International Excellence Scholarships at University of Greater Manchester

If you’re an ambitious international student dreaming of studying abroad with financial support, this is your ultimate guide to the 2026/27 International Excellence Scholarships offered by the University of Greater Manchester International Scholarships.

Why This Scholarship Could Be a Game-Changer

The International Excellence Scholarships at the University of Greater Manchester are designed to recognize top academic merit and reward talented global applicants — helping reduce tuition costs and support your degree pursuit in the UK.

Whether you’re planning to pursue an Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught, or PhD programme, there’s a range of scholarships tailored to various levels and abilities.

Scholarship Types & Benefits

 International Excellence Scholarships

This core scheme offers tuition fee discounts for Year 1 only, based on academic merit.

 Award Levels

1. Global Excellence Package
Available to self-funded applicants from selected countries (including Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, UAE, China, USA, Canada, Malaysia, etc.):

• Gold Award – £4,000 tuition discount
  (First class or 70% GPA or equivalent)

• Silver Award – £3,000 tuition discount
  (Upper second or 60% GPA)

• Bronze Award – £2,000 tuition discount

 Eligible for Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught & PhD programmes.

2. International Merit Package
For students from all other countries or via an agent:

• Gold – £3,000

• Silver – Up to £2,000

• Bronze – Up to £1,000

 Applies to Undergraduate, Postgraduate and PhD study.

Global Scholars Awards

These are prestigious and highly competitive scholarships:

• 10 awards of £5,000 tuition discount (Year 1)

•  One outstanding recipient becomes The Chancellor’s Excellence Scholar with a 100% tuition fee waiver for Year 1

• Separate application required with interview step

• Must be eligible for the Gold International Excellence Award and apply for September 2026 programmes

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify for these scholarships:

• International fee-paying students
• Hold an offer for an eligible programme (UG, PG, PhD)
• Be self-funded (government-sponsored students not eligible)
• Meet academic excellence criteria (GPA thresholds vary)

Additional conditions include:
– One’s nationality and application route (direct vs agent) can affect eligibility.

Application Process & Submission Tips

1. Apply for Your Degree Programme at the University of Greater Manchester first.

   • You MUST have an offer before scholarship consideration.

2. Check Scholarship Eligibility based on your nationality and academic credentials.

3. Submit Additional Documents (if required for Global Scholars).

   • Personal statement

   • Evidence of academic potential

   • Leadership / impact statements

4. Attend Interview (for Global Scholars applicants).

5. Follow Up via University communications to confirm decisions.

Note: The scholarship is applied at enrolment and cannot be deferred or exchanged for cash.

Apply here

Why Apply? Benefits Explained

• Reduce Tuition Cost – Significant fee discounts in Year 1
• Reward for Excellence – Recognizes your academic achievements
• Enhances Your CV – Prestigious scholarship recognition
• Support for Global Students – Encourages leadership and academic ambition

Key Deadlines (2026/27 Entry)

Important Dates to Remember

Note: Specific deadlines aren’t always explicitly listed — applicants are encouraged to check scholarship decisions timelines with admissions or international office after receiving an offer.

Additional Awards You Should Know

These can be stacked with excellence awards to further reduce tuition costs:

• Women in STEM Award – £500

• Family Discount – £500

• Transnational Education (TNE) Progression Award – £500

 All additional awards are applied at the point of CAS issuance and subject to terms.

For more information visit here

For more global opportunities click here