Geddes Scholarship For Town Planning & Architecture
Provided by Geddes
About this Scholarship
The Geddes Scholarship For Town Planning & Architecture is offered by the Sanskriti Foundation to encourage young scholars and professionals to explore and advance the urban planning principles of Sir Patrick Geddes. The scholarship supports original research and field studies aimed at applying Geddesian concepts to contemporary urban challenges in India.
By supporting innovative research projects focused on city renewal, diagnostic survey techniques, and conservative surgery, the scholarship empowers researchers and practitioners to develop sustainable, community-centric urban planning solutions for Indian cities and neighborhoods.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Open only to Indian Nationals.
- Age Limit: Must be in the age group of 20 to 30 years.
- Academic/Professional Background: Must be a student of planning and architecture at the graduate, postgraduate, or research level from a recognized university or institution, or a young practicing professional.
- Application Format: Applicants can apply as an individual or through collaborative work by a group of individuals.
How to Apply
<ol><li>Prepare a two-page CV including full postal address, telephone contact details, and email ID.</li><li>Include the names and contact addresses or telephone numbers of two referees.</li><li>Draft a 1,500-word research proposal focused on a specific city, section, or mohalla. The proposal must not merely compile reports, but must contain a well-researched plan of action (including field visits and archival material) that exposes the methodology of diagnostic survey and conservative surgery as a visible strategic option for urban renewal in India. Priority is given to proposals tracing and advancing Patrick Geddes’ ideas and work.</li><li>Attach a bibliography of reports and websites browsed to accompany the proposal.</li><li>Submit the application via email to fellowships(at)sanskritifoundation.org with the subject line 'Sanskriti – Geddes Scholarship', or send it by post to the head office address with 'Sanskriti – Geddes Scholarship' clearly written on the envelope.</li></ol>
Scholarship at a glance
| Award amount | Rs. 45,000 |
|---|---|
| Study level | Postgraduate |
| Type | Private |
| Provider | Geddes |
Common questions
How much is the Geddes Scholarship For Town Planning & Architecture?
The Geddes Scholarship For Town Planning & Architecture offers Rs. 45,000, awarded by Geddes.
Who is eligible for the Geddes Scholarship For Town Planning & Architecture?
To apply you need to meet these conditions: Nationality: Open only to Indian Nationals. Age Limit: Must be in the age group of 20 to 30 years. Academic/Professional Background: Must be a student of planning and architecture at the graduate, postgraduate, or research level from a recognized university or institution, or a young practicing professional. Application Format: Applicants can apply as an individual or through collaborative work by a group of individuals.
How do I apply for the Geddes Scholarship For Town Planning & Architecture?
Apply in 5 steps: Prepare a two-page CV including full postal address, telephone contact details, and email ID.; Include the names and contact addresses or telephone numbers of two referees.; Draft a 1,500-word research proposal focused on a specific city, section, or mohalla. The proposal must not merely compile reports, but must contain a well-researched plan of action (including field visits and archival material) that exposes the methodology of diagnostic survey and conservative surgery as a visible strategic option for urban renewal in India. Priority is given to proposals tracing and advancing Patrick Geddes’ ideas and work.; Attach a bibliography of reports and websites browsed to accompany the proposal.; Submit the application via email to fellowships(at)sanskritifoundation.org with the subject line 'Sanskriti – Geddes Scholarship', or send it by post to the head office address with 'Sanskriti – Geddes Scholarship' clearly written on the envelope..
Which students can apply for the Geddes Scholarship For Town Planning & Architecture?
This scholarship is open to postgraduate students and is run by Geddes.
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- Deadline
- 28 Jul 2019
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- Award
- $18,000
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