The Scottish Government is offering five scholarships to students from India for full-time postgraduate study at any of Scotland’s universities or higher education institutions during the academic year 2008-09.  The scholarships are available for taught Masters courses in science, technology, the creative industries, and financial services.

The award covers the tuition fees, return economy airfare and living allowance of each student. 

Applicants must be aged between 25 and 35 years, and must already hold an offer for a place on a postgraduate-level Masters course from an institution in Scotland.

The scholarships are supported and funded by the Scottish Government’s Fresh Talent initiative, which aims to encourage bright and hard-working individuals, who will have the opportunity to live and work in Scotland for up to two years after their studies.

The closing date for applications is March 14. For details, visit  www.scotlandscholarship.com.