Master’s Excellence Scholarships in Physical Sciences & Engineering, Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, Biomedical & Life Sciences: We are pleased to announce that the Taught Master’s Excellence Scholarship Scheme for 2016/17 entry has been confirmed. This scholarship package will give high-calibre students the opportunity to study at a world-leading, research-intensive university and help ease the associated financial burdens.”

Research degrees are focused on independent study. Unlike taught students, you’ll work with your supervisor to identify your study needs. Some research degrees include taught elements that focus on research conduct or in depth knowledge required for your project.

We are committed to invest up to a total of £500,000 in this high value competitive scholarship scheme to support UK and EU students who are planning to start an eligible master’s programme in September 2016. The scholarships are each worth a minimum of £3,000 and will be awarded in the form of a tuition fee discount. Scholarships will be awarded based on academic excellence.

Application procedure: How to apply and Deadlines – 

There are two deadlines after which scholarship decisions will be made: 6 April and 27 July 2016.

Value and programmes

Eligible programmes include taught full-time and part-time taught programmes leading to a master’s. Not included are our distance learning programmes and taught programmes leading to a postgraduate certificate, postgraduate diploma, MPhil and MRes.

College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Scholarship value: £3,000

College of Biomedical & Life Sciences,

Scholarship value: £3,000

College of Physical Sciences & Engineering

Scholarship value: 50% of tuition fees (excluding tuition fees for placements).

  • Architecture,
  • Chemistry,
  • Computer Science and Informatics,
  • Earth and Ocean Sciences,
  • Engineering,
  • Mathematics,
  • Physics and Astronomy,

For full details, please read our FAQ, eligibility criteria and application guidance documents.

Applications will open in January, and will be available through the SIMS Online Applicant Portal.