THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIPS
Undergraduate
Scholarship:
For UK (Home) Students
1. The
Manchester Bursary
- Eligibility:
UK students enrolled in an eligible undergraduate
course, with a full financial assessment by Student Finance England.
- Stipend:
- £2,600 per year
for household incomes up to £25,000.
- £1,300 per year
for household incomes between £25,001 and £35,000.
- Additional Notes:
Available throughout the course duration, subject to
annual reassessment. Students receiving NHS support for certain courses
may have different eligibility.
2.
Undergraduate Access Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Students who
completed the Manchester Access Programme (MAP).
- Students under 25
who have been in public care for at least three months since age 11.
- Stipend:
£1,000 per year.
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International Students
1. Global
Futures Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- International
students domiciled in specific countries, including India, Nigeria,
Pakistan, Bangladesh, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and others.
- Must hold an
offer for a full-time undergraduate course starting in September 2025.
- Self-funded
applicants (not sponsored).
- Stipend:
Up to £24,000 (£8,000 per year for three years).
- Application Process:
Eligible offer-holders will receive an email with the
application form. Selection is based on academic excellence and responses
in the application.
Graduate Scholarships:
Scholarships for UK (Home) Students
Manchester
Master’s Bursary
- Eligibility:
- Must be a
UK-domiciled student.
- Applying
for your first master's qualification (e.g., MA, MSc, LLM).
- Enrolled
in a full-time one-year or part-time two-year course starting in
September 2025.
- Have been
in UK for least five years before starting your undergraduate
course.
- Meet at
least one widening participation criterion (e.g., from a low-income
background).
- Stipend: £4,000, disbursed in three installments over the academic
year.
???? Scholarships for International Students
Global
Futures Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Open to
applicants from specific countries, including India, Bangladesh,
Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and others.
- Must hold
an offer letter for a full-time, on-campus master's program starting in
September 2025.
- Self-funded
applicants (not sponsored).
- Stipend: Up to £15,000, awarded as a tuition fee discount.
GREAT
Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Available
to students from 18 countries, including India, China, and others.
- Applying
for a one-year postgraduate course in the UK.
- Stipend: Minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees.
Equity
and Merit Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Applicants
from Ethiopia, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zimbabwe.
- Demonstrated
academic excellence and commitment to sustainable development in their
home countries.
- Unable to
afford studies in Manchester without a scholarship.
- Stipend:
- Full
tuition fees.
- For
on-campus students: return international airfare, living expenses, and
visa costs.
- Study Modes:
- 20
scholarships for full-time, on-campus master's programs.
- 10
scholarships for part-time, distance learning master's programs.
???? Additional Opportunities
- Chevening Scholarships: Funded by the UK government, these scholarships cover full
tuition fees, living expenses, and return airfare for one-year master's
programs. Applicants must demonstrate leadership potential as well as academic
excellence.
- Manchester Alumni Loyalty Discount: University of Manchester alumni may be eligible for a
tuition fee discount when enrolling in a postgraduate program.
Courses
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Eligibility criteria
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
???? Undergraduate Admission – The
University of Manchester
Academic
Qualifications
- Home (UK) Students:
Typically require A-levels (AAA–ABB) or equivalent (e.g., BTEC, Scottish Highers) depending on the course.
Some programs may require specific subjects (e.g., Maths for Engineering). - International Students:
Requirements vary by country. For example: - United States:
High School Diploma with GPA 3.0+, plus 3–5 APs (scores of 4 or 5), or SAT/ACT. - India:
Standard XII with 80%–90% overall in relevant subjects from a recognized board (e.g., CBSE/ISC). - China:
Graduation from Senior High School and completion of a foundation year, or Gaokao with high scores. - International Baccalaureate (IB):
35–38 points, with 6,6,6 at Higher Level, depending on course.
English
Language Proficiency
- Home Students:
Usually exempt if their prior education was in English (e.g., GCSE English grade C/4 or above). - International Students:
Must provide evidence of English proficiency. Accepted qualifications include: - IELTS Academic:
Overall 6.5–7.0,
with no component below 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT:
Score of 90–100+,
depending on the course.
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE)
or Pearson PTE
are also accepted.
Course
Fees (2024–25 Entry)
- Home (UK) Students:
£9,250 per year (standard fee for most courses). - International Students:
£23,000–£33,500 per year depending on the course. - Examples:
- BA Business Management:
~£27,000/year
- MBChB Medicine:
~£38,000/year
- BSc Computer Science:
~£32,500/year
Documents
Required
- Academic transcripts (with
certified English translation if applicable)
- Proof of qualifications (A-levels,
IB, etc.)
- English language test scores (if
required)
- Personal statement
- Reference letter(s)
- Copy of passport (for international
students)
Graduate Eligibility
criteria:
1. Home (UK) Students
- Academic Qualifications:
- Typically, a 2:1 or 2:2 UK Honours degree or equivalent.
- English Language Proficiency:
- Proof of English language proficiency if
English is not the first language (e.g., IELTS 6.0–7.5 depending on the course).
- Additional Requirements:
- Some programs may require work experience, portfolio, or research proposal. Always check the
specific course requirements.
2. International Students
- Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:1 classification or GPA 3.0–3.67/4 or 85% depending on the country and
course).
- English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS Academic: Overall 6.0–7.5, with no component below 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Score of 90–100+, depending on the course.
- Other accepted tests: Cambridge English Advanced (CAE), Pearson PTE, etc.
- Additional Requirements:
- May require a research proposal, portfolio, or work experience depending on the program.
???? Tuition Fees for International Students
(2025/26)
- Standard Master's Programs:
- Approx. £27,000
per year.
- Low-Cost Research Programs:
- Around £29,500
per year.
- Medium-Cost Research Programs:
- About £35,000
per year.
- High-Cost Research Programs:
- Approx. £41,500
per year.
(Fees vary by program, so check the
specific course page for exact details.)
???? Required Documents for Application
- Academic Transcripts and Degree Certificates
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary
institutions.
- If not in English, certified translations
required.
- English Language Test Scores
- IELTS, TOEFL, or other accepted language tests
(if applicable).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Detailing your academic and work experience.
- Personal Statement
- Explaining your motivation, academic
interests, and career goals.
- References
- Usually, two academic or professional references.
- Research Proposal (for
research-based programs)
- Detailed proposal outlining your research
topic and interests.
- Portfolio (if required)
- For specific courses like Architecture, Fine Arts, etc.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Undergraduate
Scholarship:
For UK (Home) Students
1. The
Manchester Bursary
- Eligibility:
UK students enrolled in an eligible undergraduate
course, with a full financial assessment by Student Finance England.
- Stipend:
- £2,600 per year
for household incomes up to £25,000.
- £1,300 per year
for household incomes between £25,001 and £35,000.
- Additional Notes:
Available throughout the course duration, subject to
annual reassessment. Students receiving NHS support for certain courses
may have different eligibility.
2.
Undergraduate Access Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Students who
completed the Manchester Access Programme (MAP).
- Students under 25
who have been in public care for at least three months since age 11.
- Stipend:
£1,000 per year.
???? For
International Students
1. Global
Futures Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- International
students domiciled in specific countries, including India, Nigeria,
Pakistan, Bangladesh, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and others.
- Must hold an
offer for a full-time undergraduate course starting in September 2025.
- Self-funded
applicants (not sponsored).
- Stipend:
Up to £24,000 (£8,000 per year for three years).
- Application Process:
Eligible offer-holders will receive an email with the
application form. Selection is based on academic excellence and responses
in the application.
Graduate Scholarships:
Scholarships for UK (Home) Students
Manchester
Master’s Bursary
- Eligibility:
- Must be a
UK-domiciled student.
- Applying
for your first master's qualification (e.g., MA, MSc, LLM).
- Enrolled
in a full-time one-year or part-time two-year course starting in
September 2025.
- Have been
in UK for least five years before starting your undergraduate
course.
- Meet at
least one widening participation criterion (e.g., from a low-income
background).
- Stipend: £4,000, disbursed in three installments over the academic
year.
???? Scholarships for International Students
Global
Futures Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Open to
applicants from specific countries, including India, Bangladesh,
Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and others.
- Must hold
an offer letter for a full-time, on-campus master's program starting in
September 2025.
- Self-funded
applicants (not sponsored).
- Stipend: Up to £15,000, awarded as a tuition fee discount.
GREAT
Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Available
to students from 18 countries, including India, China, and others.
- Applying
for a one-year postgraduate course in the UK.
- Stipend: Minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees.
Equity
and Merit Scholarships
- Eligibility:
- Applicants
from Ethiopia, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zimbabwe.
- Demonstrated
academic excellence and commitment to sustainable development in their
home countries.
- Unable to
afford studies in Manchester without a scholarship.
- Stipend:
- Full
tuition fees.
- For
on-campus students: return international airfare, living expenses, and
visa costs.
- Study Modes:
- 20
scholarships for full-time, on-campus master's programs.
- 10
scholarships for part-time, distance learning master's programs.
???? Additional Opportunities
- Chevening Scholarships: Funded by the UK government, these scholarships cover full
tuition fees, living expenses, and return airfare for one-year master's
programs. Applicants must demonstrate leadership potential as well as academic
excellence.
- Manchester Alumni Loyalty Discount: University of Manchester alumni may be eligible for a
tuition fee discount when enrolling in a postgraduate program.
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
???? Undergraduate Admission – The
University of Manchester
Academic
Qualifications
- Home (UK) Students:
Typically require A-levels (AAA–ABB) or equivalent (e.g., BTEC, Scottish Highers) depending on the course.
Some programs may require specific subjects (e.g., Maths for Engineering). - International Students:
Requirements vary by country. For example: - United States:
High School Diploma with GPA 3.0+, plus 3–5 APs (scores of 4 or 5), or SAT/ACT. - India:
Standard XII with 80%–90% overall in relevant subjects from a recognized board (e.g., CBSE/ISC). - China:
Graduation from Senior High School and completion of a foundation year, or Gaokao with high scores. - International Baccalaureate (IB):
35–38 points, with 6,6,6 at Higher Level, depending on course.
English
Language Proficiency
- Home Students:
Usually exempt if their prior education was in English (e.g., GCSE English grade C/4 or above). - International Students:
Must provide evidence of English proficiency. Accepted qualifications include: - IELTS Academic:
Overall 6.5–7.0,
with no component below 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT:
Score of 90–100+,
depending on the course.
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE)
or Pearson PTE
are also accepted.
Course
Fees (2024–25 Entry)
- Home (UK) Students:
£9,250 per year (standard fee for most courses). - International Students:
£23,000–£33,500 per year depending on the course. - Examples:
- BA Business Management:
~£27,000/year
- MBChB Medicine:
~£38,000/year
- BSc Computer Science:
~£32,500/year
Documents
Required
- Academic transcripts (with
certified English translation if applicable)
- Proof of qualifications (A-levels,
IB, etc.)
- English language test scores (if
required)
- Personal statement
- Reference letter(s)
- Copy of passport (for international
students)
Graduate Eligibility
criteria:
1. Home (UK) Students
- Academic Qualifications:
- Typically, a 2:1 or 2:2 UK Honours degree or equivalent.
- English Language Proficiency:
- Proof of English language proficiency if
English is not the first language (e.g., IELTS 6.0–7.5 depending on the course).
- Additional Requirements:
- Some programs may require work experience, portfolio, or research proposal. Always check the
specific course requirements.
2. International Students
- Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:1 classification or GPA 3.0–3.67/4 or 85% depending on the country and
course).
- English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS Academic: Overall 6.0–7.5, with no component below 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Score of 90–100+, depending on the course.
- Other accepted tests: Cambridge English Advanced (CAE), Pearson PTE, etc.
- Additional Requirements:
- May require a research proposal, portfolio, or work experience depending on the program.
???? Tuition Fees for International Students
(2025/26)
- Standard Master's Programs:
- Approx. £27,000
per year.
- Low-Cost Research Programs:
- Around £29,500
per year.
- Medium-Cost Research Programs:
- About £35,000
per year.
- High-Cost Research Programs:
- Approx. £41,500
per year.
(Fees vary by program, so check the
specific course page for exact details.)
???? Required Documents for Application
- Academic Transcripts and Degree Certificates
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary
institutions.
- If not in English, certified translations
required.
- English Language Test Scores
- IELTS, TOEFL, or other accepted language tests
(if applicable).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Detailing your academic and work experience.
- Personal Statement
- Explaining your motivation, academic
interests, and career goals.
- References
- Usually, two academic or professional references.
- Research Proposal (for
research-based programs)
- Detailed proposal outlining your research
topic and interests.
- Portfolio (if required)
- For specific courses like Architecture, Fine Arts, etc.


