
The University of Manchester celebrates its academic excellence with a rich history spanning nearly two centuries and has thus announced a series of scholarships for Indian students for the September 2024 intake. These scholarships, including the Humanities International Excellence Scholarships and the Global Futures Scholarships, aim to provide support for exceptional Indian students planning to pursue their undergraduate and postgraduate study at the university.
The scholarships reflect the university’s commitment to fostering global academic talent and promoting cultural diversity, offering a transformative pathway for aspiring scholars to engage with world-class education and research opportunities. Academic merit shall be the basis for evaluation. Any holder of an offer who satisfies the requirements will get a scholarship in the form of a tuition fee reduction.
Renowned for its innovative research, world-class facilities, and commitment to social responsibility, the University of Manchester fosters a diverse community of students and scholars who challenge boundaries and make meaningful impacts across various fields.
Talking about these scholarships, Prof. Angelia Wilson, Associate Dean for Internationalisation for the Faculty of Humanities said, “These scholarships underscore the significant role Indian students play within our diverse global student body and our dedication to India as a strategic academic partner. The University of Manchester, with its longstanding ties to business and education in India, stands as a global institution deeply invested in fostering cross-cultural exchange and academic excellence. We eagerly anticipate welcoming the forthcoming cohort of Indian students to our historic campus in Manchester.”
The Scholarships available are as follows:
1. Global Futures Scholarship
The Global Futures Scholarship is available to students worldwide, including those from India. This scholarship reflects Manchester’s commitment to global engagement and innovation. It is available for both Undergraduate and Postgraduate students.
• Undergraduate: The University of Manchester offers international students 100 merit-based scholarships of £21,000.
Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be applying for direct first-year entry in 2024 and have, or be working towards one of the following qualifications: A Levels, IB Diploma, Indian Standard XII (CBSE, ISC, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Gujarat boards only), Advanced Placement (AP).
Timeline: Applicants must apply for the scholarship online by 14 April 2024. All successful applicants will be notified by 30 April 2024.