Inspiring Excellence Postgraduate Scholarships in UK for Master

  •  Master
  •  29-May-2026
  •   United Kingdom
  • $$  £5,000 or £10,000 tuition fee discount

Durham University proudly announces the Inspiring Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship for international students starting their master’s studies in September 2026. This award, worth up to £10,000, supports outstanding students who demonstrate academic excellence and the potential to make a global impact.

You must be an international student applying for a one-year, full-time taught master’s course (MSc, MA, LLM, or MDS) starting in September 2026 at Durham University. You should be self-funded, meet the course entry requirements, and not already have another scholarship or funding.

Founded in 1832, Durham University is one of the oldest universities in England and is located in Durham, North East England. It is a prestigious public research university and a member of the UK’s Russell Group, which signifies research excellence. Durham operates a collegiate system with 17 colleges providing accommodation and support, while academic teaching and research are conducted by the university’s departments.

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Inspiring Excellence Postgraduate Scholarships in UK for Master Founded in 1832, Durham University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Durham (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), North East England. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Queen's Campus, Stockton-On-Tees. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Durham University (DU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Durham University (DU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to all international (overseas fee-paying) students.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for one-year, full-time, in-person taught MSc, MA, LLM, or MDS programmes. (MBA, MSW, and MA in Theology and Ministry are excluded.)
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
  • Apply for an eligible postgraduate taught programme starting in September 2026 at Durham University.

  • Be classified as an overseas student for tuition fee purposes.

  • Be self-funded and not in receipt of other scholarships or financial awards from Durham or external institutions.

  • Meet or exceed the academic entry requirements for their chosen programme.

  • Complete and submit the Inspiring Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship Application Form.

Offered Benefits

  • Inspiring Excellence £5K: £5,000 tuition fee discount

  • Inspiring Excellence £10K: £10,000 tuition fee discount

  • The award is applied directly as a tuition fee waiver (non-transferable and non-deferrable).

  • Awardees will have the opportunity to participate in Durham’s academic and promotional activities, enhancing leadership and professional engagement.

Application Process

  1. Apply for an eligible postgraduate programme via Durham’s Applicant Portal to obtain a valid Student ID.

  2. Complete and submit the Inspiring Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship Application Form.

  3. Applicants who are not successful in the first round will automatically be considered for the second round no need to reapply.

Application Deadline:

  • 1st Round: Midnight (GMT), 16 January 2026
  • 2nd Round: Midnight (GMT), 29 May 2026
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