The UCL Global Masters Scholarship 2026 is a prestigious financial support award offered by University College London (UCL) in the United Kingdom to help outstanding international students from lower‑income backgrounds pursue full‑time Master’s degree studies. This scholarship is part of UCL’s International Masters Awards, designed to promote global access to postgraduate education.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected recipients will receive:
● A £15,000 doctoral bursary applied toward tuition fees and living costs
● If the Master’s programme lasts two years, the award is paid 50% in each year
● The scholarship may be held alongside other funding, studentships, awards, or bursaries depending on total financial support received
Who Can Apply?
This scholarship is open to candidates who:
● Are international students paying the overseas fee rate
● Come from a lower‑income background as defined by UCL’s financial criteria
● Have submitted a complete application for a full‑time Master’s degree at UCL for academic year 2026/27, including all required references
● Are planning to study in person in the UK (distance learning options are not eligible)
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the UCL Global Masters Scholarship 2026 is 5 pm BST, Thursday 7 May 2026.
Why You Should Apply
This scholarship offers substantial financial support to study at one of the UK’s top universities, helping reduce the cost of postgraduate education while enabling you to gain a world‑class degree and international experience.
Take Action
Submit your university admission application first, then complete the scholarship application for the UCL Global Masters Scholarship 2026 as part of UCL’s International Masters Awards to support your postgraduate journey in the United Kingdom.


