Scholarships at University of Lincoln

The University of Lincoln’s Africa Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate taught students from across Africa.

Who is it for?

The University of Lincoln’s Africa Scholarship is designed to help students from across Africa to access postgraduate level study at the University of Lincoln. The Africa Scholarship is offered as a tuition fee discount against the cost of a postgraduate taught programme commencing in the 2024/25 academic year.

Scholarship Amount

The Africa Scholarship is valued at £3,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount during the first year of their studies. 

Selection Criteria

In order to be eligible to receive the Africa Scholarship, prospective students must meet the following criteria:

• Be a national of, or have permanent residence in, Africa (excluding Egypt). 

• Hold a Conditional or Unconditional Offer from the University of Lincoln for a full-time postgraduate taught programme commencing in September 2024 or January 2025.

• Have completed a Bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent qualification that leads to postgraduate study) from a recognised institution, and have obtained a minimum of a 2:1 classification (or an equivalent).

The University of Lincoln are proud to support the Chevening Scholars programme, the UK Government's international scholarship scheme aimed at developing global leaders.

What are Chevening Scholarships?

Chevening is the UK government’s international awards scheme aimed at developing global leaders. Funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organisations, Chevening offers two types of award – Chevening Scholarships and Chevening Fellowships – the recipients of which are personally selected by British Embassies and High Commissions throughout the world.

Chevening offers a unique opportunity for future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers from all over the world to develop professionally and academically, network extensively, experience UK culture, and build lasting positive relationships with the UK.

The University of Lincoln’s China Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate taught students from across mainland China. 

Who is it for?

The University of Lincoln’s China Scholarship is designed to help students from across mainland China to access postgraduate level study at the University of Lincoln. The China Scholarship is offered as a tuition fee discount against the cost of a postgraduate taught programme commencing in the 2024/25 academic year. 

Scholarship Amount

The China Scholarship is valued at £5,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount during the first year of their studies. 

Selection Criteria

In order to be eligible to receive the China Scholarship, prospective students must meet the following criteria:

• Be a national of, or have permanent residence in, mainland China.

• Hold a Conditional or Unconditional Offer from the University of Lincoln for a full-time postgraduate taught programme commencing in September 2024 or January 2025.

• Have completed a Bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent qualification that leads to postgraduate study) from a recognised institution, and have obtained a minimum of a 2:1 classification (or an equivalent).

The University of Lincoln’s Egypt Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate taught students from across Egypt.

Who is it for?

The University of Lincoln’s Egypt Scholarship is designed to help students from across Egypt to access postgraduate level study at the University of Lincoln. The Egypt Scholarship is offered as a tuition fee discount against the cost of a postgraduate taught programme commencing in the 2024/25 academic year. 

Scholarship Amount

The Egypt Scholarship is valued at £5,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount during the first year of their studies.

Selection Criteria

In order to be eligible to receive the Egypt Scholarship, prospective students must meet the following criteria:

• Be a national of, or have permanent residence in, Egypt. 

• Hold a Conditional or Unconditional Offer from the University of Lincoln for a full-time postgraduate taught programme commencing in September 2024 or January 2025.

• Have completed a Bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent qualification that leads to postgraduate study) from a recognised institution, and have obtained a minimum of a 2:1 classification (or an equivalent).

The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is designed to help international students to access postgraduate taught level study at the University of Lincoln.

Who Is It For?

The University of Lincoln is delighted to offer Global Postgraduate Scholarships to suitably qualified international applicants for postgraduate programmes commencing in September 2024 or January 2025.

Scholarship Amount

The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £1,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies. 

Selection Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship, students must have been awarded, or be expected to receive, one of the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree from a recognised institution with a minimum grade of 2:2 or equivalent.

• A Pre-Masters qualification from a recognised institution with a grade comparable to a 2:2.

• A Master’s degree from a recognised institution with a merit grade or equivalent.

The University of Lincoln’s Nigeria Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate taught students from across Nigeria.

Who is it for?

The University of Lincoln is aware of the challenges the fluctuation in the exchange rate presents for students from Nigeria who are considering studying in the UK. To help support as many students as possible to continue with their study ambitions we are delighted to announce the launch of the Nigeria Scholarship.

The University of Lincoln’s Nigeria Scholarship is designed to help students from Nigeria to access postgraduate level study at Lincoln. The Nigeria Scholarship is offered as a tuition fee discount against the cost of a postgraduate taught programme commencing in the 2024/25 academic year. 

Scholarship Amount

The Nigeria Scholarship award is worth:

• £5,000 if you have a 2.1 or above in your Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent

• £4,000 if you have a 2.2 or above in your Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent

The scholarship will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount during the first year of their studies. 

The University of Lincoln’s South Asia Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate taught students from across Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

Who is it for?

The University of Lincoln’s South Asia Scholarship is designed to help students from across Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka to access postgraduate level study at the University of Lincoln. The South Asia Scholarship is offered as a tuition fee discount against the cost of a postgraduate taught programme commencing in the 2024/25 academic year.

Scholarship Amount

The South Asia Scholarship is valued at £3,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount during the first year of their studies. 

Selection Criteria

In order to be eligible to receive the South Asia Scholarship, prospective students must meet the following criteria:

• Be a national of, or have permanent residence in, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, or Sri Lanka. 

• Hold a Conditional or Unconditional Offer from the University of Lincoln for a full-time postgraduate taught programme commencing in September 2024 or January 2025.

• Have completed a Bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent qualification that leads to postgraduate study) from a recognised institution, and have obtained a minimum of a 2:1 classification (or an equivalent).

The University of Lincoln’s South East Asia Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate taught students from across Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. 

Who is it for?

The University of Lincoln’s South East Asia Scholarship is designed to help students from across South East Asia to access postgraduate level study at the University of Lincoln. The South East Asia Scholarship is offered as a tuition fee discount against the cost of a postgraduate taught programme commencing in the 2024/25 academic year. 

Scholarship Amount

The South East Asia Scholarship is valued at £5,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount during the first year of their studies. 

Selection Criteria

In order to be eligible to receive the South East Asia Scholarship, prospective students must meet the following criteria:

• Be a national of, or have permanent residence in, Brunei, Cambodia, East Timor, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, or Vietnam. 

• Hold a Conditional or Unconditional Offer from the University of Lincoln for a full-time postgraduate taught programme commencing in September/October 2024 or January 2025.

• Have completed a Bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent qualification that leads to postgraduate study) from a recognised institution, and have obtained a minimum of a 2:1 classification (or an equivalent).

The University of Lincoln’s Turkey Scholarship is aimed at supporting postgraduate taught students from across Turkey.

Who is it for?

The University of Lincoln’s Turkey Scholarship is designed to help students from across Turkey to access postgraduate level study at the University of Lincoln. The Turkey Scholarship is offered as a tuition fee discount against the cost of a postgraduate taught programme commencing in September 2024 or January 2025.

Scholarship Amount

The Turkey Scholarship is valued at £5,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount during the first year of their studies.

Selection Criteria

In order to be eligible to receive the Turkey Scholarship, prospective students must meet the following criteria:

• Be a national of, or have permanent residence in, Turkey. 

• Hold a Conditional or Unconditional Offer from the University of Lincoln for a full-time postgraduate taught programme commencing in September 2024 or January 2025.

• Have completed a Bachelor’s degree (or an equivalent qualification that leads to postgraduate study) from a recognised institution, and have obtained a minimum of a 2:1 classification (or an equivalent).