The Birmingham Masters Scholarship 2027 provides a £3,000 tuition-fee reduction for eligible students starting a taught master’s degree in January or September 2027. The University of Birmingham advertises more than 200 awards.
Who can apply?
The scholarship criteria cover Home-fee applicants domiciled in the UK or Ireland who have not previously studied at Birmingham. Applicants must be self-funding or using a postgraduate government loan, and must not already be registered on a postgraduate programme.
The course must be an eligible 180-credit taught master’s. Research degrees, postgraduate certificates and diplomas, and other listed exclusions do not qualify. Graduates of Midlands universities receive priority consideration.
How to apply
- Apply for an eligible master’s course and provide the required supporting documents, such as references, available transcripts and English-language evidence where applicable.
- Keep the Applicant ID or Student ID issued for that course application.
- Complete the separate Birmingham Masters Scholarship form using the correct ID.
Application deadlines
The university has three rounds, each closing at 11:59 p.m. UK time:
- 8 December 2026.
- 30 April 2027.
- 31 July 2027.
Reserve applications are carried into later rounds without a fresh submission. Read the current course and scholarship terms before selecting the round relevant to your plans.
Frequently asked questions
Can international-fee students apply?
No. This particular scheme is for eligible Home-fee students.
Is £3,000 paid into the student’s bank account?
No. It is a tuition discount. Successful applicants must accept the scholarship and complete the required study-offer and registration steps.
Is the scholarship application enough on its own?
No. A separate eligible course application is required first.
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