All full-time taught Master's programs (excluding MBA and certain professional courses)
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Awards/Year
Up to 45 awards available annually
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Study Country
United Kingdom
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Provider
University of Bath
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Acceptance
Varies by year and number of applicants
The Global Leaders Scholarship is the University of Bath's flagship international scholarship program. It is designed to attract the highest caliber of international students who demonstrate exceptional leadership potential and academic talent. The award is applied directly as a credit against tuition fees.
👥 Who Should Apply
Open to high-achieving international students from any country (except UK/EU home status) who demonstrate leadership potential and academic excellence.
💼 Fields of Study
All full-time taught Master's programs (excluding MBA and certain professional courses)
✨ Key Benefits
The scholarship provides a £5,000 discount on tuition fees for the first year of a full-time Master's degree at the University of Bath.
🎯 Target Students
International Students
🏷 Tags
UKMastersInternational StudentsLeadershipMerit-basedUniversity of Bath
📊 Statistics & Competitiveness
Varies (Historically over 1,500 applicants across all rounds)
Applicants Last Year
45
Winners
Varies by year and number of applicants
Acceptance Rate
Competitive (Approximately 5-8% depending on the pool size)
Competition Level
Win Probability
20%
Match Score
72%
Competition
75%
💸 Funding Breakdown
Tuition
£5,000 partial reduction in tuition fees
Living Stipend
No
Total Award
£5,000
✈️ Travel: No🏠 Accommodation: No💊 Health Insurance: No🔄 Renewable: No💳 App Fee: £0 for the scholarship application (Master's course application fees may apply)
🎓 Tuition Coverage
£5,000 partial reduction in tuition fees
🏠 Living Stipend
No
🏡 Accommodation
No
✈️ Travel Allowance
No
💊 Health Insurance
No
🎁 Other Benefits
Networking events and potential inclusion in the Global Leaders program
🔄 Renewable
No
📋 Renewal Conditions
Not applicable as most Master's programs at Bath are one year in duration
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Must be an international fee-paying student with an offer to study a full-time Master's program at Bath.
🎓 Academic Level
Postgraduate Taught (Master's)
📊 Minimum GPA
Equivalent to a UK First Class or high 2:1 Honours degree
🗣️ English Requirement
Must meet the course-specific IELTS/TOEFL requirements (typically IELTS 6.5 - 7.0)
💼 Work Experience
Not required, but relevant professional experience can strengthen the leadership statement
🏆 Leadership
High; applicants must demonstrate leadership potential through a personal statement
💰 Financial Need
Not a primary criterion; scholarship is merit-based
🎯 Target Students
International Students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes; responses to specific scholarship questions regarding leadership and future impact
Rec Letters
Required for the university admission application, not separately for the scholarship
Interview
No
Application Fee
£0 for the scholarship application (Master's course application fees may apply)
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
Required for the university admission application, not separately for the scholarship Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Personal Statement / Essays
Must meet the course-specific IELTS/TOEFL requirements (typically IELTS 6.5 - 7.0)
Interview: No
Min GPA: Equivalent to a UK First Class or high 2:1 Honours degree
📋 Application Process
Focus your statement on specific examples of leadership and explain how a Bath Master's degree will help you achieve global impact.
💡 Insider Tip: Submit your university application early; you cannot apply for the scholarship until you have received a formal offer of study.
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
Open to high-achieving international students from any country (except UK/EU home status) who demonstrate leadership potential and academic excellence.
This scholarship covers: The scholarship provides a £5,000 discount on tuition fees for the first year of a full-time Master's degree at the University of Bath.. Coverage may vary — check the official website for exact details.
The deadline is Round 1: 20 January; Round 2: 21 April; Round 3: 14 July (Annual cycle). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Competitive (Approximately 5-8% depending on the pool size). Acceptance rate: Varies by year and number of applicants. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
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Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, Must meet the course-specific IELTS/TOEFL requirements (typically IELTS 6.5 - 7.0), Required for the university admission application, not separately for the scholarship recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.