University of Nottingham Masters Scholarship 2026 for Developing Countries in the United Kingdom | Deadline: 15 April 2026
University of Nottingham Masters Scholarship 2026 for Developing Countries in the United Kingdom | Deadline: 15 April 2026
Scholarship Overview
The University of Nottingham is offering Developing Solutions Masters Scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic year, covering 50% or 100% of full-time master’s tuition fees.
These prestigious one-year scholarships aim to support innovative and passionate students from developing countries who can demonstrate creativity and commitment to developing impactful solutions for challenges in their home countries.
About the University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a leading public research university in the United Kingdom, established in 1881 and granted a Royal Charter in 1948.
It has major campuses in Nottingham, as well as international campuses in Malaysia and China. The university is organized into five faculties, including Engineering, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science, and Social Sciences — all eligible for this scholarship.
Scholarship Details
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Type: Master’s (including MRes)
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Host Institution: University of Nottingham, UK
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Sponsor: University of Nottingham
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Eligible Regions: Africa, India, and selected Commonwealth countries
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Gender: Men and Women
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Application Deadline: 15 April 2026
Aim and Benefits
Successful applicants will receive 50% or 100% coverage of full-time master’s tuition fees for one academic year.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must:
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Be domiciled in Africa, India, or a selected Commonwealth country.
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Be classified as an overseas student for fee purposes.
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Hold an offer to start a full-time master’s (including MRes) in 2026/27 at the University of Nottingham UK.
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Be applying to one of the following faculties:
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Faculty of Engineering
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Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
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Faculty of Science
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Faculty of Social Sciences
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Not Eligible If You:
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Are a current or former student of the University of Nottingham.
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Have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree outside your home country.
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Are currently studying in the UK.
Selection Criteria
Applicants will be assessed on their vision and practical plans for developing solutions that address key economic, environmental, structural, social, or political challenges in their home countries.
Strong applicants will also demonstrate how their chosen program of study aligns with these goals.
The selection committee will consider both your answers to scholarship questions and your academic record.
Final results will be communicated by end of May 2026.
How to Apply
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Apply for Admission:
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Submit an application for a full-time master’s (including MRes) at the University of Nottingham for 2026/27.
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Pay the required application fee.
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Search for courses and apply via the NottinghamHub portal.
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Apply for the Scholarship:
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Once you have an offer of admission, apply through the scholarships section of the NottinghamHub system.
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For MRes applicants, contact: scholarship-assistant@nottingham.ac.uk for guidance.
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Deadline: 15 April 2026
Email (MRes applicants): scholarship-assistant@nottingham.ac.uk
Important Notes
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Scholarships are applied as tuition fee reductions (not cash payments).
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Awards cannot be combined with other University of Nottingham scholarships.
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If you are enrolled in a two-year master’s course, the scholarship will cover the first year only.
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