Masters Scholarship in UK for Life Science Graduates
A Masters Scholarship in the UK is now available for talented life science graduates who want to study at one of the world’s leading universities. The University of Edinburgh is offering a prestigious Biotech Scholarship through the School of Biological Sciences for the 2026–2027 academic year. This Scholarship opportunity for Life Science graduates provides financial support of £10,000 for postgraduate students from South Asia and South-East Asia. If you are searching for a Master’s Scholarship, this is an excellent opportunity to pursue advanced education in fields such as biotechnology, genetics, bioinformatics, and drug discovery while studying in the UK.
About the University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is one of the world’s top research institutions and a leader in life sciences education. Its School of Biological Sciences is internationally recognized for groundbreaking research in genetics, biotechnology, ecology, and biomedical sciences. The university offers state-of-the-art research facilities, world-class faculty, and a vibrant international academic community. Through initiatives like this Masters Scholarship, the university aims to attract talented students globally and support the next generation of scientists and innovators.
Masters Scholarship Details:
- Scholarship Name: South and South-East Asia Academic Excellence Masters Scholarship
- Institution: University of Edinburgh
- School: School of Biological Sciences
- Academic Year: 2026–2027
- Deadline: 31 March 2026 (23:59 UK Time)
- Notification: Successful applicants will be notified in June 2026
Award
Limited number of scholarships available £10,000 each
The award will:
- Be tenable for one academic year
- Be automatically deducted from tuition fees
- Any remaining amount will be awarded toward living costs
Scholarship holders are expected to actively participate in the postgraduate community and present their work to students and staff during the award period.
Eligible Programmes
- Animal Breeding and Genetics
- Biochemistry
- Bioinformatics
- Biotechnology
- Data Science for Biology
- Drug Discovery and Translational Biology
- Ecology, Evolution and Biodiversity
- Evolutionary Genetics
- Human Complex Trait Genetics
- Quantitative Genetics and Genome Analysis
- Synthetic Biology and Biotechnology
Eligibility for Masters Scholarship
- Must have received an offer for a postgraduate taught master’s programme at the School of Biological Sciences starting September 2026
- Must have or expect to obtain the equivalent of a UK First Class Honours degree
- Must be domiciled in and a national of South Asia or South-East Asia
Criteria
Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit
Who Can Apply?
- Applicants from South Asia or South-East Asia
- Students who have received an admission offer to an eligible MSc programme in the School of Biological Sciences
- Candidates who have or expect to obtain the equivalent of a UK First Class Honours undergraduate degree
How to Apply?
- Apply for admission to the University of Edinburgh.
- After submitting the admission application, wait up to five working days for system access.
- Complete the online scholarship application available in EUCLID via MyEd portal
Contact: Email: [email protected]
