Europe Postgraduate Chancellor’s Scholarship 2025 at the University of Birmingham

The University of Birmingham is excited to announce the Europe Postgraduate Chancellor’s Scholarships for high-achieving EU and Non-EU European students. This unique opportunity offers three scholarships of £6,000 each, aimed at supporting students enrolling in postgraduate taught master’s programs starting in September 2025.

Scholarship Details:

• Award Amount: £6,000 towards the first year’s tuition fees for full-time postgraduate studies.
• Eligibility: Available to applicants from Romania, Albania, Georgia, Norway, and Ukraine.
• Level of Study: Postgraduate taught master’s programs in diverse fields including:
  • Arts and Law
  • Engineering and Physical Sciences
  • Life and Environmental Sciences
  • Medicine and Health
  • Education
  • European Studies
  • Health Services Management
  • International Development
  • International Relations
  • Local Government Studies
  • Planning
  • Political Science
  • Russian and East European Studies
  • Social Studies
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Teacher Training
  • Urban and Regional Studies

Important: Students enrolling in Business School programs, MPhil, MRes, PhD, and distance-learning courses are not eligible for this scholarship.

Key Eligibility Criteria:

To be considered for this prestigious award, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Program Acceptance: Candidates must receive and accept an offer to study a full-time postgraduate program at the University of Birmingham, starting September 2025, and be based at the Birmingham UK campus.
2. Academic Conditions: The student must meet the academic conditions of their offer.
3. Residency: Applicants must be domiciled in a country represented by the University’s local representatives, namely Azeri Student or Edmundo.
4. Fee Status: Applicants must be classified as an overseas fee payer.
5. Financial Readiness: Candidates should have sufficient funds to cover the full cost of living, travel, and any additional expenses.
6. Engagement: By accepting this scholarship, scholars commit to supporting the University through promotional and engagement activities such as student visits, testimonials, and potentially blogging about their experiences.
7. Representative Registration: Applicants must be registered and have their study application attached to one of the University’s local representatives—Azeri Student or Edmundo—by the deadline.

How to Apply?

1. Register with Local Representatives: Students must register with either Azeri Student or Edmundo.
2. Accept Your Offer: Ensure you accept your offer from the University of Birmingham before the scholarship deadline.
3. Apply by the Deadline: The application for the scholarship closes on 1st July 2025.
4. Selection Process: Scholarships will be awarded based on academic merit, with announcements made in late July or early August 2025.
5. Apply: https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/funding/postgraduate/university-of-birmingham-europe-postgraduate-chancellors-scholarships.

Benefits Beyond Funding:

This scholarship isn’t just about financial support; it’s also an invitation to become an ambassador for the University of Birmingham. Scholars will engage with future students, participate in University events, and contribute to building a supportive and inspiring campus community.