International students planning a UK Master’s degree in 2027 already have several substantial scholarship opportunities to watch. The University of Manchester has confirmed its Global Futures Scholarships for September 2027, the University of Sheffield has confirmed a £7,000 International Postgraduate Scholarship for selected regions, and UCL says its Global Master’s Scholarship is expected to reopen for 2027 with an award of £15,000. This guide separates confirmed 2027 details from awards that are still awaiting their final 2027 terms.
If you are comparing broader funding options, start with our Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students 2027 guide and our Chevening Scholarship guide.
UK Master’s scholarships worth £7,000 or more for 2027
| University | Scholarship | Value | 2027 status | Who it is for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Manchester | Global Futures Scholarship | Varies by region; part of a £6m+ 2027 scholarship programme | Confirmed for September 2027 | Eligible international offer-holders from listed countries |
| University of Sheffield | International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027 | £7,000 tuition fee reduction | Confirmed | Eligible postgraduate taught students from selected countries/regions |
| UCL | Global Master’s Scholarship | £15,000 for one year | 2027 reopening expected; final deadline/terms should be rechecked | Overseas students from lower-income backgrounds |
Important: Scholarship values, eligible countries and deadlines can change by intake. Course Centrals distinguishes information already published for 2027 from details carried forward from the latest official cycle. Always verify the final 2027 terms before applying.
1. University of Manchester Global Futures Scholarship 2027
The University of Manchester has confirmed that it will offer more than 350 Global Futures Scholarships to international students beginning undergraduate and Master’s study in September 2027, with total awards worth more than £6 million.
For Master’s applicants, eligibility and award value depend on the applicant’s country or region. The university currently lists countries including Bangladesh, Botswana, Canada, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, Vietnam and Zimbabwe.
You must first hold an offer for an eligible full-time, on-campus course. Manchester then sends the scholarship application form to relevant offer-holders. Read our dedicated University of Manchester Global Futures Scholarship guide for the detailed application path.
Official source: University of Manchester Global Futures Scholarships.
2. University of Sheffield International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027
The University of Sheffield has confirmed a £7,000 tuition fee reduction for eligible international students starting a postgraduate taught degree in September 2027.
The award is particularly attractive because eligible students do not need to submit a separate scholarship application. It is allocated automatically to qualifying offer-holders from the listed countries and regions, provided they accept their offer by the university’s deadline.
At the time of verification, eligible regions include India, Indonesia, Japan, Kenya, Nigeria, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Türkiye and Vietnam. Applicants should check the official page again before accepting an offer because country eligibility can change.
Official source: University of Sheffield International Postgraduate Scholarship 2027.
3. UCL Global Master’s Scholarship
UCL’s Global Master’s Scholarship is one of the larger university-wide awards available to international Master’s applicants. The current award is £15,000 for one year and is intended for overseas students from lower-income backgrounds.
UCL’s current funding information says applications for the next cycle are expected to open for 2027, with a deadline expected around early May 2027. Because the final 2027 scholarship page may still change, applicants should treat the amount and expected timing as planning information until UCL publishes the complete 2027 terms.
The scholarship normally requires applicants to have submitted a complete UCL admission application before applying for funding.
Official sources: UCL Global Master’s Scholarship overview and UCL scholarship details.
What about Bristol Think Big?
The University of Bristol’s Think Big scheme is important enough to keep on a 2027 watchlist. In the latest published cycle, postgraduate awards were worth £6,500, £13,000 or £26,000 for eligible international Master’s students. However, Bristol’s currently published page still refers to September 2026 entry, so we would not label those amounts or deadlines as confirmed for 2027 yet.
Official source: University of Bristol international scholarships.
Which scholarship should you prioritize?
- Need-based applicant: UCL Global Master’s Scholarship is especially relevant if you meet the lower-income criteria.
- Applicant from an eligible Sheffield country: Sheffield’s £7,000 automatic award is worth checking because no separate scholarship application is required.
- Applicant from a Manchester Global Futures country: apply to the degree early enough to receive the scholarship application once you have an offer.
- Looking for full funding: university tuition discounts may not cover living costs, so compare them with Chevening, Commonwealth and other fully funded options.
How to build a 2027 UK scholarship plan
- Shortlist UK Master’s programmes first and note admission deadlines.
- Create a separate funding sheet with scholarship value, eligibility, application method and deadline.
- Mark each scholarship as confirmed for 2027, expected or not yet announced.
- Prepare admission materials early because many university scholarships require an offer or a completed admission application.
- Recheck the official scholarship page before submitting. Do not rely on a previous year’s deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Which UK universities offer scholarships of £5,000 or more for international Master’s students?
For 2027, the University of Sheffield has already confirmed a £7,000 postgraduate tuition scholarship for selected regions, while Manchester has confirmed its 2027 Global Futures programme. UCL’s Global Master’s Scholarship is currently worth £15,000 and is expected to reopen for 2027, subject to final published terms.
Are these scholarships fully funded?
Usually not. Most university awards are tuition discounts or partial scholarships. Applicants who need tuition plus living-cost support should also research fully funded schemes such as Chevening and other government or foundation scholarships.
Do I need a university offer before applying?
It depends on the scholarship. Manchester requires an eligible offer before sending the Global Futures application. Sheffield’s 2027 postgraduate award is automatically considered for eligible offer-holders. UCL normally requires a complete admission application before the funding application can be submitted.
When should I start applying for 2027 UK scholarships?
Start researching in 2026 and submit university applications early enough to meet scholarship-specific conditions. Some scholarship applications open only after you have applied for or received an offer from the university.
Course Centrals verification note
This page uses official university sources and clearly separates confirmed 2027 information from awards whose next-cycle details are still expected. We recommend checking the linked official source before making an application or financial decision.