Scholarship 2024 at Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage for Foreign Students
Are you an aspiring student eager to pursue advanced studies in tourism and cultural heritage? The Silk Road International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage (SRIUTCH) in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, offers an excellent opportunity for international students through its Master’s Scholarships for the academic year 2024-2025. This scholarship aims to foster international academic partnerships and promote educational excellence on a global scale.
About the SRIUTCH University
SRIUTCH is committed to training highly qualified personnel in tourism and cultural heritage, particularly for the countries in the SCO region. It is the first state university in Uzbekistan where instruction is conducted entirely in English.
The university collaborates closely with leading institutions in Asia, Europe, and America, ensuring a global standard of education through its “Smart Campus,” equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including an educational and production complex with hotel rooms, a bar-restaurant, conference hall, sports hall, swimming pool, and an electronic library.
SRIUTCH Scholarship Benefits
The SRIUTCH scholarships offer several benefits, including:
- Tuition Fees: Full exemption from enrollment and tuition fees.
- Travel Grant: One-time economy class air tickets for annual visits to Uzbekistan.
- Monthly Stipend: $500 per month, plus $100 per month for accommodation expenses.
- Cultural Trips: Twice a year, trips to ancient cities of Uzbekistan, with an additional $100 for each travel period.
Eligible Countries
Applicants from the following countries are eligible: Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bulgaria, Egypt, France, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Indonesia, Iran, Pakistan, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kyrgyz Republic, Malaysia, Mongolia, North Macedonia, China, Qatar, India, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Korea, Spain, UAE, Ukraine.
Fields of Study
The university offers Master’s degree programs in:
- Tourism and hospitality
- Museum studies, conservation, restoration, and preservation of historical and cultural objects
- Logistics
- Management
- History and theory of architecture
- Archaeology
Eligibility and Required Documents
Applicants need to submit the following documents:
- Identity document (passport/identification card)
- Bachelor’s degree diploma
- Photo (3×4 cm)
- CV (including contact details)
- Language proficiency certificate (IELTS – 5.5, CEFR – B2, TOEFL iBT – 72 points)
- Essay (1-1.5 pages on plans after graduation and contribution to the development of tourism in SCO countries)
Submit electronic copies of these documents to the Admissions Committee here.
Application Process and Deadlines
- Application Submission: https://univ-silkroad.uz/ru/postupayushchim/inostrannym-abiturientam
- Online Interview: From August 10 to September 7, 2024. Check your email regularly for the invitation link.
- Additional Tests: If required, applicants will be notified via email.
- Results Announcement: From August 20 to September 9, 2024.
- Visa Preparation: From August 25, 2024. Enrollment begins on September 12, 2024.
Submission of Documents: Until September 5, 2024.
