Denys Holland Scholarship: Eligibility Criteria, Application Procedure and Objective | Admissify

Keep your dream of studying Abroad from getting a break due to finances. In the UK, all international students can earn a Denys Holland Scholarship, which is available for all three years of course during the undergraduate degree. Whereas, the scholarship allows you to get a worth of £9,000 per year for three years. 

Furthermore, this scholarship is offered in the memory of Professor Denys Holland and is given based on the financial needs of a student. At the same time, students will be required to perform extracurricular activities to get the benefits of the scholarship. In this article, we will discuss how international students can apply for a Denys Holland Scholarship along with the benefits of getting the scholarship.

Key highlights of the Denys Holland Scholarship

As a student, you must know everything about the scholarship that could help you to get the benefits of the scholarship. The key highlights of the Denys Holland Scholarship are as follows:

Parameters	Details
Level of Study:	Undergraduate
Institution(s):	University College London
Study in:	UK
Opportunity Focus Areas:	Architecture, construction and planning Arts and SciencesBiological and Life Sciences Business and Management Studies Computer Sciences Economics, Politics and Social Sciences Education Engineering English and Comparative Literature Historical and Philosophical studies Languages and Cultural Studies Law Mathematics and statistics Medicine and Allied Subjects Physical Sciences Psychology and Language Sciences
Program Period:	Three years
Deadline:	July, 2024
Scholarship Coverage	the scholarship is worth £9,000 per year for three years

What is the aim behind the Denys Holland Scholarship?

The objective of the Denys Holland Scholarship is to assist undergraduate students from any nation who, without the scholarship, would not have been able to afford to attend UCL and who can show that they intend to fully participate in the activities offered by the university and the student union.

This scholarship can be used in conjunction with other grants, bursaries, awards, or scholarships as long as the total annual support for all of them doesn’t go above the cost of fees plus an appropriate amount for maintenance in any given year (as decided by UCL).

What are the eligibility criteria for the Denys Holland Scholarship?

Students must fulfil the eligibility criteria requirement for getting a Denys Holland Scholarship. The basic eligibility criteria are as follows:

1. Language requirements

As a student, you must fulfil the language requirements, which is that every student who is studying in the UK must have a scorecard of the English language proficiency tests. This shows how proficient you are in the English language.

2. Countries eligible

All around the world are Eligible for this scholarship. However, all the students must meet the other eligibility criteria requirements to get the grants from this scholarship.

3. Student of a UCL

The student must have a valid UCL student number which allows you to get a scholarship grant.

4. UCAS Application Number

You must have a valid UCAS Application Number (not a UCAS Registration Number). This is the most essential thing otherwise, your scholarship grant might not be given.

5. Graduation full-time degree

The most important thing for the benefits of the scholarship is that you must have admission to UCL for full-time undergraduate study commencing in September 2024, in any department.

6. You must have financial problems 

The scholarship grants are given to students who need financial help. However, you need more funds to be given financial aid under the scholarship benefit.

7. Demonstration of the skills

be able to prove that they have a wide range of interests and that they want to actively participate in and enhance university life

8. Age requirements

ideally under 25 years old when they start their studies.

Conclusion

The Denys Holland Scholarship is a UK-based scholarship for international students, covering £9,000 per year for three years. It’s offered in memory of Professor Denys Holland, aiming to help students who cannot secure funding for University College London without the scholarship. Eligibility criteria include language proficiency, country eligibility, UCL student number, UCAS application number, full-time undergraduate degree, financial problems, broad interests, and age requirement.

FAQs

What are the criteria for the Holland Scholarship?

The Holland Scholarship is for non-EU students applying for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s program in the Netherlands. You need good grades and a strong motivation letter.

Does UCL give full scholarships to international students?

Yes, UCL offers full scholarships to international students based on academic merit, financial need, or specific program criteria.

How to apply for a UCL scholarship?

First, get admission to a UCL program. Then, check the scholarship details on UCL’s website and apply through the given portal.

What is the Netherlands non-EU scholarship?

This scholarship helps non-EU students with tuition fees and living costs for studying in the Netherlands, promoting international diversity in Dutch universities.



Gaurav Kandari is a seasoned study abroad consultant with over 5 years of experience, specializing in guiding students to the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia. An avid traveler, he draws on his global adventures to enrich his consulting, providing invaluable insights to aspiring scholars.