Global Futures Scholarship University of Manchester UK
The University of Manchester is proud to offer Global Futures Scholarship awards totaling more than £1.7 million to international students, commencing their studies in September 2026.
This scholarship is open to both undergraduate and master’s students holding an offer from The University of Manchester and evaluation will be based on academic merit and the quality of your scholarship application.
Also check: Scholarships for International Students University of Applied Sciences Germany
To be eligible for a Global Futures Scholarship, you must be domiciled in one of the countries listed below. You must also be self-funded (not sponsored). The level of award, eligibility criteria and application deadlines differ for each region so check your country profile for specific details:
- Bangladesh
- Botswana
- Egypt
- Ghana
- Hong Kong
- India
- Indonesia
- Kenya
- Malaysia
- Nigeria
- Pakistan
- Singapore
- South Africa
- Sri Lanka
- Taiwan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- United States
- Vietnam
- Zimbabwe
Also check: British Council’s GREAT Scholarships Program 2026-2027
To be eligible to apply, you must hold an offer of a study place at The University of Manchester for a course that will commence in September 2026. You’ll be required to submit an online application form which will be automatically emailed to all relevant offer-holders by the International Office.
FAQs
1. What is the Global Futures Scholarship at the University of Manchester?
The Global Futures Scholarship is a merit-based award offered by the University of Manchester to outstanding international students starting undergraduate or postgraduate taught studies. It provides a tuition fee reduction to help support talented students from selected countries, including Nigeria and other eligible nations.
2. Who is eligible to apply for the Global Futures Scholarship?
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be classified as an international student from an eligible country (such as Nigeria, Ghana, India, etc.)
- Hold a full-time offer for an undergraduate or postgraduate taught programme at the University of Manchester
- Be self-funded (not fully sponsored by an organization)
- Meet academic requirements (strong academic performance is considered during selection)
3. How much is the Global Futures Scholarship worth?
The scholarship typically offers:
- Around £10,000 tuition fee reduction per year for most regions
- Up to £18,000–£30,000 total value for some African countries, depending on the programme and duration
The award is usually deducted directly from tuition fees rather than paid as cash.
4. How do I apply for the Global Futures Scholarship?
You do not apply immediately. Instead:
- First, apply for a course at the University of Manchester
- Receive an offer of admission
- Eligible students are then invited via email to complete an online scholarship application form
- Selection is based on academic merit and the quality of responses in the scholarship form
