Nuffield International Scholarships

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR 2024!

To be awarded a 2024 scholarship, an application/interview process is held in 2023 and the scholarship commences in 2024.
Each scholarship bursary is valued at US $25,000

TO BE ELIGIBLE, YOU MUST BE:

An individual who makes a living from agriculture, either as a primary producer or working in the industry.
Typically between 25 and 45 years of age, but exceptional candidates outside that age range will be considered.
Seeking to develop capacity and experience through travel and exploration.
Living and working in countries where Nuffield International scholarships are available: Argentina, Chile, Germany, Japan, Kenya, Poland, USA and Zimbabwe.

APPLICATION DATES:20 July 2023: Applications open

7 October 2023: Applications close
19-31 October 2023: Scholarship interviews, either face-to-face or via video link
14 November 2023: 2023 Scholars announced

All Scholars will begin their scholarship in 2024.

COMPULSORY DATES:

9-17 March 2024: Contemporary Scholars Conference, in Brazil
Between April 2024 and October 2024: Global Focus Program (GFP) group tours of 5 weeks duration
March 2024 - February 2025: Individual research component of 7 weeks
Early-2025: Final written report submitted

SCHOLARSHIP OVERVIEW:

Successful candidates must:

Speak fluent English.
Review and sign a contract outlining the obligations of both parties.
Participate in pre-travel activities with scholars/management (webinars/virtual meetings).
Identify an industry mentor and commit to submitting quarterly reports sharing insight on progress, activities, and travel throughout the scholarship.
Attend the 2024 Nuffield International Contemporary Scholars Conference (CSC).
Participate in a 5-week 2024 Global Focus Program (GFP) travel experience.
Complete a minimum of 7-weeks of self-organised travel focusing on the personal research topic. Up to two weeks can include research in your home country, subject to approval of a proposed itinerary. A spouse/partner is able to travel with you at their own cost.
Submit a 10,000-word culminating report by early-2025, outlining your study topic, travels, research, and findings.
Present your scholarship outcomes and report findings at a key industry meeting in your home country.

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