The Hornby Trust Scholarship is now open for applications for the 2026 academic session, offering a fully funded opportunity to outstanding English language teachers and education professionals from low- and middle-income countries.
The scholarship supports selected candidates to pursue the Master of Education (MEd TESOL) programme at the University of Exeter by covering tuition, travel, and a generous living stipend.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Exeter
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Low- and Middle-Income Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | £15,500 Stipend | Accommodation | Travel Costs
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: February 9, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Hornby Trust Scholarship provides up to ten fully funded positions for applicants who meet the University of Exeter’s admission requirements for the MEd TESOL programme starting in September 2026.
The scholarship focuses on developing highly skilled English language educators who can contribute to the advancement of language teaching in their home countries. It targets individuals from low- and middle-income nations listed in the OECD DAC, prioritising those who have demonstrated academic excellence, professional experience, and a strong commitment to improving English language education.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Hornby Trust Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be residents of, and currently employed in, a low- or middle-income country listed in the OECD DAC.
- Have at least three years of full-time TESOL teaching experience or related professional work after their first degree.
- Hold an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) or higher, or possess a related postgraduate qualification.
- First complete a standard postgraduate application to the University of Exeter for the MEd TESOL programme to obtain an Exeter student number.
- Include the Exeter student number when applying for the Hornby Scholarship.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- A minimum stipend of £15,500, paid monthly, to cover accommodation and living expenses (final amount confirmed upon award)
- Return international travel costs
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare:
- Undergraduate or postgraduate degree certificate
- Proof of at least 3 years’ TESOL-related professional experience
- Completed University of Exeter admission application
- Exeter student number
- Additional supporting documents as requested on the scholarship portal
How to Apply
To apply for the Hornby Trust Scholarship:
- Visit the application webpage
- First complete the University of Exeter MEd TESOL admission form
- Obtain your Exeter student number, which is required for the scholarship application
- Complete the Hornby Scholarship application form using your student number
- Submit all required documents before the deadline
Important Dates:
- Application Deadline: February 9, 2026
- Shortlisting Notification: By March 6, 2026
- Interview Dates: March 16–25, 2026
- Final Outcome Notification: By April 2, 2026
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