The UCL Global Master’s Scholarship aims to enable and encourage international students from lower income backgrounds to pursue full-time Master’s degree studies at UCL.
When is the Application Deadline:
5 p.m. BST, Thursday, 7 May 2026
Tell Me About the Award:
The UCL Global Master’s Scholarship 2026 supports talented international students from low-income backgrounds who wish to pursue a full-time Master’s degree at University College London (UCL). The scholarship underscores UCL’s commitment to inclusivity, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder access to world-class education.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
All full-time postgraduate taught programmes at UCL.
Type:
Master’s (Postgraduate Taught)
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Hold overseas fee status.
- Come from a low-income background (as defined by UCL’s household income criteria).
- Have submitted a complete admission application, including references, for a full-time Master’s degree at UCL for the 2026/27 session.
Note: Distance-learning programs are not eligible. Applicants must attend classes in person in London.
How Are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on financial need, assessed by the UCL Student Funding Office.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted in mid-May 2026 to provide financial evidence.
- Successful applicants will be informed by late June 2026.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All countries outside the UK.
Where Will the Award be Taken?
University College London (UCL), United Kingdom
How Many Awards?
Up to 85 scholarships will be awarded for the 2026/27 academic year, including:
- 5 scholarships reserved for students from India
- 1 scholarship reserved for a student from Japan under the Musubi Global Master’s Scholarship scheme
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- A £15,000 award for one academic year.
- The scholarship amount will first go toward tuition fees, with any remaining funds disbursed in three equal instalments for living expenses.
- If the Master’s program runs for two years, the award will be split equally across both years.
- May be held alongside other scholarships, depending on the total funding amount.
How Long Will the Award Last?
One year (or split equally across two years for eligible two-year programs).
How to Apply:
Apply via the International Master’s Awards page on the UCL website. Applicants must complete their UCL admission application before applying for the scholarship.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
UCL Global Master’s Scholarship – Official Page
