Green Futures (Study in the UK) International Scholarship for 2026
The University of Leeds, a member of the prestigious Russell Group, is a global powerhouse for engineering research and education. For the 2026 academic year, the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences has announced a robust portfolio of scholarships aimed at international and domestic students. These awards range from automatic regional discounts to highly competitive “Excellence” waivers worth up to £16,000.
Top Scholarship Opportunities for 2026
1. International Excellence Scholarship
This is the faculty’s premier merit-based award for high-achieving international students.
- Value: £3,000, £6,000, or £16,000 (as a tuition fee reduction).
- Eligibility: You must hold a conditional or unconditional offer for a taught Engineering Masters and have achieved (or be predicted) a UK First Class or strong 2:1 (Hons) degree.
- Selection: Based on academic transcripts and a 100-word personal statement explaining your choice of Leeds and your future ambitions.
2. International Masters Regional Scholarship
An “automatic” scholarship designed to support students from specific geographic areas.
- Value: £6,000 fee reduction.
- Eligibility: You must be a passport holder from an eligible country (often including regions in Africa, South Asia, and South East Asia).
- Process: No separate application is required; it is automatically applied if you meet the residency and admission criteria.
3. Ray and Naomi Simpson Scholarship (Civil Engineering)
A specialized award for the School of Civil Engineering.
- Value: Significant partial fee waiver.
- Target: Specifically for UK applicants, but if no suitable UK candidate is found, it is often awarded to the best applicant from a Commonwealth country.
4. Tetley & Lupton Scholarships
These are prestigious university-wide awards for international students of exceptional academic caliber.
- Value: Typically covers a portion of the international fee difference.
Eligible Engineering Schools at Leeds
Scholarships apply to most MSc programs within the following schools:
- School of Chemical and Process Engineering
- School of Civil Engineering
- School of Computing
- School of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
- School of Mechanical Engineering
Key Deadlines for 2026 Entry
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How to Apply Successfully
- Secure an Offer First: Almost all Leeds scholarships require you to have a Student Application ID (which you get after applying for your course). Apply for your MSc via the .
- Draft Your 100-Word Statement: For the Excellence Scholarship, every word counts. Focus on:
- Specific engineering challenges you want to solve (e.g., green energy, smart cities).
- How Leeds’ world-class facilities (like the Bragg Centre for Materials Research) will help you.
- Check for School-Specific Awards: Some schools, such as Earth and Environment (for Engineering Geology), have independent pots of funding. Check your specific department’s “Fees and Funding” tab.
- Language Requirements: Ensure you meet the English language requirements (usually IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any component) before the June deadline to avoid visa delays.
Pro-Tip: Leeds values “well-rounded” engineers. If you have industry experience, internships, or have led a student technical society, be sure to highlight these in your scholarship statement to stand out in the Excellence category.