University of Edinburgh Surgery Online Scholarships
University of Edinburgh · All India
Amount
£4,560 (approx. ₹6.8 Lakh+)
Deadline
31 Oct
Status
Open now
Provider Type
University
Last Verified
2026-27
About the Program
Comprehensive guide for University of Edinburgh Surgery Online Scholarships. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.
Benefits & Financial Support
£4,560 (approx. ₹6.8 Lakh+)
The scholarship covers full tuition fees for the MSc in Surgical Sciences (Online Learning) program. This is approximately £4,560 (583,680 INR) for Year 1 and £5,320 (680,960 INR) for Years 2 and 3, based on 2026-2027 tuition fees and an exchange rate of 1 GBP = 128 INR as of July 2026. It also includes a contribution towards internet access costs.
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Nationality/Residency:Applicants must be a national and current resident of a country listed as low-income or lower-middle-income by the World Bank for the entirety of their studies.
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Academic Offer:Must have received at least a conditional offer of admission to the MSc in Surgical Sciences (Online Learning) program at the University of Edinburgh.
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Degree:Must hold an accredited medical degree (MBChB or equivalent).
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Professional Status:Should not have yet achieved Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS or equivalent) before starting the program. However, applicants who have passed MRCS Part A but not yet Part B will be considered.
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Clinical Environment:Must be in a supervised clinical environment for the duration of the studies (e.g., Junior Doctor position, CT1, CT2, etc.).
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English Language Proficiency:Must demonstrate strong English language proficiency.
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Commitment:Must show commitment to improving healthcare outcomes in their home country, with clear career goals and an explanation of the program's impact on professional development and patient care.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
- Education level: Masters
- Course / stream: Masters
- Income limit: No income bar
- Category: General, OBC, SC, ST
- Domicile: All India
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- —Completed scholarship application form
- —Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- —Proof of English language proficiency
- —Personal statement covering career goals and program impact
- —Details of current employment and role
- —Letter of Support from a local Educational/Training Supervisor or Director
- —Admission offer letter for MSc Surgical Sciences
Selection Process
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Scholarships are awarded competitively based on academic merit and the strength of the applicant's personal statement
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Preference may be given to applicants who hold an unconditional offer by the scholarship deadline.
Renewal Policy
The scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic progress throughout the program.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Apply for Admission
Apply for admission to the MSc Surgical Sciences (Online Learning) program at the University of Edinburgh and obtain at least a conditional offer.
- 2Gather Documents
Prepare all required documents, including your academic records, personal statement, and letter of support.
- 3Access Application System
Once you have a University User Number (UUN) (provided with your admission offer), access the EUCLID online scholarship application form via MyEd, the university's online information hub.
- 4Complete Scholarship Form
Complete the online scholarship application form.
- 5Submit Letter of Support
Provide a Letter of Support from your local Educational/Training Supervisor or Director by emailing it to eso.scholarships@ed.ac.uk before the deadline.
- 6Submit Application
Submit your complete scholarship application through the official website before the closing date.
- 7Await Notification
All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their scholarship application by the end of August 2026.
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Official Last Date & Timelines
31 October 2026
The application deadline for the University of Edinburgh Surgery Online Global Scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year is 23:59 (UK Time) on Friday, May 29, 2026. Applicants must have at least a conditional offer for the MSc Surgical Sciences program to be considered.
Dates are subject to change per the provider's official notification. Apply well before the closing date.
Common Questions (FAQs)
What does the Edinburgh Surgery Online Global Scholarship cover?
This scholarship covers the full tuition fees for the MSc in Surgical Sciences (Online Learning) program and provides a contribution towards internet access costs. It does not cover living expenses, as it is an online learning program.
Am I eligible if I have already passed some parts of the MRCS examination?
Applicants who have already passed MRCS Part A but have yet to sit the MRCS Part B will be considered for admission and the scholarship. However, you should not have achieved full MRCS (or equivalent) before starting the program.
What is the deadline for the 2026/2027 scholarship application?
The application deadline for the Edinburgh Surgery Online Global Scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year is 23:59 (UK Time) on Friday, 29th May 2026.
How will I be notified of the scholarship outcome?
All applicants will be notified of the result of their scholarship application by the end of August 2026.
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