If you are considering studying in the UK or if you represent an organisation or business, which is interested in The Ratiu Foundation and the opportunities it offers, you can find out more on http://www.ratiufamilyfoundation.com The site gives details about who is eligible for scholarships and how to apply. You can download the application form directly from the web, fill it in and send it by post. The Ratiu Scholarships, funded by The Ratiu Foundation, are awarded to Romanian students to study a wide range of subjects in the UK. The scholarships enable talented postgraduates and young professionals to become familiar with the UK and gain skills, which will benefit Romania. The Ratiu Foundation offers 50 new annual scholarships principally for postgraduate, summer school and other short term courses including academic research. The Ratiu Foundation also offers annual seed funding for innovative projects, principally in Romania, which foster Romanian arts and civilisation, heritage, civil society, democracy, and environmental protection.

Application procedure

In writing to the Trustees of the Foundation for the attention of Mr Nicolae Ratiu, Chairman (mail@ratiufamilyfoundation.com).

Next deadline for applications

1 September 2008