The University of Sussex has officially announced the opening of its John Kinghorn Scholarship in Engineering for the 2026–2027 academic cohort, offering a valuable financial boost to high-achieving international students pursuing a full-time master’s degree in engineering. This news article guides you through what this scholarship is about, who can apply, its benefits, and the key deadline applicants must prepare for as they plan their studies for the September 2026 intake.
This donor-funded scholarship is designed to support outstanding applicants committed to advancing their expertise in engineering. A total of three scholarships are available for 2026, with one award specifically reserved for a female applicant to encourage stronger representation of women in STEM fields. This guide explains everything you need to know before submitting your application once the call officially opens.
What This Scholarship Offers?
The John Kinghorn Scholarship provides £10,000 as a tuition fee reduction for selected master’s students entering the Engineering Department at the University of Sussex. The award aims to ease financial challenges for deserving international candidates while supporting academic growth across emerging engineering specializations.
Eligible master’s programmes for 2026 include:
- 5G Mobile Communications and Intelligent Embedded Systems MSc
- 5G Mobile Communications and Intelligent Embedded Systems (with Industrial Placement Year) MSc
- Advanced Electronic and Electrical Engineering MSc
- Advanced Electronic and Electrical Engineering (with Industrial Placement Year) MSc
- Advanced Mechanical Engineering MSc
- Engineering Business Management MSc
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems MSc
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems (with a Masters Industrial Placement) MSc
- Robotics and Autonomous Systems (with an Industrial Placement Year) MSc
Three scholarships will be awarded in total, with one seat reserved exclusively for a female applicant.
Eligibility Checks for 2026 Applicants
To ensure you qualify before the scholarship portal opens, review these mandatory eligibility conditions:
You must have received and accepted a full-time offer to study one of the eligible engineering master’s programmes beginning in September 2026 at the University of Sussex. Only applicants enrolled in the Engineering Department are considered.
Your application must demonstrate strong academic potential and genuine motivation for pursuing advanced studies in engineering. Applicants will be required to submit a detailed statement outlining their academic achievements, professional aspirations, and any relevant work or extracurricular activities that align with the chosen master’s programme.
The competition is open to all qualified international and UK candidates, with an emphasis on academic excellence and alignment with the engineering discipline.
Deadline for the 2026 Scholarship
The last date to apply for the John Kinghorn Scholarship in Engineering is 1 May 2026 at 23:59