About the opportunity
The University of Manchester offers the Global Futures Scholarship to support talented international students. For the 2027 academic entry, more than 350 partial merit-based scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate taught master’s students. To be eligible, applicants must reside in an approved country, hold an offer of admission for a full-time, on-campus course at the University of Manchester starting in September 2027, and submit a separate scholarship application form. Award levels, precise eligibility criteria, and application deadlines vary by region.
Funding and benefits
- More than 350 partial merit-based scholarships available
- Total funding pool of over £6 million across participating regions
Who can apply?
- Must be living in one of the eligible countries: Bangladesh, Botswana, Canada, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Taiwan (postgraduate taught master's only), Thailand, Türkiye, United Arab Emirates, United States, Vietnam, and Zimbabwe
- Must hold an offer of admission from the University of Manchester for a full-time, on-campus course starting in September 2027
Required documents
- University of Manchester study place offer letter
- Online scholarship application form
When to apply
- For courses starting in September 2027
- Specific application deadlines vary by region and country profile
How to apply
- Apply for and secure an offer of admission for a full-time, on-campus course at The University of Manchester starting in September 2027
- Receive an online scholarship application form via email as a relevant offer-holder
- Submit the online scholarship application form according to the specific regional deadlines
Additional information
- Applicants from Taiwan are eligible for postgraduate taught master's programs only
- For further information and region-specific guidelines, applicants can contact the International Office
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Prospective international undergraduate or postgraduate taught master's students meeting specific regional residency criteria
- High-achieving applicants with an academic offer for a full-time, on-campus program at Manchester starting in September 2027
- Students looking for partial financial assistance to help offset the costs of studying in the United Kingdom
What should you think carefully about?
- These are partial merit-based scholarships rather than fully-funded awards, requiring students to secure alternative sources of funding for remaining tuition and living expenses
- Eligibility is strictly restricted to residents of a specified list of countries
- Applicants must already hold an offer of study before they can apply for the scholarship
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This scholarship helps international students bridge the funding gap for a full-time degree at a prominent UK institution. It serves as a valuable partial subsidy for individuals aiming to gain international academic credentials and build global career networks, though recipients must carefully plan to cover the remaining cost of attendance.
Our take
International applicants who hold an offer for a full-time, on-campus program at The University of Manchester and reside in an eligible country should apply for this scholarship to offset their studies. Because awards are partial and deadlines vary by region, candidates must verify country-specific criteria and ensure they have alternative financial plans.
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