Northumbria University is committed to widening participation and fair access, which is an integral part of its approach to student recruitment, and instrumental in its aim to attract motivated students regardless of background.
The University is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Aziz Foundation to provide Masters scholarships to students who are actively engaged in British Muslim communities. Established in 2015, the Aziz Foundation is a family charity inspired by the values and teaching of Islam to support the most disadvantaged communities in Britain. In partnership with Northumbria University, it is offering 100% tuition fee Masters scholarships to Muslims lacking the financial means to complete a post graduate degree.
Dr Zain Sardar, Programme Manager at the Aziz Foundation said “We are delighted to partner with Northumbria University – a forward looking inclusive institution that is taking the necessary steps to diversify its student cohorts at the post graduate level. We are certainly impressed by the range of initiatives and interventions run by the University in support of marginalised students.”
Sue Vout, Trust and Foundation Manager at Northumbria University added “It is a pleasure to work with the Aziz Foundation to support up to nine British Muslim students each year, with the aim of empowering them to pursue their educational goals, progress in their career and make a meaningful contribution to their community, and society.”
For more information about the programme, contact sue.vout@northumbria.ac.uk. Applications are made directly to the Aziz Foundation, with applications opening in the New Year.
