Tehran University of
Medical Sciences (TUMS) has announced scholarships for international students to pursue studies
in medical fields. These scholarships are available for all those students who
are seeking undergraduate or graduate degree as well
as fellowship positions in Iran. Applications
are evaluated on the basis of prior knowledge, experience and
publication in the desired field of study. Applications are submitted online
till March 30, 2013.
Study
Subject(s): Undergraduate
scholarships are awarded in: Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy.
Graduate scholarships are awarded in: Nutrition, Advanced Technologies in
Medicine, Traditional Medicine, Rehabilitation, Pharmacy, Nursing and
Midwifery, Medicine, Health Management in Information Sciences, Public Health,
Dentistry, Allied Health Sciences(one of eleven schools of TUMS).
Course
Level: This scholarship is open to all men and women
seeking undergraduate or graduate degree as well as fellowship positions.
Scholarship
Provider: Tehran University of Medical Sciences (TUMS)
Scholarship can
be taken at: Iran
Eligibility:
To be
eligible to apply for a scholarship, an applicant must meet the following
general criteria. They must:
-Be non Iranian citizens
-Be over 18 years old
-Have completed and obtained high school diploma (for undergraduate studies)
-Have completed and obtained a post high school or university diploma (for
graduate studies)
-Be able to communicate in English.
Scholarship
Open for International Students: International students can apply for this
scholarship.
Scholarship
Description: In
winter 2011 TUMS scholarship fund was created. TUMS is committed to identify
and support the best students and researchers in medical fields. The objective
of the scholarships is to support outstanding International students so that
they can:Be trained to conduct research that is internationally
competitive; Develop a capacity for original independent
research; Start and complete their education in a medical related
field; Be exposed to Iranian research expertise.
Undergraduate Studies Scholarships are awarded to provide financial support to
applicants of undergraduate studies in Medicine, Dentistry, and Pharmacy.
These scholarships are designed to encourage young students’ fresh out of high
school to pursue their studies in the above mentioned three fields. In
this context, particularly recent high school graduates are encouraged to
apply.
Graduate Studies Scholarships: These are awarded to provide financial support
to applicants of graduate studies in one of eleven schools of TUMS. These
scholarships are designed to encourage outstanding students, to continue their
studies in levels of MSc, PhD, Sub specialty Fellowship, and
Specialty. In addition to the requirements in awarding these scholarships,
attention will be paid to previous qualifications and experience. Particular
weight will be given to prior knowledge, experience, and publication in the
desired field of study. The assessment process will be undertaken by a panel
experienced in the mentioned field of study.
What does it
cover? This
Scholarship provides:
-Free furnished accommodations (two – or three- bedroom apartments furnished
with TV, Sofa, kitchen with basic appliances, microwave oven, refrigerator, and
washing machine)
-Free utilities
-Free Wi-Fi connection at your dormitories
-Unlimited use of Library and computer labs (based on their hours of
operations)
-Partial meal plan
-Free first transport from Tehran to international student dormitories
-Free Persian/ Farsi classes.
Selection
Criteria: For
selection inspite of requirements, attention will also be paid to previous
qualifications and experience. Particular weight will be given to prior
knowledge, experience, and publication in the desired field of study. The
assessment process will be undertaken by a panel experienced in the mentioned
field of study.
How to
Apply: All
applications must be submitted electronically using TUMS online application
form.
Scholarship
Application Deadline: Applications
for 2013-2014 scholarships will be closed on March 30, 2013.
