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Non-UK EU nationals who have spent the previous three years in the UK undertaking undergraduate study will now meet the residency requirements for full postgraduate studentship support. Previously residence for the purpose of full time education was excluded by the eligibility criteria.
This change follows a European Court of Justice ruling on a case brought by a French national. In making this change the RCUK is basing its approach on the changes already announced by the Department for Education and Skills (DfES).
Full details can be found in the letter (linked below) that RCUK has issued to all Administrative Authorities of Higher Education Institutions in the UK and Research Council Establishments.
View the letter