premiere of the new scholarships today. I am very proud that the British Government and the British Embassy have cooperated with us in this outstanding institution, The British University Vietnam. It’s a great achievement, that today our close partnership and mutual support have led to the signature of our memorandum of understanding together witnessed by our United Kingdom Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills: Dr. Vince Cable, here in Hanoi. It was just only over a year ago that HRH the Duke of York launched this wonderful scholarship scheme at the time of the commemoration of 1000-year anniversary of this beautiful city. Many congratulations to the four special students who have just been on stage receiving the first four HRH the Prince Andrew scholarships at the British University Vietnam. Hanoi is now 1001 years old; I am delighted to confirm that this scholarship scheme will continue with four more HRH the Prince Andrew scholarships for the upcoming academic year. I am certain that this is a very special opportunity for the best students to compete and gain these awards to become global students and ambassadors; better ambassadors than I think I could be for the relationship between our countries. Therefore, competent students are encouraged to apply for these scholarships this time around and I am confident that one year from now on we will have the chance to greet another four excellent new winners of HRH the Duke of York scholarships. With those words, I proudly launch the 2012 HRH the Prince Andrew Scholarships at the British University Vietnam.
Thank you all very
much."
3. Fields of study in 2013
The scholarship program for 2013 applies to the following courses, which are entirely taught at BUV:
- BA International Business Management
- BA Marketing
Management
- BA Accounting and Business
- BA Accounting and Finance
4. Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the
scholarship, all applicants must:
(a) Be a citizen of Vietnam and reside in Vietnam at the time of
application,
(b) At the time of application be not more than 30 years of age,
(c) Before being awarded the scholarship, have completed secondary school at
the time of application with a minimum of GPA in Year 12th of minimum 7.5
(d) Submit a personal statement, (please refer to the 6 questions in the
scholarship application form) by the stated closing date,
(e) Meet the English language entry requirements of the applied programme of
study,
(f) Not hold any other scholarships.
5. English Requirements
There are no requirements for evidence of English ability at the time of application, however the language in use in the application and both interview rounds will be English. Hence it is recommended that applicants should have a minimum English achievement level equivalent to an IELTS score of 5.0
6. Selection Criteria
A Scholarship Panel will select candidates based on an assessment of the following factors:
- Academic results
- Volunteer/Community work experience
- Relevance of proposed study
- Need for financial support
- Potential contribution to the University
- Leadership potential
7. Selection Process and Timeline
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Step 1 |
Initial application launched (Round 1) |
02/01/2013 |
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Step 2 |
Submission of initial application form |
12/04/2013 |
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Step 3 |
Shortlisting by BUV Scholarship Panel |
12/04/2013-10/05/2013 |
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Step 4 |
Initial shortlisted candidates informed |
13/05/2013 |
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Step 5 |
Final submission date for fully completed application forms and supporting documents |
19/07/2013 |
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Step 6 |
Scholarship finalists announced |
02/08/2013 |
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Step 7 |
English test |
15/08/2013-23/08/2013 |
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Step 8 |
Interviews |
26/08/2013-06/09/2013 |
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Step 9 |
Winner Announcement |
06/09/2013 |
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Step 10 |
Award Ceremony |
21/09/2013 |
Step 1: Initial application launched
- Launch roadshows programmes at high schools in Hanoi for introducing HRH Prince Andrew Scholarship
- Introduce HRH Price Andrew Scholarship to public through media channels
- Applicants can register for the scholarship under various channels:
- At high schools (via Students Union or Vice- Principal)
- Online registration on BUV’s website (www.buv.edu.vn)
- At British University Vietnam, 193 Ba Trieu, Hanoi
Step 2: Submission of initial application form
Applicants submit the initial application form with scanned or hard copy of academic transcript year 10 & 11 and ID card.
Step 3:Shortlisting
A Scholarship Panel will be established at the British University Vietnam to approve a short-list of candidates.
Step 4: Inform shortlisted candidates
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email and post.
Step 5: Final submission date
Candidates need to submit their full application with academic transcript of year 12 and other supporting documents to complete the scholarship application package.
Step 6: Scholarship finalists announced
The finalists will be informed of detailed schedules and guidelines for next steps.
Step 7: English proficiency test
Applicants who are not available for this test or cannot be contacted will have their applications withdrawn unless they have submitted a valid IELTS certificate of minimum 6.0 with no individual sub-band below 5.5 with their application. If candidates do not live in Hanoi, arrangements to attend the test will be undertaken at the centres authorised by British University Vietnam closest to the candidates' place of residence.
Step 8: Final Interview
Only 20 successful candidates will be invited to attend a formal Interview with the Scholarship Interview Panel in Hanoi. Applicants who do not reside in Hanoi will need to travel to Hanoi for the final Interview. All agreed travel costs (flight/ train and bus ticket - economy class only) will be covered by the University.
Step 9 & 10: Announcement of Awards
All short-listed candidates will be informed of the final decision.
To receive the scholarship students will have to agree to the written offer and to the terms of scholarship.
8. General terms and conditions
- Awardees are eligible for the scholarships during the time that they are studying the 3-year course and Foundation is required. The withdrawal of a student at any time will lead to the scholarship being terminated;
- British University Vietnam will not refund any fees paid for courses which have been or are being studied by scholarship winners.
- This scholarship will cover tuition fee only, other charges are not included. The scholarship will be deducted from the annual tuition fee of the winners. Continuation of the award is subject to successful completion of all assessments;
- Should the applicant withdraw from the programme before satisfactory completion of the programme, he/she will have to comply with the Refund Policy laid down by the British University Vietnam;
- If a scholarship holder withdraws from the programme of study, the University reserves the right to obtain full reimbursement of the tuition fees, and any other fees and allowances that have been incurred. These must be repaid to University within three months of withdrawal.
9. Application Form
Download the Scholarship Application Form here
Supporting documents required for your full application by 19/07/2013
Certified copies of the following supporting documents are required. Originals in Vietnamese are NOT required to be translated into English. Applicants are required to submit one set of supporting documents with their application.
- A complete scholarship application form
- Copy of National Identification card (notarized)
- Copy of High school graduate diploma or relevant qualification (notarized)
- Academic transcript with full 12th year transcripts (notarized)
- IELTS certificate (if available)
- Evidence of disability (if relevant) or need for financial support (if relevant)
- 2 passport sized photos (must be 2 copies of the same photo taken within the last 6 months)
Where and when to submit your applications
Application submission deadline: 19/07/2013
Emailed or faxed applications will not be considered. All applications with all supporting documents must be hand-delivered or sent via post to:
HRH The Prince Andrew, Duke of York, Scholarship Programme
British University
Vietnam
Level 2 – Hanoi City Campus
193 Ba Trieu, Hanoi, Vietnam
Tel: +84 4 39 747 596 / +84 4 39 740 740 - Hotline: +84 936 304 968
Fax: +84 4 39 747 593
Email:
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