University of Birmingham Postgraduate Access Scholarships 2026

The University of Birmingham Postgraduate Access Scholarships provide £4,000 tuition fee discounts plus wrap-around support for Home students starting a taught Master’s degree in the 2026/27 academic year. The scholarships are part of a wider fund aimed at increasing accessibility and participation in postgraduate study.

£4,000 tuition fee discount; pre-study induction event; membership in the Birmingham Scholar network; tailored study support; study abroad opportunities; mentoring and careers guidance; access to alumni mentor; participation in the Masters Consultancy Challenge; enrolment onto the Postgraduate Birmingham Award; named postgraduate careers adviser.

Be domiciled in the UK (Home fee status). Commence a taught Master’s programme in 2026/27. Self-identify as belonging to at least one under-represented group (e.g., widening participation scheme, care leaver, disability, BME background, etc.).

Apply for your intended Master’s programme via the University of Birmingham Course Finder, then complete the Postgraduate Access Scholarships application form; deadline rounds apply (Round One: 31 March 2026; Round Two: 31 July 2026).