See further details. The Scheme was set up by an Act of Parliament as a practical expression of the British people's appreciation of the aid given by the United States under the Marshall Plan. The awards are open to United States citizens under 26 years old who are graduates of US universities, to undertake study in any subject leading to a degree at a UK university. Awards are made on a competitive basis and are for two years in the first instance, renewable for a third year in certain circumstances. Up to 40 new awards are made each year.
Preference is given to subjects, in economics, social and technical areas.
These schemes are not usually advertised, as candidates are nominated by their own government. Details available in the UK from the Department for International Development. Students from China Applicants should enquire about the Sino-British Friendship Scholarship Scheme by contacting the Cultural Section of the British Embassy or the British Council. Students from Japan Applicants should enquire about the Daiwa Education Foundation from the Educational Counselling Service, the British Council. Students from Hong Kong Applicants should enquire about Hong Kong scholarships from the Hong Kong Management Association.