Manchester Master’s Bursary

We are committed to widening participation in master’s study and award a number of bursaries each year.

For the 2024/25 academic year, we are delighted to announce that we can offer 125 bursaries worth £4,000 per selected student. The bursaries are aimed at helping students from underrepresented groups access postgraduate education.

Any student who has applied for an eligible Master’s course may apply for the Bursary. Having a confirmed Master’s course placement is not required at this stage.

Aline Egan Legacy

Each year for the next three academic years, up to 50 of our annual bursaries will made possible thanks to the generosity of alumna, Aline Egan, who chose to remember the University in her will.

Her donation will help to ensure the next generation of talented and deserving students are able to access the same world-class education she was fortunate to receive.

With the legacy donation starting in 2023/24, Aline’s legacy will impact the lives of up to 200 students, who will be known as The Aline Egan Scholars.

Bicentenary Humanities Bursaries for 2024 cycle 

In celebration of The University of Manchester’s Bicentenary year, there will be an additional 25 bursaries available for students applying to programmes in the Faculty of Humanities. 

The 2024 bursary scheme

The 2024 bursary scheme is now open to applications. 

To apply you will need to complete the application form. Please ensure you read through all of the guidance before applying and download our supporting evidence checklist (Word Doc, 24.8KB) to help you with your application. 

The deadline to apply is Friday, 14 June 2024 at 23.59pm.