About
Northumbria University is a research-rich, business-focused, professional university located in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degree programs across multiple academic disciplines. Recognized as Modern University of the Year 2025, Northumbria is ranked in the top 25 for research power in the UK and has achieved Gold for student outcomes in the Teaching Excellence Framework. The university has a global footprint with partnerships across 17 institutions in 10 countries and an alumni network of over 277,000 graduates in 178 countries worldwide.
Funding Opportunities
St. Nicholas Scholarship
The St. Nicholas Scholarship is offered by Northumbria University in partnership with the St Nicholas Educational Trust to support young people in Newcastle pursuing undergraduate education. The scholarship awards two students £2,500 per year (to a total of £7,500) during their three-year undergraduate studies. The St Nicholas Educational Trust was established to provide financial assistance and promote the education of young people in Newcastle. This scholarship aims to transform the lives of two Northumbria Undergraduate students by providing financial support that can be used to enhance their learning and overall university experience. Recipients are selected through a competitive application process and must meet specific eligibility criteria including being under 25 years old, residing in Newcastle upon Tyne for five years or more, having a household income under £25,000, and holding UK/Home fee status.
Rolton Group Engineering Scholarship 2026/27
The Rolton Scholarship is an undergraduate scholarship program designed to support women pursuing engineering studies at Northumbria University. The scholarship awards two female students £4,000 each, paid in instalments throughout the first three years of their degree program. The scholarship is specifically aimed at women from underrepresented backgrounds, including those from neighborhoods with low progression rates to higher education, from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, or those who have declared a physical and/or mental health condition, long-term illness, or learning difference. Recipients are selected by Rolton based on a competitive written application process. The scholarship is available for students enrolling in September 2026 in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering programs at the Newcastle Upon Tyne campus.
HORIBA Scholarship for 26/27
The HORIBA Scholarship is offered by HORIBA Foundation UK, a leading global company specialising in analytical technology and measurement devices. This scholarship awards two students studying eligible science and engineering programmes at Northumbria University with £2,000 per year during their undergraduate studies, totaling £6,000 over three years. The scholarship aims to support students from underrepresented backgrounds in higher education, including those from neighbourhoods with low progression rates to higher education, students from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, and students with declared physical/mental health conditions, long-term illness, or learning differences. Beyond financial support, the scholarship offers coaching and mentorship opportunities, as well as visits to HORIBA's UK facilities. The program is designed to enhance the overall university learning experience and inspire students who may not otherwise attend university to pursue their dreams in science and engineering.
Raman Sehgal Scholarships
The Raman Sehgal Scholarships are part of the NUAspire Scholarship Programme at Northumbria University. These scholarships award two students a total of £4,000 each, paid in instalments throughout the first three years of undergraduate study. The scholarships are designed to support underrepresented and disadvantaged students in Higher Education, helping them focus on their studies and manage budgeting challenges. The programme specifically targets students from neighbourhoods with low progression rates to Higher Education, students from Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, and students who have declared a physical and/or mental health condition, long-term illness, or learning difference. Recipients must be UK/Home students studying full-time on eligible programmes in Nursing and Healthcare Sciences, Health and Social Care, or Bio-Science programmes at the Newcastle Upon Tyne campus starting in September 2026.
The Ribston Limited Scholarships
The Ribston Limited Scholarships are provided to support BSc (Hons) Real Estate students at Northumbria University. Through the Higher Education Without Barriers Campaign, Ribston Limited has pledged to establish four undergraduate scholarships designed to make higher education more achievable for academically talented students regardless of their social or economic circumstances. The scholarships aim to provide financial assistance to students from underrepresented backgrounds, helping them focus on their studies and assist with budgeting throughout their undergraduate journey. The program specifically targets students who live in neighbourhoods with low progression rates to higher education, students from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, or students who have declared a physical and/or mental health condition, long-term illness, or learning difference. Each scholarship awards £4,000 total, paid in instalments throughout years one, two and three of the degree program.
MGL Group Undergraduate Scholarship
The MGL Group has pledged to support one Undergraduate scholarship aligned to Northumbria's Higher Education without Barriers Campaign for September 2026 entry. Through the HEWB Fund, Northumbria are providing a range of financial initiatives to make participation and progression in higher education more achievable for academically talented students regardless of their social or economic circumstances. The scholarship will award one student who chooses to study on one of the eligible programmes £1,500 throughout years one, two and three (to a total of £4,500). The money can be used to enhance the overall learning experience. Students who meet at least one of the following characteristics will be considered: from the North East of England and live in a neighbourhood with a low progression rate to Higher Education, from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, or have declared a physical and/or mental health condition, long-term illness, or learning difference on their UCAS form.
Cobham-Ultra UK Undergraduate Scholarships for September 2026
The Cobham-Ultra UK Undergraduate Scholarship is a prestigious award offered by Northumbria University in partnership with Cobham-Ultra. This scholarship supports UK/Home students from underrepresented backgrounds who are pursuing Engineering, Environment, Mathematics, or Physics programmes at Northumbria University. Two scholarships of £3,500 each are awarded to eligible students during their first year of undergraduate study only. The funding can be used to enhance the overall university learning experience. The scholarship aims to ensure that higher education is accessible to all talented students and supports Northumbria's 'Higher Education without Barriers' campaign. Students must meet specific widening participation criteria, including living in neighborhoods with low progression rates to higher education, being from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, or having declared a physical/mental health condition, long-term illness, or learning difference. Recipients are required to provide thank you letters and progress updates to the donor as part of their obligations.
The Vaughan Oliver Graphic Design Scholarships in Association with 4AD
Northumbria University offers The Vaughan Oliver Graphic Design Scholarships in association with 4AD to support undergraduate students pursuing BA (Hons) Graphic Design. This scholarship commemorates Vaughan Oliver (1957-2019), a visionary graphic designer from County Durham who became one of the most influential practitioners of his generation. The scholarships are awarded to two students annually, providing £2,500 during the first year of their undergraduate degree only. The money can be used to enhance the overall university learning experience. Priority is given to students from underrepresented backgrounds, including those from areas with low progression rates to Higher Education (particularly the North East), students from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, or students who have declared a physical and/or mental health condition, long-term illness, or learning difference. Recipients must be UK/Home applicants enrolled full-time at the Newcastle Upon Tyne campus starting in September 2026.
Northumbria Support Bursary
The Northumbria Support Bursary is a financial support program for UK/Home students applying to study at Northumbria University on a Full-Time Undergraduate course in the academic year 2026/27. Successful students will receive £1,500 per year, paid in instalments throughout years one, two and three, to a total of £4,500. This additional support is designed to help students focus on their studies and assist with budgeting. The bursary is automatically awarded to all self-funded students who meet the eligibility criteria. The bursary is specifically targeted at students currently studying at six designated institutions in the North East of England during the 2025/26 academic year who are expected to complete in Summer 2026. These institutions include Middlesbrough College, City of Sunderland College, East Durham College, Bede Sixth Form College, Hartlepool College of Further Education, and Hartlepool Sixth Form College. Students do not need to apply for the bursary as eligibility checks are carried out post-enrolment and qualified students are automatically awarded. The bursary is paid as bank transfers in three instalments: 25% by the end of November, 25% by the end of February, and 50% by the end of May each academic year.
Northumbria Undergraduate Award 2026/27
The Northumbria Undergraduate Award provides financial support to UK/Home students applying to study full-time undergraduate courses at Northumbria University starting in September 2026. The award primarily targets underrepresented and disadvantaged students in Higher Education. Successful students will receive a total of £4,000 paid in instalments throughout years one, two, and three to help them focus on their studies and assist with budgeting. The award is designed to help students achieve their goals and create a better future. Eligibility is based on meeting at least one of three characteristics: living in a neighbourhood with low progression to higher education, being from a Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic background, or having declared a physical/mental health condition, long-term illness, or learning difference. All eligible self-funded students who meet these criteria and submit an application will be shortlisted and considered.
2026/27 Postgraduate UK International Scholarship
The Northumbria UK International Scholarship is designed to support international postgraduate taught students who have completed their undergraduate degree in the United Kingdom. This scholarship awards £3,000 as a fee discount to eligible students joining Northumbria University in September 2026 or January 2027. The scholarship recognizes international students with 'Overseas' or 'EU' fee status who are currently studying a Level 6 Undergraduate Degree at a UK-based institution. It is available for full-time postgraduate taught courses at the Newcastle Upon Tyne campus and is automatically applied, requiring no separate application. This initiative aims to encourage international students already studying in the UK to continue their educational journey with Northumbria University and be prepared to take on tomorrow's challenges.
2026/27 PGT Sanctuary Scholarships
Northumbria University is pleased to announce the Sanctuary Scholarship for those seeking asylum in the UK. This opportunity will award successful students a £9,000 contribution towards studies, as well as a full 100% fee waiver for a wide range of eligible Full-Time Masters courses, beginning in September 2026. The scholarship is designed to support individuals seeking asylum in the UK, or their dependants, spouses or civil partners, who are living in the North East of England and are unable to access UK student finance by virtue of their immigration status. Recipients must have received a conditional or unconditional offer on a Full-Time one-year Masters course at Northumbria University and meet all course conditions including English Language competency requirements. The scholarship will be provided for a maximum of one year while the applicant remains eligible and continues to make satisfactory progress on their course of study.
Bar Scholarship 2026/27
Northumbria Law School offers five Bar Course Scholarships to attract the highest calibre of students to its Bar Course programmes. The aim is to encourage access and enable capable and motivated students to enter the legal profession. For September 2026, three scholarship holders will receive a full waiver of the Bar Course fees, while an additional two scholars will receive a £5,000 discount off the tuition fee. The Bar Course Scholarships are awarded on merit alone and are assessed against clear criteria including intellectual ability, advocacy, legal ethics, and character and interpersonal skills. The application process consists of two stages: a written application requiring a personal statement, CV, and transcript upload, followed by interviews for shortlisted candidates that include a short oral presentation.
2026/27 Undergraduate UK International Scholarship
The UK International Scholarship is designed for international students who are currently studying in the UK and wish to pursue undergraduate studies at Northumbria University. This scholarship awards students who join at Level 4 (first year of an undergraduate degree) or with advanced entry to Level 5 and Level 6 a £3,000 tuition fee discount. Students will also receive £2,000 in subsequent years, up to a total of £7,000. The scholarship is applied automatically as a fee discount for eligible students who are self-funded and meet all course requirements. Students must be currently studying specific UK-based qualifications such as A Level 3 International Foundation Programme, Level 4 International Year One programme, or Level 5 HND or Foundation Degree. The scholarship is available exclusively for full-time undergraduate students starting at the Newcastle Upon Tyne campus in September 2026.
2026/27 UG Sanctuary Scholarships
Northumbria University is pleased to announce The Sanctuary Scholarship for those seeking asylum in the UK. This opportunity will award successful students a £9,000 per year contribution towards studies as well as a full 100% fee waiver for a wide range of eligible Full-Time Undergraduate courses beginning in September 2026. The scholarship is designed to support individuals who are seeking asylum in the UK, or dependants, spouses, or civil partners of someone currently seeking asylum. Recipients must be living in the North East of England and unable to access UK student finance by virtue of their immigration status. The scholarship is provided for a maximum of three years while the applicant remains eligible and continues to make satisfactory progress on their course of study.
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