What University of Sheffield International Postgraduate Scholarship actually covers.
The University of Sheffield International Postgraduate Scholarship offers £3,000 tuition fee discounts to eligible overseas students starting a postgraduate taught degree at Sheffield in September 2026. This competitive merit-based scholarship is designed to attract talented international students to one of the UK's leading research universities. The University of Sheffield is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and is known for its world-class research and outstanding teaching quality across a wide range of disciplines. The scholarship is awarded automatically as a tuition fee discount to eligible self-funded overseas students who accept their offer before the specified deadline. No additional application is required, making it easily accessible to African students who have secured a place on a postgraduate taught programme at Sheffield. The university offers programmes in engineering, science, medicine, social sciences, arts, and management, among other fields. This scholarship represents an excellent opportunity for African students to access high-quality UK education at a reduced cost, helping to develop the skills and knowledge needed to drive development back in their home countries.
Who can apply.
Open to masters applicants seeking to study in United Kingdom. Eligible nationalities are listed below.
46 more eligible countries — full list available on the official application page.
Every academic discipline is accepted.
This programme does not restrict by field. Research proposals across humanities, sciences, engineering, agriculture, and medicine are all accepted.
From here to submitted.
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Save itAdd this to your shortlist so we can recommend similar scholarships and remind you of the deadline.
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Prepare your documentsMost providers ask for the same set — transcripts, references, a personal statement, ID. Use the checklist below to track progress across all your applications.
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Apply on the provider's siteSubmit on the provider's site before July 7, 2026.
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Track the outcomeAdd to your tracker so you can update the status as the provider responds (shortlisted, interview, decision).
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Other scholarships worth a parallel application.
Same eligibility window or destination. Many strong applicants apply to three or four programmes per cycle.