University of Huddersfield Merit-based Scholarships 2026 for International Students (£4,000 Grant)

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Apply for the University of Huddersfield Merit-Based Scholarship and get up to £4,000 in tuition support. Apply below: 

Application Deadline:

  • No separate application required — considered automatically upon admission.
  • Early Payment Discount deadlines:
    • 16 October 2026 (all courses except MSc Nursing)
    • 31 September 2026 (MSc Nursing)

Tell Me About The Award:

The University of Huddersfield Merit‑Based Scholarships provide financial support to international students who demonstrate academic excellence. Scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses, with awards of up to £4,000 per year.

Which Fields are Eligible?

  • Undergraduate Courses
  • Postgraduate Taught Courses
  • PGCE Courses (unless already eligible for a bursary)

Type:

  • Academic Scholarship | Undergraduate & Postgraduate | International Students

Who can Apply?

Applicants must:

  • Be international fee‑paying students.
  • Apply for a full‑time taught undergraduate or postgraduate course.
  • Be self‑funding (not receiving external funding).
  • For postgraduate: hold at least a 2.2 or equivalent undergraduate degree and meet English/academic entry requirements.

Exclusions:

  • MA TESOL with Placement.
  • Master’s with placement in Huddersfield Business School.
  • Master’s by Research programs.
  • Applicants with refugee, asylum‑seeker status, or indefinite leave to remain in the UK.

How are Applicants Selected?

  • Automatic consideration upon admission.
  • Scholarships awarded based on academic merit.
  • Notification included in the offer letter.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

  • All international students (excluding UK and EU fee status).

Where will the Award be Taken?

  • University of Huddersfield, United Kingdom.

How Many Awards?

  • Multiple scholarships awarded annually across eligible programs.

What is the Benefit of the Award?

  • Undergraduate:
    • £4,000 per year (AAB UK A‑Level equivalent).
    • £2,000 per year (general entry requirements).
  • Postgraduate taught:
    • £4,000 (First Class Hons equivalent).
    • £2,000 (general entry requirements).
  • Early Payment Discount: £1,000 off first‑year tuition fees if deposit paid by deadline.

How Long Will the Award Last?

  • Awarded for every year of study, excluding placement year.

How to Apply:

Scholarship consideration is automatic — no separate application required.

Apply for admission to an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate taught course.

Meet academic and eligibility requirements.

Visit the official application webpage 

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