The University of East Anglia is now accepting applications for the 2026 David Sainsbury Scholarship, a prestigious opportunity for outstanding students from developing countries.
This fully funded scholarship will cover tuition fees worth £37,200, provide a living stipend of £20,780, and grant an additional £4,000 for travel expenses.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Reward: Full Tuition (£37,200) | £20,780 Living Stipend | £4,000 Travel Grant
- Deadline: May 31, 2026
Scholarship Details
The 2026 David Sainsbury Scholarship, funded through the David Sainsbury Laboratory, offers a fully funded Master’s degree program at the University of East Anglia (UEA). The scholarship is designed for one year and includes both five core taught modules and a five-month research project, making it an intensive and highly specialized program.
This opportunity provides exceptional academic training, research exposure, and financial support to talented students from developing countries, equipping them with skills that can drive global impact in plant health and related fields.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the UEA David Sainsbury Scholarship, applicants must:
- Have received an offer of admission to the MSc in Global Plant Health at the University of East Anglia.
- Be a national of or domiciled in a least-developed, low-income, or lower-middle-income country listed on the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) list for 2026-27.
- Apply early, as the number of scholarships available is limited and awards are made on a rolling basis.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected candidates will receive:
- Full coverage of tuition fees (£37,200 for international students or £18,850 for UK students)
- A maintenance allowance (UKRI postgraduate stipend rate, estimated at £20,780 for 2026-27)
- An additional £4,000 for travel expenses (based on valid economy class travel receipts)
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents for submission:
- Completed Application Form
- Academic transcripts
- Research outputs (e.g., published thesis, awards, certificates) to demonstrate academic excellence
- Recommendation letters
- Passport data page or National ID
- Proof of English language proficiency
How to Apply
To apply for this scholarship;
- Apply for an MSc degree at the University of East Anglia.
- Applicants will be evaluated for the scholarship based on the same criteria used to evaluate their application to enroll on the course.
- Prepare all the required documents
- Apply for the scholarship
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