University of Bath master’s degree scholarships for 2026 entry

At Bath, we are known for excellence in teaching and research, our welcoming community, and for providing students with outstanding preparation for the workplace. We are:

• Top 10 in all national league tables.  
• Named Sport University of the Year in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. 
• Among the top 10% of universities worldwide, according to the QS World University Rankings 2026 at 132.  
• Ranked joint 5th for career after 15 months by the Guardian University Guide 2026 and top 100 for employer reputation in the QS World University Rankings 2026.   

Studying for a master’s degree is a great investment in your future. We also understand that it is expensive. That’s why we want to provide you with up-to-date information about scholarships and funding so that you can make an informed choice.

Scholarships for 2026 entry

We have a number of scholarship schemes available with a range of eligibility. Explore all our scholarships for 2026.

Deans Award for Academic Excellence

Worth £5,000, this scholarship is open to applicants of all nationalities in the Faculties of Engineering and Design, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science and is awarded on the basis of academic excellence.

Global Leaders Scholarship

This £5,000 scholarship is open to applicants of all nationalities in the Faculties of Engineering and Design, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Science. It is awarded on the basis of academic excellence, communication and interpersonal skills, and leadership potential.

School of Management MSc Scholarships

The School of Management runs several scholarship schemes for MSc students:

• MSc scholarships: Over 50 scholarships of varying amounts available to offer holders from the UK, Europe and overseas.  They include:

Master’s Worldwide Scholarships
Up to 15 Worldwide scholarships worth £5,000 each towards successful applicants' tuition fees.

Scholarship for Academic Excellence
Up to 15 scholarships worth £10,000 each towards successful applicant’s tuition fees.

Scholarship for Outstanding Individual
Up to 15 scholarships worth £10,000 each towards successful applicant’s tuition fees.

MBA Scholarships

• There are a number of full and partial tuition fee scholarships available across both the Full-time and Executive MBA programmes.

Other funding

The University of Bath offers bursaries to its graduate students and alumni:

• Bath Alumni: if you have graduated with an honours degree or equivalent from the University of Bath and are self-financing, you may qualify for a 10% discount on tuition fees for a postgraduate course here at Bath. Your fees will be automatically discounted if you receive an offer.

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