A major announcement has just dropped for international students planning their postgraduate journey for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Ruth Page Postgraduate Masters Scholarship is now officially open, offering one outstanding student from Oceania, Indonesia, or Japan the chance to study at the School of Divinity with full tuition fees covered. If you are aiming for a Master’s degree in September 2026, this scholarship could be your most valuable opportunity.
This article walks you through everything you need to know before applying—what the scholarship covers, who it is meant for, and the key deadline to keep on your radar.
What This Scholarship Is All About?
The Ruth Page Scholarship was created to honour Ruth Page, the first woman to serve as Principal of New College. Her commitment to academic excellence and global inclusion continues through this award, which supports new Master’s students entering the School of Divinity.
For the 2026–2027 cohort, the scholarship will remain open until 1 April 2026, giving international students several months to prepare strong, complete applications.
This single award is highly competitive and designed for students who want to join a vibrant, research-led community while advancing their academic career in theology, religious studies, philosophy, ethics, and related fields.
What You Will Receive if Selected?
As an international applicant, here’s exactly what the Ruth Page Scholarship gives you:
1# Full Tuition Fee Coverage
Your entire tuition fee for one academic year will be covered. The amount is directly deducted from your fee invoice, so you won’t need to pay upfront.
2# Access to a Strong Postgraduate Community
The School of Divinity expects the selected scholar to be actively involved in postgraduate seminars, workshops, and discussions—giving you a chance to grow academically and professionally.
3# Training and Academic Development Opportunities
Throughout your Master’s, you’ll have access to training sessions, research skills development, and academic presentation opportunities.
Important: The scholarship covers tuition fees only. You will still need to fund your living costs such as accommodation, meals, travel, and books.
Eligibility Checks for International Students
Before you apply, make sure you fit all the required eligibility conditions.
1# Nationality Requirement: You must be from Oceania, Indonesia, or Japan. Applications from any other region will not be considered.
2# Academic Program Requirement: You must apply for a postgraduate Master’s degree in the School of Divinity, beginning in September 2026 and both taught Master’s programs and Master’s by Research programs qualify.
3# Academic Achievement: You must have (or expect to earn) an undergraduate qualification equivalent to a UK First Class or 2:1 Honours degree and strong academic performance is essential.
4# New Applicants Only: Only students newly applying for the 2026 intake are eligible. Current students cannot apply.
Deadline for the 2026–2027 Scholarship
The last date to apply for the Ruth Page Postgraduate Masters Scholarship is 1 April 2026 at 23:59 (UK Time) and all applicants will be informed of the results by the end of June 2026.