University of Sheffield UK Siddall Sheffield Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

The Siddall Sheffield Scholarship is a prestigious fully funded UK Master’s scholarship offered by the University of Sheffield for academically outstanding US students pursuing a one-year Master’s degree in Engineering. This highly competitive award covers 100% of tuition fees and provides a generous living stipend, allowing recipients to focus entirely on their academic and research goals in the United Kingdom.

Funded through a generous endowment by Dr Graham Siddall and Mrs Brenda Siddall, this scholarship supports future engineering leaders who demonstrate innovation, academic excellence, and a commitment to community development.

Students selected for the Siddall Sheffield Scholarship will receive:

• Full tuition fee waiver for a one-year Engineering Master’s
• £18,000 living stipend
• Total scholarship value of approximately £50,000
• Study at a top UK Russell Group university
• Access to world-class engineering research facilities
• Opportunity to develop industry-relevant technical and research skills
• Strong academic and professional network in the UK

• Master’s Degree (MSc / MEng)

The scholarship applies to any of the Engineering Master’s courses at Sheffield, including but not limited to:

1. Mechanical Engineering MSc
2. Aerospace Engineering MSc
3. Advanced Manufacturing Technologies MSc
4. Electronic and Electrical Engineering MSc
5. Civil and Structural Engineering MSc

Find a full list at: sheffield.ac.uk/engineering/study/postgraduate

Open to applicants from USA.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a US citizen
• Must have studied previously in the United States
• Must be a non-UK resident and not have lived in the UK long-term
• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field before arriving in the UK
• Must have a strong academic record (preferred GPA of 3.7 or above)
• Must receive an offer for a one-year full-time Master’s programme in Engineering at the University of Sheffield
• Must be self-funded and classified as an overseas student
• Must not be in receipt of any other sponsored or external funding

Follow these steps to apply for the Siddall Sheffield Scholarship:

• Apply for a one-year Master’s degree in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sheffield
• Secure support from a member of academic staff in your chosen department for your research proposal
• Prepare the following documents:

1. Scholarship application form
2. Academic reference and endorsement letter
3. 500-word research project proposal
4. 500-word civic engagement essay

• Submit the scholarship application online
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview
• Final scholarship decisions will be announced after interviews

Deadline: The application deadline varies each year, so applicants are advised to check the University of Sheffield’s official website for the most up-to-date closing date.

Selection Criteria

Applications will be evaluated based on:

1. Academic merit (50%) – Proven academic excellence and technical innovation.
2. Research contribution (25%) – Relevance of the proposed project to the Faculty of Engineering’s research.
3. Civic engagement (25%) – Community involvement and leadership outside of academics.