UK Manchester Metropolitan University Ferguson Trust Scholarships 2026

The Manchester Metropolitan University Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships 2026–2027 are now open for applications, offering fully funded master’s opportunities for international students from selected developing countries. These prestigious UK scholarships aim to support talented students by removing financial barriers to postgraduate education.

For the 2026/27 intake, the university is offering three fully funded master’s scholarships, making this a highly competitive but life-changing opportunity for eligible candidates.

The Ferguson Trust Scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package, including:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Maintenance stipend for living expenses
• Financial support for studying in the UK
• Opportunity to study at a leading UK university

This funding is designed to fully remove financial barriers for successful applicants, covering both tuition and basic living costs during the study period.

• Master’s Degree (Postgraduate Taught Programmes)
• Duration: 1 year (full-time)
• Study Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Applicants must apply for an eligible full-time master’s programme at Manchester Metropolitan University. Programs typically include:

• Business and Management
• Engineering
• Social Sciences
• Creative Industries
• Related postgraduate taught degrees

(Eligibility depends on course availability for the 2026–27 cycle.)

This scholarship is specifically targeted at students from 15 developing countries:

• Bangladesh
• Cambodia
• Egypt
• Ghana
• India
• Indonesia
• Kenya
• Morocco
• Myanmar
• Nepal
• Nigeria
• Pakistan
• Sri Lanka
• Vietnam
• Zimbabwe

Applicants must be either nationals of these countries or permanently domiciled in them.

To apply for the Ferguson Trust Scholarship, candidates must:

• Hold citizenship or permanent residency in one of the eligible countries
• Have an offer for a full-time master’s programme at Manchester Metropolitan University
• Be a self-funded international student (not receiving other major funding)
• Meet academic entry requirements of the chosen programme
• Demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership potential

Application Deadline

• Last Date to Apply: 31 May 2026 (5:00 pm BST)

Why This Scholarship Matters

The Ferguson Trust Scholarships are highly significant because they:

• Target students from underrepresented and developing countries
• Fully fund postgraduate education in the UK
• Promote global academic mobility and equality
• Provide access to a top-ranked UK university

With only three awards available, the scholarship is extremely competitive but highly valuable for successful candidates.

About Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University is one of the largest and most respected modern universities in the UK, known for:

• Strong industry-focused education
• Applied research excellence
• High employability outcomes
• Diverse international student community