Global Futures Scholarship
More than 350 partial, merit-based scholarships for undergraduate and master's students living in 23 listed countries, with offers for September 2027 entry at the University of Manchester; award levels and deadlines differ by region.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate, Master’s
Destination
United Kingdom
Funding
More than 350 partial merit-based scholarships worth over GBP 6 million in total, for both undergraduate and master's students. The level of award differs for each region; see the country profile for your region.
Eligible applicants
Living in one of 23 listed countries; offer for a full-time on-campus course starting September 2027; award levels and deadlines set by region
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Overview
Global Futures Scholarship is offered by University of Manchester for Undergraduate, Master’s study in United Kingdom. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 12, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionAn offer for a full-time on-campus course starting September 2027.
- Online Global Futures application formRequired
What this scholarship covers
Partial, merit-based tuition support (level set by region)
Included
More than 350 partial merit-based scholarships worth over GBP 6 million in total, for both undergraduate and master's students. The level of award differs for each region; see the country profile for your region. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 12, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 12, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: International students from eligible countries.
- International eligibility
- Open to citizens of Residents of 23 listed countries, subject to the current call’s country list.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Merit-based; strong academic record
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- United Kingdom
Official eligibility summary
Applicants living in one of the 23 listed countries (Bangladesh, Botswana, Canada, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkiye, the UAE, the US, Vietnam and Zimbabwe) who hold an offer for a full-time, on-campus course. Taiwan applicants are eligible for taught master's courses only.
Applicant profile
- Living in one of 23 listed countries; offer for a full-time on-campus course starting September 2027; award levels and deadlines set by region
Study route
- Undergraduate, Master’s study in United Kingdom
Current-cycle criteria
- Applicants living in one of the 23 listed countries (Bangladesh, Botswana, Canada, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkiye, the UAE, the US, Vietnam and Zimbabwe) who hold an offer for a full-time, on-campus course. Taiwan applicants are eligible for taught master's courses only.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Hold an offer for a full-time on-campus course starting September 2027
- 2
Complete the online application form emailed to offer holders
- 3
Check your country profile for the deadline and award level
Application timeline
Application cycle
September 2027 entry. Deadlines vary by region; check your country profile. The application form is emailed to relevant offer holders.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
University of Manchester
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 12, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.