University of East Anglia announces International PG Merit Scholarship for 2026-27 intake

The University of East Anglia has announced the International PG Merit Scholarship for the 2026–2027 academic year. The scholarship is for meritorious Indian students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in September 2026 or January 2027.

Eligible Indian students will receive a guaranteed award based on their undergraduate academic performance. Those holding the equivalent of a UK 2:1 bachelor’s degree will receive GBP 7,000, while applicants with the equivalent of a UK 2:2 classification will be granted GBP 6,000.

The award will be deducted directly from tuition fees and is applicable for the first year of study, according to the press release from the University.

–Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology –Engineering, Mathematics and Physics

–Literature, Drama and Creative Writing –Media, Language and Communication Studies

–Politics, Philosophy, Language and Communication Studies –MA The Arts of Africa, Oceania and The Americas

Indian applicants stand to gain as no separate application is required, and the scholarship is automatically applied for once a student receives an offer from the UEA.

Indian students interested in applying can access full details of eligible courses, application processes, and the complete scholarship criteria here: uea.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/scholarships/international-pg-merit-scholarship-A-2026- The scholarship is available only in conjunction with the International Early Payment Awards and cannot be combined with any other UEA Scholarships. If a student qualifies for a UEA Scholarship of higher value, that award will automatically take precedence and replace this one.

Candidates whose tuition fees are fully sponsored by an external organisation or government body are not eligible. However, government or educational loans that require repayment do not impact eligibility.

Speaking about the announcement, Prof Steven McGuire, UEA’s Pro-Vice-Chancellor International, said, “We want to make sure that bright international students, especially from India and the broader South Asian region, have access to high-quality, postgraduate education, and meaningful research opportunities. These scholarships are meant to recognise strong academic achievement and reduce financial burden. We hope this assistance helps students begin their advanced studies with greater confidence, security, and a strong sense of belonging to the UEA.”