Global Excellence Scholarship 2027 | Study in United Kingdom — University of Exeter
A tiered scholarship structure gives applicants a realistic goal to aim for even if the very top award feels out of reach, since a meaningful reduction is still available further down the scale.
About the Scholarship
The Global Excellence Scholarship at the University of Exeter rewards strong international applicants to taught master’s programmes with one of three possible award levels, five thousand pounds, ten thousand pounds, or a full waiver of first-year international tuition fees. It sits alongside Exeter’s separate, larger Exeter Excellence Scholarships, which offer a flat fifteen thousand pounds to a capped number of undergraduate and postgraduate students each cycle, so strong applicants should check both schemes to understand their full range of options. Eligibility for the Global Excellence tier is based on being classified as an international student for fee purposes, including EU students required to pay the international rate.
Scholarship Benefits
- A tiered award of five thousand pounds, ten thousand pounds, or a full first-year fee waiver
- Applied directly as a reduction to international tuition fees
- Available across a broad range of taught master’s programmes at Exeter
- Multiple award levels, giving a wider pool of applicants a realistic chance
- Compatible with checking Exeter’s separate, larger Exeter Excellence Scholarships
Eligibility Criteria
- Be classified as an international student for tuition fee purposes, including EU students paying the international rate
- Hold an offer for an eligible taught master’s programme at the University of Exeter
- Demonstrate strong academic achievement in your prior qualification
- Apply within the scholarship’s stated window for your chosen intake
- Not already hold funding that fully covers the equivalent tuition cost
- Meet all standard academic and English language conditions of your course offer
Fields of Study Covered
The scholarship is available across a broad range of taught master’s programmes at Exeter, spanning business, law, the humanities, social sciences and the natural sciences, with the specific list of eligible courses confirmed through the university’s funding pages each cycle.
Required Documents
- A confirmed offer letter for an eligible Exeter taught master’s course
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates demonstrating strong prior achievement
- A completed Global Excellence Scholarship application
- Proof of international fee status
- English language test results where required by the course
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Apply for and secure an offer on an eligible Exeter taught master’s course
- Check both the Global Excellence Scholarship and the separate Exeter Excellence Scholarship to see which better fits your profile
- Complete the relevant scholarship application through Exeter’s funding pages
- Submit transcripts and certificates confirming your academic record
- Wait for Exeter’s scholarship decision, generally confirmed after a review of eligible applications
- Accept your course place and scholarship award according to the instructions provided
Selection Process
Exeter’s scholarships panel reviews eligible international applicants’ academic records and overall application strength, allocating the five thousand pound, ten thousand pound or full first-year fee waiver tier based on the relative strength of each application within that cycle.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
- Apply to both the Global Excellence Scholarship and the separate, larger Exeter Excellence Scholarship if you believe you might qualify for either
- Submit your application as early as possible once your course offer is confirmed
- Present a clear, well organized academic transcript, since merit is the central criterion for this award
- Confirm your EU or international fee status directly with Exeter if you are unsure how you are classified
- Compare this with the Bath Global Excellence Scholarship if you are also considering nearby universities in the south west of England
- Look at the Felix Scholarships as a fully funded alternative if your subject and nationality also fit that scheme
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the possible award amounts for this scholarship?
Five thousand pounds, ten thousand pounds, or a full waiver of first-year international tuition fees, depending on the strength of the application.
Is this the same as the Exeter Excellence Scholarship?
No, the Exeter Excellence Scholarship is a separate, larger scheme offering a flat fifteen thousand pounds to a capped number of students, distinct from the tiered Global Excellence Scholarship.
Can EU students apply?
Yes, EU students required to pay the international fee rate in 2027 are eligible to apply.
Does the scholarship cover undergraduate study?
The Global Excellence Scholarship described here applies to taught master’s programmes, while Exeter’s separate Excellence Scholarship covers both undergraduate and postgraduate study.
Is financial need assessed for this scholarship?
No, the award is based on academic merit rather than documented financial need.
How is the award paid?
It is applied directly as a reduction to international tuition fees rather than paid as a separate cash stipend.