Loughborough University is thrilled to announce the Global Impact Scholarships, providing an opportunity for international students pursuing master’s degrees to receive a significant reduction in tuition fees. The scholarship covers from 50% up to 100% of the course fees for a chosen postgraduate taught course, lasting for a duration of one year.
The university will award a limited number of scholarships, and the standards required are very high. Students will be expected to fund their travel and maintenance costs through other sources. Evidence of maintenance funds must be included in the scholarship application.
Loughborough University is dedicated to being an internationally engaged research-intensive university that delivers meaningful impact while keeping students at its core. The Global Impact Scholarship aligns with the university’s Creating Better Futures 2030 strategy, encouraging the use of distinctive strengths to support, inspire, and empower individuals to achieve extraordinary things.
Loughborough University Information
Founded in 1966, Loughborough University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Loughborough (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), East Midlands. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): London. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Loughborough University is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Loughborough University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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. This 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligible Countries: The scholarship is open to students currently domiciled in the countries listed below.
- Afghanistan
- Algeria
- Angola
- Bangladesh
- Benin
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo, Dem. Rep
- Congo, Rep.
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Djibouti
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is available for any subject offered by Loughborough University.
- Admissible Criteria: To qualify, applicants must:
- Currently hold an offer (conditional or unconditional) for an eligible postgraduate taught program.
- Be domiciled in one of the eligible countries.
- Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, usually with a first-class honors degree.
- Commit to returning to their home country upon completing the postgraduate program.
- Exhibit the ability and commitment to contribute significantly to their home country.
- Have a full understanding of the costs associated with studying and living in the UK.
- Show evidence of strong motivation and initiative to secure funds for remaining costs.
Offered Benefits
- The scholarship covers from 50% up to 100% of the course fees for a chosen postgraduate taught course for one year.
- Successful applicants must fund their travel and maintenance costs through other sources.
Important Note:
Scholarship applications will only be considered if the applicant holds an offer or a place at the time of submission. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Award recipients with conditional offers must meet all conditions, provide evidence of funds, and may be required to pay a deposit toward their living costs.
Further Information:
For additional details about the scholarship, please contact the Global Engagement Team at .
Application Process
The application process is an open competition, and eligible students may apply after receiving an offer for a place in one of Loughborough University’s Master’s programs. The application form is available below and must be completed in full. Applications will undergo initial shortlisting, and final decisions will be made by a selection panel comprising senior staff of the University.
Founded in 1966, Loughborough University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Loughborough (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), East Midlands. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): London. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, Loughborough University is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Loughborough University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as 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. This 53 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.