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• Location: United Kingdom
• Institution: University of Gloucestershire
• Degree Level: Taught Master’s (PhD and research programs not eligible)
• Funding: Partially Funded (£5,000 tuition fee waiver)
• Eligible Applicants: International students (self-funded)
• Application Deadline: 14 October 2025

Why Apply?

The University of Gloucestershire is offering a £5,000 Merit Scholarship to reward outstanding international students joining taught postgraduate programs in January 2026. This tuition fee waiver is designed to recognize academic excellence, creative talent, or significant professional experience.

Scholarship Benefits

• £5,000 tuition fee waiver applied to the first year of study
• Automatic adjustment to tuition fees before enrollment
• Access to a vibrant, supportive academic community in Cheltenham and Gloucester

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

• Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for a taught postgraduate program starting January 2026
• Be a new, self-funded international student
• Demonstrate academic excellence, creative ability, or relevant work experience
• Upload all supporting documents via the university portal and CAS Shield
• Not have previously applied unsuccessfully for this scholarship
• Apply directly—third-party or agent submissions are not accepted

Note: PhD, research master’s, and professional MSc by research programs are not eligible.

Required Documents

• Completed online application form
• Academic transcripts
• Valid passport or national ID
• CV or résumé
• Portfolio or work experience documentation (if applicable)

How to Apply

1. Secure an offer of admission for a taught postgraduate program
2. Submit the Merit Scholarship application form
3. Upload all required documents via the university portal and CAS Shield
4. Await review and final decision by the awarding committee

Official details and application portal: University of Gloucestershire – International Scholarships