The University of Manchester has announced the Global Futures Scholarships 2027, offering more than 350 merit-based scholarships worth over £6 million to outstanding international students beginning their studies in September 2027.
The scholarship programme supports both undergraduate and taught master’s degree applicants and includes dedicated awards for students from several African countries, including Botswana, Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Nigeria, South Africa, and Zimbabwe.
With awards of up to £36,000 for undergraduate study and £19,000 towards master’s tuition fees, the Global Futures Scholarships provide significant financial support for academically talented students pursuing world-class education in the United Kingdom.
About the Global Futures Scholarships
The Global Futures Scholarships are the University of Manchester’s flagship international scholarship programme, designed to recognize academic excellence and support exceptional students from around the world.
The awards are available to international applicants who have applied for eligible undergraduate or postgraduate taught programmes beginning in September 2027. Scholarships are awarded on merit and are applied as tuition fee reductions.
Undergraduate Scholarship Awards
The University of Manchester is offering a number of competitive undergraduate scholarships for students from selected countries across Africa and other regions.
Successful undergraduate applicants can receive up to £36,000, distributed as:
- £12,000 per year
- Renewable over three years
- Maximum total award of £36,000
African applicants are eligible if they are domiciled in one of the following countries:
- Botswana
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Mauritius
- Nigeria
- South Africa
- Zimbabwe
These awards help reduce tuition costs while enabling students to pursue a wide range of undergraduate programmes at one of the UK’s leading universities.
Master’s Scholarship Awards
For postgraduate taught students, the University is offering more than 250 Global Futures Scholarships.
Each successful applicant from eligible African countries will receive:
- £19,000 scholarship
- Applied as a tuition fee discount
- For eligible taught master’s programmes starting in September 2027
Within Africa, the master’s awards are open to applicants domiciled in:
- Botswana
- Egypt
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Nigeria
- South Africa
- Zimbabwe
The scholarship significantly lowers overseas tuition fees, making postgraduate study more accessible for outstanding international students.
Who Can Apply?
To be considered for the Global Futures Scholarships, applicants must meet the University’s eligibility requirements.
Applicants should:
- Be an international student domiciled in an eligible country
- Apply for an eligible undergraduate or taught master’s programme
- Receive either a conditional or unconditional offer from the University of Manchester
- Demonstrate strong academic achievement and merit
The scholarship application is not available immediately. Candidates can only access the scholarship form after submitting an application to an eligible course and receiving an admission offer.
Eligible African Countries
The scholarship programme includes dedicated awards for students from several African nations.
Undergraduate eligibility
- Botswana
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Mauritius
- Nigeria
- South Africa
- Zimbabwe
Master’s eligibility
- Botswana
- Egypt
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Nigeria
- South Africa
- Zimbabwe
Applicants should ensure they are domiciled in one of the eligible countries before applying.
Why Study at the University of Manchester?
The University of Manchester is one of the United Kingdom’s leading research-intensive universities and is internationally recognized for excellence in teaching, innovation, and global impact.
Global Futures Scholars become part of a diverse international community while studying across disciplines including engineering, business, health sciences, humanities, social sciences, computer science, environmental studies, and many other fields.
Beyond financial support, students benefit from extensive academic resources, career development services, research opportunities, and access to a global alumni network.
How to Apply Successfully
A competitive scholarship application begins with a strong university application.
Prospective applicants should:
- Apply early for an eligible September 2027 programme
- Ensure academic transcripts and supporting documents are complete
- Meet all programme-specific admission requirements
- Secure either a conditional or unconditional offer
- Complete the Global Futures Scholarship application once it becomes available
Since the scholarships are merit-based, strong academic performance and a high-quality university application are essential.
Application Process
There is no separate scholarship application before admission. Candidates must first apply to an eligible undergraduate or master’s programme at the University of Manchester.
After receiving an offer, eligible applicants will gain access to the Global Futures Scholarship application form through the University’s admissions process.
