The University of Nottingham invites applications for the Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship 2026, a fully funded opportunity covering 100% or 50% of full-time master’s tuition fees in the United Kingdom (UK).
This one-year scholarship aims to support innovative and passionate students from Africa, South Asia, and selected Commonwealth countries who can demonstrate exceptional creativity in developing impactful solutions for their home countries.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom (UK)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African, South Asian, and Commonwealth Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship (50% or 100% tuition coverage)
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: April 15, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship is the flagship master’s scholarship of the University of Nottingham, established in 2001 to empower students from developing nations. The program is designed for international students who are passionate about transforming the economic, environmental, structural, social, or political sectors in their home countries.
By offering financial support and access to world-class education, the scholarship seeks to nurture global change-makers who can return home equipped with the knowledge and skills to drive meaningful development.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the University of Nottingham Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Be domiciled in Africa, India, or one of the selected Commonwealth countries.
- Be classified as an overseas student for tuition fee purposes.
- Hold an offer of admission to study a full-time master’s (including MRes) for the 2025/2026 academic session at the University of Nottingham (UK).
- Be applying to one of the following faculties:
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the University of Nottingham Developing Solutions Scholarship 2026 will receive:
- 50% or 100% coverage of tuition fees for the master’s program.
- Access to a global learning community and professional development opportunities.
- Support to gain the skills and expertise needed to contribute to sustainable development in their home countries.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants will be evaluated primarily on how effectively they can:
- Demonstrate their vision and actionable plan for creating solutions that address key challenges in their home country.
- Connect their proposed solutions to the learning outcomes of their chosen program at Nottingham.
- Show clarity, creativity, and commitment in their responses.
Where the applicant’s alignment with the Developing Solutions ethos is clear, additional criteria such as academic excellence, motivation for studying at Nottingham, and past achievements will also be considered.
Applicants should note that there is a strict word count limit for all questions in the application form. Responses exceeding this limit may not be reviewed, so ensure you stay within the specified limits before submission.
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Nottingham Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship:
- Use the “CLICK HERE TO APPLY” button to visit the application portal.
- Apply for and receive an offer to study a full-time master’s (including MRes) program at the University of Nottingham for the 2026/27 academic year before applying for the scholarship.
- Once you receive your admission offer, submit your scholarship application via the NottinghamHub scholarship section.
- If you are applying for an MRes course, send an email to [email protected]k for application guidance.
Apply now and take advantage of this life-changing opportunity to study in the United Kingdom while contributing to the development of your home country.
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