Fully funded

Ortigia Scholarship

SOAS University of London, United Kingdom

Scholarship overview

The Ortigia Scholarship 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 applicants who are first in their family to attend university or who live in a country of conflict, extreme challenge or adversity.

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.
  • First in family to attend university, or resident in a country of conflict, extreme challenge or adversity.
  • Supporting statement (maximum two pages) on motivation, impact and how you meet the criteria.
  • International students must meet 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.
  • 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 writing.
  4. Provide two references; referees may email [email protected] by the deadline.

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Documents you will need

  • Writing sample of about 1,000 words.
  • Two references.
  • Supporting statement of up to two pages.

How selection works

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

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