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Based in Norwich’s rich literary heritage and prestigious status as a UNESCO City of Literature and building on UEA’s world-renowned reputation for excellence in Creative Writing, this Bursary reflects a shared commitment to creativity, community, and global collaboration.
This Bursary opportunity is a collaboration between the School of Literature, Drama and Creative Writing, the Norwich UNESCO City of Literature Vision Group and the National Centre for Writing, each as active partners in this research.
Applicants will be asked to explain how their proposed research aligns with one or more of the three priority areas identified for the Bursary:
Citizens of the Word – focussed on systemic, comparatively low literacy rates in Norwich and Norfolk (particularly for children and adults from economically disadvantaged backgrounds).
A Welcoming City - harnessing the power of reading and writing to foster empathy and understanding for people seeking sanctuary.
A World City – Building on Norwich’s international reputation as a literary powerhouse and exploring the role of place writing in cultural tourism
The successful candidate will be supported by UEA and NCW UNESCO to undertake one or more placements during their Period of Study. The placement/s is expected to be for a minimum duration of six weeks and maximum duration of three months. This may be undertaken over a single continuous period or divided into several smaller units of time.
The Bursary can be undertaken on either a full-time or part-time basis and is available only to a candidate who is eligible for UK home fee status.
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Institution-funded scholarships are exclusively backed by the institution itself. This implies that scholarship recipients need to secure acceptance for their studies at the said institution in order to qualify. It's essential to note that each scholarship comes with its own set of eligibility criteria and prerequisites. On the other hand, QS ImpACT Scholarships mark a collaborative effort between the ImpACT charity organization and QS. These scholarships present a unique advantage – they allow candidates to be considered regardless of the institution they choose for their studies, as long as they meet the appropriate study-level requirements. To delve deeper into the eligibility criteria associated with these scholarships, we invite you to explore the relevant scholarship details.
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
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Who evaluates my application and who will announce the winner?
Scholarships by institutions are managed by the school, university or collage offering the scholarship and the winner will also be announced by them. QS ImpACT Scholarships are managed by us here at QS and we’ll announce the winner.
University of East Anglia (UEA)
Norwich UNESCO City of Literature Creative Writing in the Community Bursary
All
Master’s
MBA
Executive MBA
Bachelor’s
PhD
Military
Other
Deadline:
2027-02-05
Value:
$ 15,018
No. of Recipients:
1
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QS ImpACT MBA Community Scholarship: 2025 winner
Maria-Madalina Ifrim is undertaking an MBA at the University of Mannheim’s Business School in Germany having won the $5,000 USD QS ImpACT MBA Community Scholarship.
Frequently Asked Questions
In a landmark partnership, the QS Scholarships platform merged with ImpACT charity organization in 2020, culminating in a synergy of resources that now manifests as QS ImpACT Scholarships.
Institution-funded scholarships are exclusively backed by the institution itself. This implies that scholarship recipients need to secure acceptance for their studies at the said institution in order to qualify. It's essential to note that each scholarship comes with its own set of eligibility criteria and prerequisites. On the other hand, QS ImpACT Scholarships mark a collaborative effort between the ImpACT charity organization and QS. These scholarships present a unique advantage – they allow candidates to be considered regardless of the institution they choose for their studies, as long as they meet the appropriate study-level requirements. To delve deeper into the eligibility criteria associated with these scholarships, we invite you to explore the relevant scholarship details.
Yes, you can apply for as many scholarships as you wish. Just make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application process for each.
Scholarships by institutions are managed by the school, university or collage offering the scholarship and the winner will also be announced by them. QS ImpACT Scholarships are managed by us here at QS and we’ll announce the winner.