The University of Exeter has officially opened applications for The Glanely Food and Farming Scholarship, a prestigious award designed to support outstanding students joining the MA Food Studies programme for the 2026/2027 academic year. With a generous £5,000 tuition fee reduction offered to up to five full-time students, this scholarship provides meaningful financial support for individuals passionate about food systems, sustainability, agriculture, and global food policy.
This announcement is significant for both home and international applicants, making it a globally inclusive opportunity for students preparing to build impactful careers in food-related sectors.
What This Scholarship Offers?
The Glanely Food and Farming Scholarship is intentionally crafted to uplift individuals with the strongest academic or practical backgrounds in food, agriculture, sustainability, culinary studies, or related fields. The award provides:
- £5,000 reduction in tuition fees, applied directly at enrolment
- A merit-based selection process focusing on:
- Strength of previous achievement (academic or practical)
- Potential for outstanding performance in the MA Food Studies programme
- Alignment between the applicant’s career goals and the programme content.
The award is valid for one academic year and serves as a substantial contribution toward tuition costs, though it does not cover fees in full. Its primary mission is to help talented students reduce financial barriers as they pursue advanced training in critical areas of food and farming.
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is open to a wide range of applicants. To be considered:
- You must be applying for full-time study in the MA Food Studies programme for 2026/2027.
- Both Home (UK) and International applicants are eligible.
- You must demonstrate:
- A relevant background connected to the field of study
- Strong potential for exceptional performance on the MA
- Clear, well-aligned career ambitions shaped by food, agriculture, or sustainability sectors
This scholarship is particularly ideal for students aiming for careers in food policy, food heritage studies, agriculture development, food justice advocacy, sustainable food systems, research, or industry-level food innovation.
How to Apply?
Applicants must complete an online application form and submit a covering letter (max 500 words) addressing the following:
- Your relevant background and how it connects with the MA Food Studies programme.
- Your potential for exceptional academic or professional performance during the programme.
- How the MA Food Studies aligns with your long-term career goals in food and farming sectors.
The application will undergo initial eligibility checks followed by evaluation by an academic selection panel.
Apply: https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/funding/award/?id=5701.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for The Glanely Food and Farming Scholarship is 15 March 2026.
All applicants will be informed of their results by 8 April 2026 via email.