UCL Gatsby Bridging Scholarship for International Students 2025

The Gatsby Bridging Programme is a mathematics summer school for undergraduates and Master’s students (incl. recent graduates) who aspire to pursue a postgraduate research degree in Theoretical Neuroscience and/or Machine Learning but whose predoctoral degree(s) do not have a strong mathematical focus. During the programme, you will develop mathematical intuitions and learn the mathematics skills necessary to enter these fields.

The UCL Gatsby Bridging Summer School 2025 is a fully funded summer program designed for students interested in pursuing postgraduate research in Theoretical Neuroscience and Machine Learning but whose academic background lacks strong mathematical training. The program provides intensive mathematics instruction to help participants develop the necessary skills for these fields.

• Table of Content
• About University College London
• Gatsby Bridging Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Gatsby Bridging Scholarship
• Requirements for Gatsby Bridging Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Gatsby Bridging Scholarship
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Gatsby Bridging Scholarship

Application Deadline	07 Feb 2025
Country to study	United Kingdom
School to study	University College London
Type	Undergraduate
Sponsor	University College London
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Gatsby Bridging Scholarship

The UCL Gatsby Bridging Summer School covers:

• Accommodation
• Breakfast & Dinner
• Travel Expenses (to and from London)
• 6-Month UK Standard Visitor Visa Fee
• No Program Fees

Requirements for Gatsby Bridging Scholarship Qualification

• Penultimate- or final-year undergraduate students and Master’s students (including recent graduates)
• Students whose degrees do not provide strong mathematical training
• Candidates from underrepresented groups in STEM are especially encouraged to apply

Interview date, Process and Venue for Gatsby Bridging Scholarship

Selection is based on:

• Interest in postgraduate research in theoretical neuroscience and/or machine learning
• Educational background (must lack advanced mathematics training)
• Academic excellence and potential
• A-level (or equivalent) mathematics knowledge
• English proficiency
• Commitment to full-time participation in the program

Documents Required for Application

1. Complete the official application form (accessible via the provided link).
2. Submit required documents:
   • Degree Transcripts
   • CV or Resume
   • Letter of Motivation
3. Review the list of application questions before starting, as progress cannot be saved.
4. Submit your application before the deadline.

Application Deadline

February 7, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to University College London on forms.office.com to apply

For more details,visit UCL website