Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships
Value of Award
Tuition Fee Waiver plus £12,500 Stipend
Eligible Intake
Sep - 2026
Number of Awards
3
Awarding Institution
University Of Sheffield
Overview
About the Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
Benefits and Financial Coverage
How to Apply
Application Timeline and Deadlines
Selection Process
FAQ
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Overview
Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships for Indian Students offers funding for postgraduate study at University of Sheffield, including tuition and maintenance stipend.
About the Scholarship
The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships are designed to support talented students from developing countries who wish to pursue postgraduate studies at the University of Sheffield. These scholarships not only cover tuition fees but also provide a maintenance stipend, alleviating the financial burden on students. The initiative reflects the university's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment. Eligible applicants must demonstrate academic excellence and hold an offer for a relevant master's program at the university, ensuring that students can focus on their studies without financial stress.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships, applicants must be nationals of, or permanently domiciled in, one of the designated developing countries. Furthermore, candidates should hold an unconditional offer for a postgraduate program at the University of Sheffield starting in September 2026. The selection criteria emphasize academic excellence, with only the most qualified students being considered. The scholarships are not limited by gender, allowing all eligible applicants to apply regardless of their gender. Additionally, the award can cover essential costs such as tuition fees and living expenses to ensure students can maximize their academic potential.
Benefits and Financial Coverage
The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships provide significant financial support to eligible students. Awardees receive a full tuition fee waiver, which covers the cost of their postgraduate study at the University of Sheffield. In addition, successful applicants are granted a maintenance stipend of £12,500 to assist with living expenses, ensuring that they can focus on their studies without financial stress. This comprehensive support makes the scholarship an excellent opportunity for international students from developing countries aiming to pursue higher education.
How to Apply
Ensure you have an unconditional offer for an eligible postgraduate program at the University of Sheffield starting in September 2026.
Automatic consideration for the scholarship occurs upon acceptance to one of the eligible courses.
If you meet the nationality requirements, you will be automatically assessed for the scholarship without a separate application.
Check for additional application details and potential updates from the university.
Application Timeline and Deadlines
The application deadline for the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships is 1pm (UK time) on Monday 2 June 2026. Candidates who apply before this deadline will receive communication regarding their application status by Friday 18 July 2026.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships is highly competitive and based on academic excellence. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be automatically considered for the scholarship when they receive an offer to study at the University of Sheffield. Those shortlisted may be contacted for further information or confirmation of their application, ensuring that only the most qualified candidates are awarded the scholarship.
FAQs
Further details are available on the University of Sheffield's official scholarship page.
The scholarship is available to international students from designated developing countries who hold an offer to study a postgraduate course at the University of Sheffield.
The scholarship includes a full tuition fee waiver and a maintenance stipend of £12,500.
Applicants must be nationals of specific developing countries and hold an unconditional offer for a relevant master's program.
The application deadline is 1pm (UK time) on Monday 2 June 2026.
All candidates who apply before the deadline will be contacted regarding the outcome of their application by Friday 18 July 2026.
Yes, the scholarship is open to all genders.
No, eligible candidates are automatically considered upon receiving an offer.
