Scholarships at Durham University

Summary

The Inspiring Excellence 10K scholarship rewards International Students applying to seven Masters Programmes at Durham University. 

Each scholarship is a competitive award worth £10,000 towards the original tuition fee for a postgraduate taught programme starting in September 2025. The selection will be based on an individual’s achievements and potential for positive impact upon completion of their Postgraduate Degree at Durham University. 

The scholarships are available to all new international students to Durham who meet the eligibility criteria. 

Eligibility Criteria

• have applied to one of the following seven masters programmes specified above for September 2025

• meet or exceed the entry requirements for the programme applied for at Durham University

• be classed as an overseas student for fee-paying purposes

• self-funded and not supported by external sponsor or already be in receipt of any other scholarship (from the university or externally)

• complete the Inspiring Excellence 10K postgraduate scholarships application form by 30 April 2025 (for 1^st Selection) and 08th June 2025 (for 2^nd selection)

• have received an offer for a Master’s programme at Durham University by 04 May 2025 (for 1^st Selection) and 08th June 2025 (for 2^nd selection)