Bournemouth University has officially opened its Academic Excellence Scholarship (International) for 2026 intakes, delivering a substantial tuition price discount without the need for a separate application. This is exciting news for high-achieving international graduates hoping to study in the UK. If you match the academic requirements, this grant might immediately lower your study expenses if you want to start in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027.
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When is the Application Deadline:
There is no separate application deadline. Eligible students are automatically considered once they receive an offer and enrol.
Applicable for courses starting in January 2026, September 2026, and January 2027.
⚠️ Scholarships cannot be deferred.
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Tell Me About The Award:
The Academic Excellence Scholarship (International) at Bournemouth University is a merit-based tuition fee reduction designed to recognise outstanding academic achievement among international postgraduate students. The scholarship rewards high-performing graduates by reducing tuition costs in their first year of study only.
Which Courses are Eligible?
- Full-time taught postgraduate courses delivered on campus
- Eligible structured postgraduate programmes
Included programmes:
- MSc Public Health
- MA Social Work
- MSc Physician Associate Studies
- MSc Nutrition & Behaviour
Type:
Merit-Based Academic Scholarship (Postgraduate)
Who Can Apply?
You are eligible if you:
- Are an international (overseas fee-paying) applicant
- Have achieved a minimum Upper Second Class (2:1) or First-Class Honours degree, or an equivalent qualification (based on country-specific grading)
- Are enrolling in an eligible on-campus postgraduate programme
Who is Not Eligible?
- Postgraduate Diploma programmes
- Distance learning or online courses
- Student-driven or part-time courses
- Certain professional development and PG Diploma courses taught by the Faculty of Health & Social Sciences
- Applicants receiving another academic scholarship (Sports or Music scholarships are allowed)
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All countries (international applicants only)
Where will the Award be Taken?
Bournemouth University, United Kingdom
How Many Awards Are Available?
Unlimited
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- £4,500 tuition fee reduction
- Applied directly to tuition fees
- Awarded in the first year only
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based purely on academic merit. Eligible students are assessed automatically using their academic transcripts and country-specific equivalency tables.
How to Apply?
Do I Need to Apply Separately?
❌ No
You will be automatically considered if you meet the eligibility criteria.
If eligible but not confirmed at enrolment, students may contact AskBU for review.
Important Notes:
- Scholarships are subject to funding availability
- Bournemouth University reserves the right to amend or withdraw scholarships at any time
- Qualification equivalency depends on official country grading standards
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
Academic Excellence Scholarship (International) – Bournemouth University
