Fully funded

Dr Hettie Elgood Scholarship

SOAS University of London, United Kingdom

Scholarship overview

Alumni Gretchen Welch and Ida Chow set up the Dr Hettie Elgood Scholarship in 2018 to honour Dr Hettie Elgood MBE, founder and director emerita of the SOAS-Alphawood Asian Art Programme. It is funded by alumni donations.

It covers full tuition for the in-person SOAS-Alphawood Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art plus a living-cost allowance in term time. It is open to anyone worldwide who cannot afford the course without a full scholarship and stipend.

Award Information

  • Hold an offer (conditional or unconditional) for the SOAS-Alphawood Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art.
  • 2:1 or above, equivalent non-UK qualification, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Personal statement on why you want the programme and how the scholarship would help.
  • Separate statement of financial need.
  • International students must meet SOAS English language requirements by 17 July 2026.
  • One scholarship for 2026/27 (28 September 2026 to 4 August 2027).
  • Full tuition fees for the in-person pathway.
  • Allowance for living costs during term time.
  • Cannot be held with another major scholarship; in-person study in London only (no online modules).
  • Deadline: 11:59pm BST on Sunday 24 May 2026.
  • Outcome by 31 June 2026 as published.
  • Programme application recommended by Sunday 10 May.
  1. Apply for the Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art and obtain an offer.
  2. Submit the online scholarship application form.
  3. Attach a recent academic essay (at least 1,000 words) or equivalent professional writing; only the first 1,000 words may be reviewed.
  4. Provide two references; referees may email [email protected] by the deadline.

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Documents you will need

  • Academic or professional writing sample of about 1,000 words.
  • Two references (academic preferred, one professional acceptable).
  • Personal statement and statement of financial need.

How selection works

  • Advisory Panel of three SOAS staff.
  • Considers degree results, references, experience, statements and writing sample.
  • Awarded on academic potential, financial need and impact on development.
  • Continuation depends on satisfactory attendance and contribution; full-time commitment expected.

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