The Aston University Ferguson Scholarship offers a fully funded postgraduate opportunity worth £28,500 for students from Africa and India for the 2026/27 academic session.
The Ferguson Scholarship UK 2026 is supported by the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, an organization committed to expanding educational opportunities for talented students who may not otherwise have the financial means to study in the United Kingdom. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides additional funding to support living expenses during the study period.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries & India
- No IELTS Required
- Reward: Full Scholarship worth £22,500 tuition + £6,000 living allowance
- Deadline: May 29, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Aston University Ferguson Scholarships are funded by the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, a philanthropic foundation established in 1979 by John and Elnora Ferguson, the son and daughter-in-law of Allan and Nesta Ferguson. The Trust was created to continue the family’s long-standing commitment to education, peacebuilding, and poverty reduction in developing countries.
John and Elnora spent many years working across different parts of the world supporting educational development, improving teaching practices, and promoting global understanding. Their experiences inspired the foundation’s mission to support projects that help people live safer and more prosperous lives through education and community development.
Since its establishment, the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust has distributed nearly £60 million to charities and initiatives in the United Kingdom and internationally, funding programs that expand access to education and support sustainable development. Through the Aston University Ferguson Scholarship, the foundation continues this mission by helping talented students from developing regions pursue postgraduate studies in the UK.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Aston University Ferguson Scholarship, applicants must:
- Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for one of the eligible postgraduate courses at Aston University
- Be a national of India or an African country
- Possess a minimum of a 2:1 degree or its equivalent in a relevant discipline
- Submit a strong personal statement as part of the course application
- Be applying as a self-funded international student
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Aston University Ferguson Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage worth £22,500
- Additional £6,000 contribution toward living expenses
- Opportunity to study at a top UK university with advanced research facilities
- Access to international academic and professional networks
Available Courses
The Ferguson Scholarships are available to students applying for the following postgraduate taught programmes:
- MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences
- MSc Drug Delivery
- MSc Pharmacokinetics
- MSc Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine
- MSc Biotechnology
- MSc Psychology (Conversion Programme)
- MSc Neuroscience for Drug Discovery
- MSc Addiction and Mental Health
- MSc Bioinformatics and Genomic Medicine
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants should prepare to submit:
- Admission application for one of the eligible courses
- Personal statement
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- Any additional documents requested by Aston University during admission
How to Apply
To apply for the Aston University Ferguson Scholarship 2026, interested and qualified candidates should follow the steps below:
- Apply for your preferred course by selecting “APPLY NOW” on the relevant course webpage at Aston University
- After submitting the course application, complete the scholarship application web form before the deadline
- During the scholarship application, include your 9-digit Aston University application number (beginning with 25…)
- Review all information carefully and submit your application
Important Notes
- The final extended deadline for scholarship applications is May 29, 2026 (midnight UK time)
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified in July 2026 via email
For additional inquiries about the scholarship, applicants can contact:
Bhavisha Koner – [email protected]
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