University of Groningen 2023-2024 Talent Grants for Master’s in Theology & Religious Studies

The University of Groningen is offering the Talent Grants for one-year Master’s programme in Theology & Religious Studies. To be eligible for this grants, you must have gained admission into the university of Groningen with one of the programmes listed below in the course.

• About University of Groningen
• University of Groningen Masters Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Groningen Masters Scholarship
• University of Groningen Masters Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for University of Groningen Masters Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Groningen Masters Scholarship
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Groningen

Since its foundation in 1614, the University of Groningen has established an international reputation as a dynamic and innovative research university offering high-quality teaching and research. Its 31,000 students are encouraged to develop their own individual talents through challenging study and career paths, under the guidance of the university’s 5,600 staff members. The University of Groningen is an international center of knowledge: it belongs to the best research universities in Europe and is currently in the top 100 of several influential world ranking lists.... read more

University of Groningen Masters Scholarship

• Type Postgraduate
• OrganisationUniversity of Groningen
• Country to study Netherlands
• School to study University of Groningen
• Course to study View courses
• State of Origin
• Gender Men and Women
• Application Deadline March 1, 2023

Aim and Benefits of University of Groningen Masters Scholarship

The grant is € 5.000,- and is awarded for a 1 year Master’s degree programme in Theology and Religious Studies

University of Groningen Masters Scholarship Courses

• Theology and Religious Studies

Requirements for University of Groningen Masters Scholarship Qualification

 The Talent Grant is financed by the Faculty of Theology and Religious Studies. The scholarship is aimed at international students from OUTSIDE the European Economic Area (EEA) who want to do their Master’s in Theology and Religious Studies. The EEA consists of the EU countries and Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway.

Students from countries outside the EU/EEA who have been admitted to one of the tracks of the Master’s programme in Theology & Religious Studies:

1. MA Religion and Pluralism: Ancient & Modern;
2. MA Religion, Conflict and Globalization;
3. MA Religion and Cultural Heritage;
4. MA Religion, Health and Wellbeing.

Candidates should:

1. Hold a non-EU/EEA passport and will not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans (" Studiefinanciering ")
2. Have obtained conditional admission to one of the MA tracks in Theology and Religious Studies;
3. H ave excellent academic performance and grades during their bachelor/ undergraduate studies;
4. Not have already obtained a master’s degree from an educational institution in the Netherlands;
5. Have excellent English language proficiency, in accordance with the admission requirements of the program;
6. Be available for the whole period of the programme and be able to take part in the entire programme;
7. Confirm in writing their agreement with the Grant when awarded with the Talent Grant.

Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Groningen Masters Scholarship

A selection committee will review the applications. Students are selected on the basis of academic merit (i.e. results obtained in study programme, academic paper, overall evaluation of previous education etc.) and of the candidates' motivational statements. Decisions as to eligibility for awarding a scholarship are made in March (for the September intake). Applicants will be informed ultimately on 15 May.

Documents Required for Application

1. Copy of your University of Groningen (conditional) admission letter to the MA Theology and Religious Studies programme from the Admission Board;
2. Recommendation letter by a PhD or Professor from your current/last degree programme;
3. Transcript of Records from your current/last degree programme;
4. Letter of motivation (in Word) of a maximum of 500 words, in which you indicate why you believe you should be considered for this grant;
5. Curriculum Vitae.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

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