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Application Reference: 73920481-DEF-2026

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Applicant Summary Awaiting Documents & Payment
Candidate Name Md. Takbir Ahmmed Himu
Application Reference 73920481-DEF-2026
CAS Reference X4T217856930
Programme MSc Defence AI & Cyber Security
Sponsoring Authority Bangladesh Navy / AFD
Clearance Required
ATAS Clearance SC Vetting: Pending

Submission deadline: Your documents and payment must be completed by 29 April 2026. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

1. Mandatory Documentation

Upload all three documents before proceeding to payment. Accepted formats: PDF, DOCX. Maximum file size: 5MB per document.

A 1–2 page academic statement outlining your study intent, research focus, and future career goals within the Bangladesh Navy.
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Required for Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) clearance via the FCDO. Must describe your proposed research scope in 150–300 words. Refer to ATAS guidance at GOV.UK ATAS guidance.
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A formal letter from your sponsoring authority (Bangladesh Navy / AFD) confirming your deputation, Government Order (GO) reference, and Note Verbale from the Ministry of Defence.
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2. Credibility Questionnaire

Important: Your responses will be reviewed by the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Credibility Interview team and the Cranfield Admissions Board. Answer all questions fully and accurately. Incomplete or inconsistent responses may result in application refusal.

Group A — Course Selection & Intent

Refer to specific UK strengths, bilateral defence relationships, or programme-specific factors. Maximum 400 words. Maximum 400 words
Consider the unique military-academic environment, MOD affiliation, and programme structure. Maximum 400 words. Maximum 400 words
Refer to the official programme specification. Maximum 300 words. Maximum 300 words
Provide the name of the sponsoring authority, the relevant Government Order (GO) reference, and the disbursement mechanism. Maximum 200 words. Maximum 200 words

Group B — Technical Background & Personal Circumstances

Maximum 400 words. Maximum 400 words
Reference your current role, identified capability gaps, and the strategic rationale documented in your deputation order. Maximum 400 words. Maximum 400 words
State the names and relationships of any dependants. If accompanying, confirm financial provision for their stay. Maximum 200 words. Maximum 200 words
Describe your planned return to Bangladesh, your expected redeployment role, and your timeline. Maximum 300 words. Maximum 300 words

Group C — Security, ATAS Compliance & Future Intent

Reference specific technical applications or strategic capability improvements within the naval or defence context. Maximum 400 words. Maximum 400 words
Reference the relevant military code of conduct, your deputation terms, and any applicable bilateral agreements. Maximum 300 words. Maximum 300 words
Refer to the terms of your deputation order, your obligations to the sponsoring authority, and your leave conditions. Maximum 300 words. Maximum 300 words
Include your current rank, unit designation, and the projected post-degree deployment. Maximum 400 words. Maximum 400 words

3. Fee Summary & Sponsorship

Payment notice: Your tuition, health surcharge, and visa application fee are covered in full by your official sponsoring authority (Bangladesh Navy / AFD). Only the mandatory administrative processing contribution of £87.00 is payable directly by the applicant.

Description Amount (GBP)
Tuition Fee — MSc Defence AI & Cyber Security (1 year, full-time) £31,500.00
Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) — 1 year £776.00
Student Visa Application Fee (UKVI standard rate) £558.00
Sponsorship Coverage — Bangladesh Navy / AFD (GO Ref: BN/AFD/2026/114) − £32,834.00
Administrative Processing Contribution (applicant-payable) £87.00
Net Amount Due for Payment £87.00

What happens next

  1. Your uploaded documents will be reviewed by the Cranfield Admissions team within 5 working days.
  2. Upon document verification, your ATAS application will be submitted to the FCDO on your behalf. Processing typically takes 20–30 working days.

4. Payment

Total amount due £87.00
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