The School of Biological Sciences will offer scholarships for academically-excellent applicants of postgraduate taught MSc programmes from South Asia and South-East Asia for the 2026-2027 academic session at the University of Edinburgh. Apply below:Â
Application Deadline:
- 31 March 2026 at 23:59 (UK Time)
Tell Me About The Award:
The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Edinburgh is offering scholarships worth £10,000 each to academically excellent applicants from South Asia and South-East Asia enrolling in eligible MSc programmes for the 2026–2027 academic session. The award is automatically deducted from tuition fees, with any remaining funds allocated towards living costs.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Eligible MSc programmes include:
- Animal Breeding and Genetics
- Biochemistry
- Bioinformatics
- Biotechnology
- Data Science for Biology
- Drug Discovery and Translational Biology
- Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity
- Evolutionary Genetics
- Human Complex Trait Genetics
- Quantitative Genetics and Genome Analysis
- Synthetic Biology and Biotechnology
Type:
- Postgraduate Taught Master’s Scholarship | Partial Funding (£10,000)
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Have received an offer of admission to one of the eligible MSc programmes.
- Hold, or expect to obtain, the equivalent of a UK First Class Honours degree.
- Be domiciled in and a national of South Asia or South-East Asia.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit.
- Successful candidates are expected to actively engage with the postgraduate community and present their work during the award period.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Nationals of South Asia and South-East Asia countries.
Where will the Award be Taken?
- University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
How Many Awards?
- A limited number of scholarships (exact number not specified).
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- £10,000 scholarship:
- Automatically deducted from tuition fees.
- Remaining funds awarded towards living costs.
- Access to training and development opportunities.
- Engagement with the postgraduate community.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- One academic year (2026–2027 session).
How to Apply:
- Apply for admission to an eligible MSc programme at the University of Edinburgh.
- Wait up to five working days for system checks to grant access to the scholarship application system.
- Complete the online scholarship application form via EUCLID/MyEd portal.
- Submit before 31 March 2026 at 23:59 (UK Time).
- Successful applicants will be notified in June 2026.
Visit the Application Webpage for Details.
