Student Scholarship Fund

Scholarship Application

Please answer all required questions and upload the requested proof of qualifications. All information should be completed as accurately as possible.
SECTION A — PERSONAL DETAILS
1. Full Name (as on Passport)

First NameLast Name
2. Date of Birth

MonthDayYear
Date
3. Age
4. Gender
5. Phone number
Enter Phone Number
6. Email Address
example@example.com
7. Home Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
8. Postcode
9. Are you currently living in the Keighley or Bradford area?
10. If not Keighley/Bradford, do you have a strong connection to Keighley or Bradford (family/study/work/community involvement)?
If yes, please explain
SECTION B — ID & TRAVEL READINESS
11. Do you currently have a valid passport?
12. Passport nationality
13. Passport expiry date

MonthDayYear
14. Are you able to travel abroad for the duration of your programme (1 year normally)?
15. Have you ever been refused a visa for any country?
If yes, please provide details
16. Do you have any current legal restrictions preventing travel?
If yes, please explain
SECTION C — EDUCATION & ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
17. Highest level of formal education completed
18. Current employment / study status
19. Please provide your GCSE results (or equivalent)
20. Please provide your A-Level results (or equivalent)
21a. University name
21b. Degree
21c. Classification / Grade achieved
21d. Year completed (or expected)
22. Proof of qualifications (GCSE certificates, A-Level certificates, University transcript/degree certificate if applicable)

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23. Do you have any previous Islamic studies/Arabic studies background?
If yes, please list what you have studied (teachers, institutes, books, programmes, years)
24. Current Arabic level
25. Have you studied Arabic grammar (nahw/sarf)?
If yes, please briefly explain
26. Do you currently attend any regular class or programme?
If yes, where and what do you study?
27. Academic strength statement: Please explain why you believe you are academically strong and suited for intensive study abroad (e.g., consistency, reading ability, discipline, memorisation, past results)
SECTION D — STUDY PLAN
28. Preferred start date/academic year
29. What is your goal for the year of study? (Example: conversational Arabic, reading classical texts, preparation for alimiyyah, dawah, community service, etc.)
30. Do you intend to pursue further studies after the year (advanced studies)?
If yes, please outline your plan
SECTION E — PERSONAL STATEMENT
31. Why are you applying to the Abu Zahra Foundation ("AZF") Student Scholarship Fund?
32. How will your studies benefit the UK Muslim community (especially Keighley or Bradford area)?
SECTION F — ZAKAT ELIGIBILITY / FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Important: The "AZF" Scholarship Fund can only support Zakat-eligible students. It is your responsibility to declare and understand that you are Zakat-eligble from an Islamic perspective.
33. Do you believe you are currently eligible to receive Zakat?
34. Your current situation (select all that apply)
35. Approximate monthly income (after tax)
36. Approximate savings available (all accounts combined)
37. Do you have major financial dependents (e.g., spouse/children/parents you support)?
If yes, please briefly explain
38. Are your parents/guardian able to fully fund your study abroad?
39. Please explain your financial hardship and why you require scholarship support
SECTION G — HEALTH, SAFETY & EMERGENCY CONTACT
40. Do you have any medical condition that "AZF" should be aware of for welfare purposes? ("AZF" will treat this information confidentially.)
If yes, please explain briefly
41. Emergency Contact Name
42. Relationship to you
43. Emergency Contact Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
SECTION H — REFERENCES (TWO REQUIRED)

You must provide two references (preferably an imam, teacher, employer, or community leader).
Reference #1
Name
Role / Organisation
Phone / Email
How long have they known you?
Reference #2
Name
Role / Organisation
Phone / Email
How long have they known you?
SECTION I — DECLARATIONS & AGREEMENTS

Please tick to confirm:
I confirm that all information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that if I provide false or misleading information, my application may be rejected or my scholarship may be withdrawn.
I understand that the scholarship is normally for one year, and any extension beyond one year is only granted in select cases at the discretion of the "AZF".
I understand that the scholarship will usually be paid to me as a term-based grant (2–3 payments per year).
I understand that the term-based grant is intended to support living and study expenses, and I am responsible for using it appropriately.
I understand and accept that "AZF" will not purchase or arrange travel insurance or any other insurance, and any insurance I wish to obtain is my responsibility.
I understand that overseas study involves personal risk (including illness, injury, travel disruption, and other unforeseen events) and I accept personal responsibility for travelling and studying abroad.
I consent for "AZF" to contact my referees and to verify information provided for the purpose of scholarship assessment.
I consent for "AZF" to store and use my personal information for scholarship administration in accordance with UK data protection laws.
SECTION J — SUBMISSION
63. Signature (typed name is acceptable)
64. Date

MonthDayYear
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Scholarship Application

SECTION A — PERSONAL DETAILS

SECTION B — ID & TRAVEL READINESS

SECTION C — EDUCATION & ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

SECTION D — STUDY PLAN

SECTION E — PERSONAL STATEMENT

SECTION F — ZAKAT ELIGIBILITY / FINANCIAL INFORMATION

SECTION G — HEALTH, SAFETY & EMERGENCY CONTACT

SECTION H — REFERENCES (TWO REQUIRED)

Reference #1

Reference #2

SECTION I — DECLARATIONS & AGREEMENTS

SECTION J — SUBMISSION