Scholarships
There are many sources of funding for postgraduate law studies at Oxford.
Law Faculty awards (for study at any college)
The 3 Verulam Buildings Scholarship: Through the generosity of commercial chambers 3 Verulam Buildings , this scholarship is awarded annually to students embarking on the BCL, MJur or one year research degree (including one year of the DPhil). Available to UK , EU, and overseas students alike. This scholarship is for students with an interest in proceeding to the bar. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
We are delighted to announce that 3 Verulam Buildings of Gray's Inn in London has generously funded an annual graduate law scholarship at Oxford. The scholarship, worth £10,000 annually, will be given for a student to undertake either the BCL/MJur, MSc Law & Finance one-year taught course or one of our Research Degrees. Available to Home/EU and non-EU students.
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
Re-admission from BCL, MJur, or MSc to PRS and MPhil/MSt to DPhil:
Please tick and type Law Faculty in the funding section of the pre-populated readmission form (OSS Student Self Service) Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
Current Law postgraduates (PRS/DPhil): Please submit funding application form, two references to support your funding application and a 2,000 word statement of the proposed research. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application) the chambers scholarships application form
Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL
NB
Complete applications for current Law students must be lodged before the Law Faculty Office closes on Friday, 20 January 2012
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
The Essex Court Chambers Scholarship: through the generosity of Essex Court Chambers this scholarship is awarded annually to students embarking on the BCL. Available to UK, EU, and overseas students alike. This scholarship is for students with an interest in proceeding to the bar. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
We are delighted to announce that leading commercial set Essex Court Chambers has generously funded an annual graduate law scholarship at Oxford. The scholarship, worth £10,000 annually, will be given for a student to undertake the BCL.
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
NB
Deadline for applications is Friday 20 January 2012
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
The Fountain Court Chambers Scholarship: Through the generosity of Fountain Court Chambers, this scholarship is awarded annually to students embarking on the BCL, MJur or one year research degree (including one year of the DPhil). Available to UK, EU, and overseas students alike. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
We are delighted to announce that Fountain Court Chambers in London has generously funded an annual graduate law scholarship at Oxford. The scholarship, worth £10,000 annually, will be given for a student to undertake either the BCL/MJur, MSc Law & Finance one-year taught course or one of our Research Degrees Available to Home/EU and non-EU students.
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
Re-admission from BCL, MJur, or MSc to PRS and MPhil/MSt to DPhil:
Please tick and type Law Faculty in the funding section of the pre-populated readmission form (OSS Student Self Service) Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
Current Law postgraduates: Please submit funding application form, two references to support your funding application and a 2,000 word statement of the proposed research. Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
NB
Complete applications for current Law students must be lodged before the Law Faculty Office closes on Friday, 20 January 2012
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Prospective applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
November 2011
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer Scholarships: awarded annually to students embarking on the BCL, MJur or one year research degree (including final year of DPhil). Administered by the Faculty and available to UK and EU students only.
Through the generosity of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, the Law Board is able to offer five one-year scholarships for the year 2012-2013. Each of these scholarships will be worth £5,000. Available to Home/EU students.
The five Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer Scholarships are one-year scholarships available to those awarded a place on BCL, MJur, MSc Law & Finance or one of our Research Degrees..
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box.
Re-admission from BCL, MJur, or MSc to PRS and MPhil/MSt to DPhil:
Please tick and type Law Faculty in the funding section of the pre-populated readmission form (OSS Student Self Service)
Current Law postgraduates (PRS/DPhil): Please submit funding application form, two references to support your funding application and a 2,000 word statement of the proposed research. Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL
NB
Complete applications for current law students must be lodged before the Law Faculty Office closes on Friday, 20 January 2012.
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
November 2011
Graduate Assistance Fund Awards: available annually to assist meritorious students to achieve the level of funding necessary to embark on their chosen course or to complete a graduate degree. Available UK, EU, and overseas students alike.
The Law Faculty will be offering awards up to £10,000 to candidates, who have been accepted to a graduate degree in the law faculty or who are currently on course. The aim is to provide assistance for those who have been unable to obtain full funding from other sources.
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box.
Re-admission from BCL, MJur, or MSc to PRS and MPhil/MSt to DPhil:
Please tick and type Law Faculty in the funding section of the pre-populated readmission form (OSS Student Self Service)
Current Law postgraduates (PRS/DPhil): Please submit funding application form, two references to support your funding application and a 2,000 word statement of the proposed research. Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL
NB
Complete applications for current Law students must be lodged before the Law Faculty Office closes on Friday, 20 January 2012.
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
Linklaters Scholarship: Through the generosity of Linklaters LLP, the Law Board is able to offer a one-year scholarship available to all students (whether Home, EU or non-EU) studying for the BCL or MJur. Administered by the Faculty
Through the generosity of Linklaters LLP, the Law Board is able to offer a one-year scholarship for the year 2012-2013. This scholarship will be worth £15,000 and will be available to all students (whether Home, EU or non-EU) studying for the BCL
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box.
NB
Deadline for applications is Friday, 20 January 2012.
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Prospective applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
November 2011
Paul Hastings Scholarship: We are delighted to announce that Paul Hastings has generously funded an annual graduate law scholarship at Oxford to support an outstanding and financially deserving postgraduate law student. The scholarship, worth £10,000 annually, will be given for a student to undertake either the BCL/MJur, MSc Law & Finance one-year taught course or one of our Research Degrees and the selection process will take account of demonstrated financial need, with a particular interest in students from diverse backgrounds.
We are delighted to announce that Paul Hastings has generously funded an annual graduate law scholarship at Oxford. The scholarship, worth £10,000 annually, will be given for a student to undertake either the BCL/MJur, MSc Law & Finance one-year taught course or one of our Research Degrees Available to Home/EU and non-EU students.
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box.
Re-admission from BCL, MJur, or MSc to PRS and MPhil/MSt to DPhil:
Please tick and type Law Faculty in the funding section of the pre-populated readmission form (OSS Student Self Service)
Current Law postgraduates: Please submit funding application form, two references to support your funding application and a 2,000 word statement of the proposed research. Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL
NB
Complete applications for current Law students must be lodged before the Law Faculty Office closes on Friday, 20 January 2012.
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Prospective applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
November 2011
The Peter Birks memorial scholarship: Through the generosity of alumni and of the friends of Peter Birks, this scholarship is awarded annually to students embarking on the BCL, MJur or one year research degree (including final year of DPhil). Available to UK, EU, and overseas students alike.
Through the generosity of alumni and of the friends of Peter Birks, the Law Board is able to offer a one-year scholarship in memory of Peter Birks for the year 2012-13. The scholarship, which will be worth £5,000 is available to home, EU, and non-EU students who have been awarded a place on the BCL,MJur, MSc Law & Finance or one of our Research Degrees
Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box.
Re-admission from BCL, MJur, or MSc to PRS and MPhil/MSt to DPhil:
Please tick and type Law Faculty in the funding section of the pre-populated readmission form (OSS Student Self Service)
Current Law postgraduates (PRS/DPhil): Please submit funding application form, two references to support your funding application and a 2,000 word statement of the proposed research. Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL
NB
Complete applications for current Law students must be lodged before the Law Faculty Office closes on Friday, 20 January 2012.
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application by the of April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
November 2011
The Pump Court Tax Chambers Scholarship: Through the generosity of Pump Court Tax Chambers, this scholarship is awarded annually to students embarking on the BCL or MJur. Available to UK , EU, and overseas students alike. This scholarship is for students with an interest in proceeding to the bar. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form
Through the generosity of Pump Court Tax Chambers, this scholarship is awarded annually to students embarking on the BCL or MJur. Available to UK , EU, and overseas students alike. We are delighted to announce that Pump Court Tax Chambers in London has generously funded an annual graduate law scholarship at Oxford. The scholarship, worth £10,000 annually, will be given for a student to undertake the BCL/MJur. Available to Home/EU and non-EU students.. In awarding this scholarship the selectors will take into account not only the high academic achievement or potential of the candidate and the question of financial means, but also the candidate's interest in studying tax law and in pursuing a career in tax at the English Bar.
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box. Applicants should also complete and submit (either with your application or to the Faculty) the chambers scholarships application form attached add link to form
NB
Deadline for applications is Friday 20 January 2012
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
November 2011
The Roy Goode Scholarship: available annually to new or continuing graduate research students. Administered by the Faculty and available to UK, EU, and overseas students alike.
The Roy Goode scholarship
Through the generosity of Professor Roy Goode, the Law Board is able to award an annual award of £1,000. Available to Home/EU and non-EU students
The Roy Goode Scholarship: available to those awarded a place on one of the Law Faculty's research degree programmes and to Law graduate research students already on course.
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box.
Re-admission from BCL, MJur, or MSc to PRS and MPhil/MSt to DPhil:
Please tick and type Law Faculty in the funding section of the pre-populated readmission form (OSS Student Self Service)
Current Law postgraduates (PRS/DPhil) Please submit funding application form, two references to support your funding application and a 2,000 word statement of the proposed research. Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL
NB
Complete applications for current Law students must be lodged before the Law Faculty Office closes on Friday, 20 January 2012.
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
The South Square Scholarship: through the generosity of South Square, this scholarship is awarded annually to students embarking on the BCL. Available to UK, EU, and overseas students alike who have an interest in proceeding to the bar in England and Wales.
We are delighted to announce that South Square, a business, financial and commercial law set with a pre-eminent reputation in insolvency and reconstruction law, has generously funded an annual graduate law scholarship at Oxford. The scholarship, worth £10,000 annually, will be given for a student to undertake the BCL. Candidates will have an interest in proceeding to the bar in England and Wales and preference will be given to those with an interest in specialising in South Square’s core practice areas.
How to Apply:
Applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box.
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
November 2011
Winter Williams Studentship: awarded annually to new or continuing graduate students in the Law Faculty, for up to three years. Administered by the Faculty and available to UK, EU, and overseas students alike.
The Winter Williams Studentship in Law (currently £7,500) is awarded annually to a candidate for any one of the Law Faculty's graduate degrees.
Applications are invited each year from those applying for admission to one of the Faculty's graduate degrees programmes and from graduate Law students already on course. Open to EU and non-EU Students.
How to Apply:
New applicants should tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box.
Re-admission from BCL, MJur, or MSc to PRS and MPhil/MSt to DPhil:
Please tick and type Law Faculty in the funding section of the pre-populated readmission form (OSS Student Self Service)
Current Law postgraduates (PRS/DPhil): Please submit funding application form, two references to support your funding application and a 2,000 word statement of the proposed research. Applications should be made to Geraldine Malloy, Graduate Studies Officer, Law Faculty, St Cross Building, Oxford, OX1 3UL
NB
Complete applications for current Law students must be lodged before the Law Faculty Office closes on Friday, 20 January 2012.
Applicants must notify Geraldine Malloy of the subsequent results of any outstanding funding competitions, when they are known. Successful candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application in April 2012. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to contact unsuccessful applicants individually or provide feedback on their applications.
Applicants are asked to note that for Faculty scholarships (but not college or university awards, for which separate applications must be made), you will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible).
Prospective applicants
To apply for any of the awards shown above, please tick the Departmental Studentship Applications sections on Page 6 (on-line application) of the graduate admissions form and type Law Faculty in the Advertised reference code box for on-line and in the Funding Source for the paper form.
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You will be considered for all the awards for which you are eligible.
Current students
See how to apply for funding (on intranet)
Further funding for studying for a career at the Bar
Eldon Law Scholarship is a two year scholarship awarded annually to students undertaking the Bar Professional Training Course prior to entering pupillage in preparation for a career at the Bar.
The Board of the Faculty of Law announces that the Eldon Law Scholarship, value not less than £7,000 per annum, is awarded annually to be held for up to two years.
Candidates must be members of the University of Oxford who:
(a) have passed their examination in any Second Public Examination, or for the Degree of Bachelor of Civil Law or for the Degree of Magister Juris; and
(b) have either been placed in the First Class or been awarded a distinction in one or other of these examinations or in Honour Moderations (N.B. Law is not an Honour Moderations subject) or have gained one of the Chancellor’s Prizes; and
(c) intend to follow the profession of the Law; and
(d) are applying for the Eldon scholarship either before, or within two years next following, the date of their call to the Bar.
Candidates will be required to sign a declaration that they intend to practise at the Bar in the United Kingdom.
Until they have been called to the Bar, Scholars must produce proof that they have regularly kept their terms, unless prevented by illness, at one of the Inns of Court.
In general the policy of the awarding committee is to give preference to a candidate who has completed his or her Oxford education, and will, at the date of the interview, be undertaking the vocational stage of training prior to entry into pupillage.
Applications, accompanied by a curriculum vitae, must be sent to the Secretary to the Eldon Committee (on a form obtainable from her – e-mail caroline.norris@law.ox.ac.uk), Law Faculty Office, St. Cross Building, St. Cross Road, Oxford OX1 3UL, not later than Friday 21 October 2011, in a sealed envelope marked “Eldon Scholarship Application”.
The Eldon Law Scholarship Committee will summon those candidates they wish to interview to Oxford on Saturday 21 January 2012.
You can download a Word format version of this notice and a history of the Scholarship, including a list of former Eldon Scholars.
Awards for international students
MSt International Human Rights Law Scholarships for African students: The Commonwealth Scholarship Fund and the Foreign and Commonwealth Chevening Scholarship Fund provide scholarships for African human rights advocates to study for the MSt International Human Rights Law. [More detail]
Melbourne
BCL Scholarship: an annual scholarship providing £5,000 or more for a Melbourne University Law graduate for the BCL. The scholarship is made possible by the generous gift of Allan Myers AO QC. Additional Myers Scholarships for Melbourne graduates may be awarded for the BCL or for other graduate programmes in Law at Oxford. Application for the Melbourne BCL Scholarship should be made to Melbourne Law School.
No separate application is required for a Myers Scholarship; candidates who
have graduated from the University of Melbourne Law School will automatically
be considered on the basis of their application.
Magister Juris Scholarships for CUPL students: Through the generosity of The David and Jayne Paterson Educational Trust, two scholarships are available to students applying for the Magister Juris who, by the start of the course, will have graduated from the China University of Political Science and Law. [More detail]
We are very pleased to announce that through the generosity of the David and Jayne Paterson Educational Trust, two scholarships, of £7,500 each, will be available to Magister Juris students who are also graduates of China University of Political Science and Law (or will be graduates of that institution by the time they start the Magister Juris). In order to be considered for these scholarships, candidates do not need to do anything other than apply for admission to the Magister Juris by the normal deadline (21 January 2011); those accepted will then be considered automatically and will be notified in early to mid April.
Chinese law student scholarships: Through the generosity of Stephen Leonard, a scholarship is available to Chinese students accepted for the Magister Juris at Oxford University. The scholarship will be worth 50,000 Rmb and preference will be given to a Ren Min student who has been accepted for the course in question. [More detail]
If there is no suitable Ren Min student, it will be made available to law students from other mainland universities. The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of financial need with a preference for students accepted to study at St Edmund Hall. In order to be considered for these scholarships, candidates do not need to do anything other than apply for admission to the Magister Juris by the normal deadline (21 January 2011); those accepted will then be considered automatically and will be notified in early to mid April.
LEANZ scholarship for New Zealand MLF student: The Law and Economics Association of New Zealand seeks applicants for one or more scholarships for study overseas commencing after 1 July 2012.. [More detail]
Further funding information for international students
College awards specific to law postgraduates
Balliol College: one or two Gregory Kulkes Scholarship in Law lasting for two years (and renewable for a third). Application procedure...
Exeter College:
The Bodh Raj Sawhny Memorial Scholarship is available each year to a top Indian student reading for the BCL. The closing date for consideration for this scholarship is 21 March 2012. Further details...
The Dr Mrs Ambriti Salve Scholarship is a full Scholarship linked to a University Clarendon Award (full fees) for a student from India wishing to study for a BCL, with a possible second year's funding if the holder then goes on to an M Phil. Further details...
Christ Church: one Myers Scholarship to cover University and College fee liability up to £13,750, awarded for one year to an Australian graduate student. Preference is given to law students. Further details...
Linacre College: The Ruth and Nevill Mott Scholarship is available to a student reading or intending to read for a graduate Law degree who is liable to pay fees. Further details...
Lincoln College:
The Supperstone Law Scholarship is available to an incoming BCL or MJur student intending to focus his or her BCL/MJur studies on public law subjects. Further details...
The Kenneth Sewards-Shaw Scholarship is available to incoming graduate students in four subjects including law. Further details...
Merton College:
The Barnett Bequest provides funding for any of the Faculty’s graduate law degrees and is open to UK students only. Applicants should apply to Oxford University in the normal way, naming Merton College as their first choice college Further details...
The Barton Scholarship provides funding for the BCL and is open to students of all nationalities. Applicants should apply to Oxford University in the normal way, naming Merton College as their first choice college. Further details...
The Merton Lawyers’ BCL Scholarship jointly with the Law Faculty provides funding for the BCL and is open to students of all nationalities. Applicants should apply to Oxford University in the normal way, naming Merton College as their first choice college. Further details...
St Anne's College: two BCL/MJur Law Scholarships. The scholarships are open to graduates of any university. Applicants should apply to Oxford University in the normal way, naming St Anne's College as their first choice college. Further details...
St Cross College invites applications for an MPhil Scholarship from students who will begin studying at the University of Oxford in the academic year 2012-2013 for an MPhil degree in any Humanities or Social Science discipline (including Law). Applicants must list St Cross College as their first choice college on their Graduate Admissions application in order to be eligible to apply for this Scholarship.
** PLEASE NOTE THAT FOR THE MPHIL IN LAW THIS SCHOLARSHIP WILL ONLY BE TENABLE FOR ONE ACADEMIC YEAR **
Further details...
St. John’s College: Daniel Slifkin Scholarship. The scholarship is available to a student embarking on the BCL or MJur at St. John’s College. The scholarship is open to a law graduate of any University. It will cover full University fees (at either the Home/EU or Overseas student rate as applicable), College fees and maintenance of the Scholar in the sum of £13,290. There is no separate application procedure: applicants should apply to Oxford University in the normal way, naming St. John’s College as their preferred College and indicating on the application form that they wish to be considered for a Departmental Studentship (as described in relation to Law Faculty Scholarships above). Such an applicant will be considered first for the Daniel Slifkin Scholarship and, if not successful in this respect, for any relevant Law Faculty Scholarship. Selection for the Daniel Slifkin Scholarship will be made on the basis of academic excellence, although preference may be given to an applicant who has not previously undertaken graduate studies in law. Further details...
Trinity College: Michael and Judith Beloff Scholarship. £6,500 for 1 year. For a student studying for a BCL degree at Trinity College, with preference to someone intending to practise at the Bar of England and Wales. No separate application is required. Selection will be made on the basis of academic excellence. Application procedure: contact the college's Academic Administrator
University College: one Centre for Ethics and Philosophy of Law Studentship awarded annually to those embarking on a one-year research degree, or entering the final year of a DPhil. Only those working on topics in the philosophy of law are eligible. The award is made on the recommendation of the Law Faculty. Candidates applying for Law Faculty Awards listed above are automatically considered. There is no separate application procedure.
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Wadham College: Peter Carter Scholarship in Law
The scholarship is available to a graduate student embarking on the BCL, MJur or MSc in Law & Finance at Wadham College. The scholarship is open to a law graduate of any University. The value of the scholarship is £10,000, to be used to cover University fees, College fees and/or maintenance of the Scholar during their period of study (one year). This scholarship is made available through the generosity of the PBC Trust, and the Faculty of Law, to commemorate the contributions over many years of the late Peter Carter QC to the Law Faculty and to Wadham.
There is no separate application procedure: applicants should apply to Oxford University in the normal way, naming Wadham College as their first choice College and indicating on the application form that they wish to be considered for a Departmental Studentship (as described in relation to Law Faculty Scholarships above). Such an applicant will be considered first for the Peter Carter Scholarship in Law and, if not successful in this respect, for any other relevant Law Faculty Scholarship. Selection for the Peter Carter Scholarship in Law will be made on the basis of academic excellence. Further details...
The Donner Gotleib Scholarship provides funding for a Canadian citizen applying for the BCL or MJur. Further details...
There are also many college awards that are not law-specific. Start your search here ...
Other sources of funding
Graduate students in law are also eligible for various competitive scholarships and awards administered by the University and by external bodies. Some of the main ones ...
Arendt & Medernach Scholarship: Arendt & Medernach is the largest Law firm in Luxembourg and offers scholarships for graduates of French, Belgian, German or Luxembourg Universities who wish to practice in Arendt and Medernach after completing the MJuris. . Further details
Arts and Humanities Research Council Awards: the main source of public funding for postgraduate study in the humanities, including law. Extends to taught programmes as well as research degrees. UK-resident students are eligible for full (fees plus maintenance) awards. Other EU-resident students are eligible for fees-only awards. Available to new or continuing graduate students. Apply by completing the funding sections of the graduate admissions form. As part of the admissions process, the Law Faculty will decide which applicants to nominate to the University for an AHRC award. Guidance notes
The Oxford University Centre for Business Taxation offers studentships for those undertaking research degrees leading eventually to a doctorate in the field of taxation. [More detail]
Studentships
The Centre for Business Taxation is offering up to three studentships for study towards a DPhil at the University of Oxford, commencing in 2012. These studentships are available to students undertaking research related to business taxation, broadly defined, and may be based in any relevant discipline including economics, law, management, or political science.
The level of Studentship offered may vary, but the maximum award covers University and College fees, as well as a maintenance grant equivalent to the level provided to ESRC studentships linked to research grants, which is currently £13,590 per annum (subject to confirmation).
Application procedure
a) Candidates should complete an application form, available below, and return it to the Centre Manager by the closing date, 20 January 2012.
b) All candidates must apply separately for a place on a relevant DPhil programme at the University of Oxford. Candidates should check carefully the closing date for their particular programme.
Informal enquiries can be made to the Centre Director, Professor Michael Devereux, at michael.devereux@sbs.ox.ac.uk. The Centre Manager, Anne‐Marie McBrien, can be contacted on anne‐marie.mcbrien@sbs.ox.ac.uk.
Please note that applicants must still submit a DPhil application to their desired University department in order to be considered for the DPhil Programme via the normal admissions process. Applicants who wish to be considered for this award need to state their interest in the 'Scholarships' section of the degree application form as well as sending in the Centre's specific application form. Please note that these applications must be submitted by the deadline set out by the Department to which you are applying
Clarendon Scholarships: an Oxford University funding programme open to new graduate students in any subject who are liable to pay tuition fees at the overseas rate. Extends to taught programmes as well as research degrees. Apply by completing the funding sections of the graduate admissions form. As part of the admissions process, the Law Faculty will decide which applicants to nominate to the University for a Clarendon Bursary.
Commonwealth Scholarships: awards to cover the full duration of an approved postgraduate programme, awarded to Commonwealth citizens and (some) Commonwealth permanent residents by the Association of Commonwealth Universities. Application procedure ...
Rhodes Scholarships: two-year scholarships (renewable for a third year) available to applicants to Oxford from a number of countries around the world.
UK Foundation for International Uniform Law Scholarship: worth £5,000 per annum, to be held by an existing doctoral student (with suitable research interests). The student is encouraged to spend a period of study at the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) in Rome, or at some comparable research institute abroad. (This is restricted to those students already holding DPhil status) • More details and application form
There are many other possibilities to consider. For more information visit the Graduate Studies Prospectus funding index or read about funding for international students
