University Of Manchester Engineering Scholarship UK
Engineering the Future Scholarships
The University Of Manchester Engineering Scholarship UK is proud to offer scholarship awards to academically excellent international students, commencing their postgraduate taught studies from September 2026.
Also check: Scholarships for International Students University of Applied Sciences Germany
Scholarship overview
If you hold an offer from one of the following departments, you will be considered for the scholarships:
- Department of Chemical Engineering
- Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering
- Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Department of Computer Science
These awards require no additional application; all offer holders are considered based on academic merit. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for further assessment in the form of a written statement.
Successful awardees will be announced by 13 July 2026 and granted one of the following tuition fee discounts:
- One full tuition fee waiver up to £28,000. This award is for the MSc Management of Projects suite of programmes.
- Four £10,000 partial tuition fee waivers.
- Ten £6,000 partial tuition fee waivers.
Engineering the Future Scholarships can also be awarded in conjunction with other scholarships from the University.
Also check: British Council’s GREAT Scholarships Program 2026-2027
Eligibility
To be eligible for an Engineering the Future scholarship you must:
- be a resident of a country within South Asia, South East Asia or Africa;
- hold an offer (conditional or unconditional) for a master’s level (taught) full time course – commencing in September 2026 – within The Faculty of Science and Engineering. (You will also be considered if you held an offer as part of an earlier admissions round; should you win the award, your offer will be reinstated.);
- have completed an English Language qualification to the required standard for the course;
- be fully registered for your chosen course by the registration deadline;
- hold a bachelor’s degree with a minimum classification of a good Upper Second class (2:1) (or international equivalent), or be on track to achieve this;
- be self-funding (for example, not sponsored) your course and classified as an international candidate for tuition fee purposes.
FAQs
1. What is the University of Manchester Engineering Scholarship?
The University of Manchester Engineering Scholarship is a set of merit-based and widening participation awards offered to students joining undergraduate engineering programmes in the Faculty of Science and Engineering. These scholarships aim to support talented students financially while encouraging excellence in fields such as Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, and Chemical Engineering.
2. Who is eligible for the Engineering Scholarship at the University of Manchester?
Eligibility depends on the specific scholarship, but generally applicants must:
- Hold an offer for an undergraduate engineering course at the University of Manchester
- Be a UK or international fee-paying student (depending on the award)
- Meet academic requirements such as strong A-level or equivalent results
- In some cases, meet widening participation criteria or be from underrepresented groups
- Choose Manchester as their firm UCAS choice
Some scholarships, like the Beatrice Shilling Scholarship, are specifically aimed at female students in engineering.
3. How much is the Engineering Scholarship worth?
Most undergraduate engineering scholarships at the University of Manchester typically provide:
- Around £2,000 per year
- Renewable for up to 3–4 years of study
- In some cases, additional support such as mentoring, academic guidance, and networking opportunities
These awards are usually not paid during industrial placement years.
4. Do I need to apply separately for the Engineering Scholarship?
In most cases, no separate application is required. Students are automatically considered based on their UCAS application and academic performance. Successful candidates are usually notified after receiving an offer or after registration in their first semester, depending on the scholarship type.
