Loughborough University scholarships

• Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship (VCIS)

  Amount

  Up to 100% tuition fee waiver and living stipend (for research students) or significant tuition fee reduction (for taught students)

  Requirements

  Requires: Exceptional academic merit and research potential (for PGR) or outstanding academic achievement (for PGT).

  Closes in 36 daysDeadline 1 Dec 2026

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• Loughborough University Chancellor's International Scholarships (PhD)

  Amount

  Full tuition fee waiver and an annual maintenance stipend at UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) rates.

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding academic record (equivalent to a UK first-class honours degree or distinction at Master's level) and excellent research potential.

  Closes in about 3 monthsDeadline 15 Jan 2027

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• Loughborough University Doctoral Scholarships

  Amount

  Full international tuition fees and an annual stipend for living costs (aligned with UKRI rates)

  Requirements

  Requires: Excellent academic record (e.g., Master's with Distinction), strong research proposal, and references.

  Closes in about 4 monthsDeadline 28 Feb 2027

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• Loughborough University Postgraduate Research Studentships

  Amount

  Full tuition fees and a tax-free maintenance stipend

  Requirements

  Requires: A strong academic record, a compelling research proposal, and meeting project-specific criteria.

  Closes in about 4 monthsDeadline 1 Mar 2027

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• Loughborough University Sport Scholarships

  Amount

  Tailored financial support (e.g., fee reduction), academic flexibility, and elite support services

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding achievement in sport (national/international level) combined with meeting academic entry requirements for a chosen degree.

  Closes in about 5 monthsDeadline 1 Apr 2027

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• Loughborough University International Scholarships (LUIS)

  Amount

  25% tuition fee reduction

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding academic achievement (e.g., a first-class honours degree or equivalent) and typically for taught postgraduate degrees

  Closes in about 6 monthsDeadline 30 Apr 2027

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• Loughborough University Sports Scholarship Programme

  Amount

  Varies (can include cash awards, fee waivers, accommodation, and access to support services)

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding international or national level sporting achievement and an offer of study from Loughborough University.

  Closes in about 6 monthsDeadline 30 Apr 2027

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• Loughborough University Development Trust Africa & Middle East Scholarships

  Amount

  Full tuition fee and maintenance stipend

  Requirements

  Requires: Excellent academic achievement, demonstrable leadership potential, and commitment to home region development.

  Closes in about 6 monthsDeadline 1 May 2027

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• Loughborough University International Undergraduate Scholarship

  Amount

  25% tuition fee scholarship for first year

  Requirements

  Requires: AAB at A-level (or equivalent international qualification), and meet English language requirements

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough Sport International Scholarship (Undergraduate)

  Amount

  Up to 100% tuition fee reduction, potentially including free campus accommodation and sport support services

  Requirements

  Requires: International standard in their sport and typically A-Level grades of ABB (or equivalent qualification)

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University International Postgraduate Taught Scholarship

  Amount

  20% tuition fee reduction

  Requirements

  Requires: First-class honours degree or equivalent international qualification

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough Sport International Scholarship (Postgraduate)

  Amount

  Up to 100% tuition fee reduction, potentially including free campus accommodation and sport support services

  Requirements

  Requires: International standard in their sport and typically a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent qualification)

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University International Taught Master's Scholarship

  Amount

  20% tuition fee scholarship for first year

  Requirements

  Requires: Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent international qualification), and meet English language requirements

  No fixed deadline

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• Saïd Foundation Scholarships

  Amount

  Full tuition fees and living costs for one academic year

  Requirements

  Requires: Academic excellence, leadership potential, minimum 2:1 at undergraduate level

  No fixed deadline

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• UK/Ireland-MENA Scholarships (External resource)

  Amount

  Varies (various scholarships available for MENA region students)

  Requirements

  Requires: Varies, check individual scholarship requirements

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University International Research Scholarship

  Amount

  25% tuition fee scholarship for first year

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding academic achievement (good first degree (2:1 or above) from a UK university or equivalent overseas qualification)

  No fixed deadline

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• GREAT Scholarships

  Amount

  Minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees

  Requirements

  Requires: strong academic background, an interest in the UK, and an ability to articulate why they wish to study in the UK.

  No fixed deadline

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• Rhodes Scholarships

  Amount

  Fully-funded scholarships

  Requirements

  Requires: outstanding intellect, character, leadership, and commitment to service. Further details on Rhodes website.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University International Scholarship (LUIS)

  Amount

  Varies, typically a 25% or 50% tuition fee reduction.

  Requirements

  Requires: Excellent academic achievement, generally equivalent to a UK first-class honours degree for postgraduate taught programs.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Alumni Bursary

  Amount

  10% tuition fee discount

  Requirements

  Requires: Previous completion of an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Loughborough University

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Sports Scholarships

  Amount

  Varies, typically includes a tuition fee discount, access to world-class facilities, coaching, and support services

  Requirements

  Requires: Evidence of current high-level sporting achievement (e.g., national or international representation) and meeting academic entry requirements for chosen undergraduate or postgraduate course.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Chancellor's International Scholarship

  Amount

  Full tuition fees, a tax-free stipend for living costs, and a research allowance

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding academic record, exceptional research potential, and a strong research proposal (primarily for PhD candidates).

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University PhD Studentships (International)

  Amount

  Varies, can be full tuition fees plus an annual stipend (living costs), or fees-only

  Requirements

  Requires: Strong academic background (usually a Master's degree with distinction or equivalent), a compelling research proposal, and meeting specific project or departmental requirements.

  No fixed deadline

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• Chancellor's International Scholarships

  Amount

  Full tuition fee waiver and an annual stipend for living costs

  Requirements

  Requires: Exceptional academic record and research potential for PhD programmes.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough Doctoral College Research Studentships

  Amount

  Full international tuition fees waiver and a tax-free stipend (typically aligned with UKRI rates)

  Requirements

  Requires: A strong research proposal, excellent academic record (usually a Master's degree with distinction or equivalent), and meeting specific project requirements.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Chancellor's International Scholarship (Doctoral Researchers)

  Amount

  Full tuition fees and a tax-free stipend for living costs

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding academic achievement, a competitive research proposal, and an offer of admission to a PhD programme.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Africa & Middle East (AME) Scholarship

  Amount

  20% tuition fee reduction for postgraduate taught programmes

  Requirements

  Requires: Academic excellence and potential, for students from eligible African and Middle Eastern countries.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough Doctoral College Scholarships

  Amount

  Full tuition fees and a tax-free stipend (e.g., current year's stipend is approximately £18,622 per annum, likely higher for 2026/27)

  Requirements

  Requires: Excellent academic record (e.g., 2:1 honours degree and/or Master's degree) and a strong research proposal for a PhD programme.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough Development Trust Africa & Middle East Scholarships

  Amount

  Full tuition fee waiver and maintenance stipend for postgraduate taught courses.

  Requirements

  Requires: Academic excellence, strong commitment to home country development, specific nationality from eligible African or Middle Eastern countries.

  No fixed deadline

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• Chancellor's International Scholarship

  Amount

  100% tuition fee waiver

  Requirements

  Requires: Exceptional academic achievement and strong potential for postgraduate taught programmes.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough Development Trust Africa & Middle East Scholarship

  Amount

  Full tuition fees and living costs

  Requirements

  Requires: Postgraduate taught applicants from Africa or the Middle East who are financially constrained and demonstrate outstanding academic merit and commitment to their home country's development.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Future Global Leaders Scholarship

  Amount

  Full international tuition fees

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding academic achievement, strong leadership potential, and commitment to making a positive impact. For postgraduate taught students from any international country.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Africa and Middle East (AMEL) Scholarship

  Amount

  100% tuition fee waiver

  Requirements

  Requires: Excellent academic record, evidence of leadership potential, and open to postgraduate taught students from Africa and the Middle East.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Doctoral College Scholarships

  Amount

  Full tuition fees and an annual stipend

  Requirements

  Requires: Excellent academic record (typically a Master's degree with Distinction/Merit or equivalent) and a strong research proposal.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University PhD Studentships

  Amount

  Full tuition fees (for international students) and a tax-free stipend for living costs (aligned with UKRI rates).

  Requirements

  Requires: A strong Master's degree (or equivalent First Class Honours undergraduate degree) in a relevant subject, and a compelling research proposal or alignment with a funded project.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Africa and Middle East Scholarships

  Amount

  Up to 50% tuition fee reduction

  Requirements

  Requires: Strong academic performance and demonstrable commitment to their chosen field.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University Graduate School Development Trust (GSDT) PhD Scholarships

  Amount

  Full tuition fees and a tax-free stipend for 3 years.

  Requirements

  Requires: An excellent academic record (equivalent to a UK first-class or 2:1 honours degree) and a strong research proposal.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University International Research Scholarships (LUIRS)

  Amount

  Full tuition fees and a stipend for 3 years

  Requirements

  Requires: Outstanding academic achievement (typically a 1st class honours degree or equivalent, and often a Master's degree), strong research potential, and meeting PhD course entry requirements.

  No fixed deadline

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• Loughborough University International Taught Postgraduate Scholarships

  Amount

  Up to 25% tuition fee reduction

  Requirements

  Requires: Excellent academic achievement (typically a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent) and meeting course entry requirements.

  No fixed deadline

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Collected from Loughborough University’s website. Last updated October 2026.

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