International music graduates can apply for the Jean Kennoway Howells Scholarship 2026–2027, offering significant funding for a master’s degree at the University of Edinburgh’s Reid School of Music. This scholarship supports one exceptional student starting a full-time taught master’s programme in that academic year.
Application Deadline:
6 April 2026 at 23:59 UK time
(Note that applicants will be notified of the outcome by the end of June 2026.)
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Tell Me About The Award:
The Jean Kennoway Howells Scholarship is a prestigious funding opportunity at the University of Edinburgh’s Reid School of Music. It supports one outstanding student beginning a full-time taught master’s programme in music in the 2026–2027 academic year.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Postgraduate taught master’s programmes in Music offered by the Reid School of Music.
Type:
- Merit-based scholarship | Postgraduate taught | Partial funding.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be new applicants to a full-time taught master’s programme in music.
- Hold or expect to achieve a UK First-Class or 2:1 Honours undergraduate degree (or international equivalent).
- Demonstrate strong academic merit and potential.
- Submit a complete master’s admission application before the deadline.
- Note: Cannot be held alongside any other University of Edinburgh or Edinburgh College of Art scholarship funding.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Selection is based on academic merit and potential.
- Applicants must also submit a personal statement explaining:
- Why they are applying for the scholarship.
- How the scholarship will benefit their studies.
- How previous study/professional experience prepared them for the programme.
- How they will contribute to citizenship and community engagement within ECA.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All countries worldwide.
Where will the Award be Taken?
- University of Edinburgh, Reid School of Music, United Kingdom.
How Many Awards?
- One scholarship available.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- £15,000 total award for one academic year.
- Automatically deducted from tuition fees.
- Remaining balance applied toward living expenses.
- Awardees are expected to actively participate in the postgraduate music community.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- One academic year (2026–2027).
How to Apply:
- Apply for admission to a full-time taught master’s programme in music at the Reid School of Music.
- Wait for system checks (up to 5 working days).
- Access the scholarship application form via MyEd (EUCLID portal).
- Complete and submit the scholarship application before 6 April 2026.
- Include a strong personal statement addressing the required points.
