Beit Munro — University of Leeds Scholarships 2026

One-year fully funded scholarships for full-time Masters study in Session 2026-27.

UK/International: International
Value - what funding is on offer: Fees, maintenance, return economy travel and other allowances​​​​​.
Who is eligible: For applicants who are nationals of Malawi, Zambia or Zimbabwe, who hold permanent residence there and/or intend to return to their country after their studies and who have applied to full-time Taught Masters courses.
Deadline: 13 February 2026
Conditions: Only applicants with First Class/Distinction or Upper Second Class Honours degrees (or equivalent) at undergraduate level will be considered. Please see Further Information for more details.

How to apply

Applicants must apply for a Masters course at the University of Leeds before completing the Beit Trust Scholarship application form.

Please visit The Beit Trust website for more information about how to apply.

How the scholarships are awarded

The Beit Trust provides a shortlist of applicants they wish to recommend for an award, with the final list of awards agreed by the University of Leeds.

Further information

Up to three scholarships are available for Session 2026-27 for applicants domiciled in Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe to undertake a one-year taught Masters programme which meets the aims of the scheme to provide long-term benefit for their own country, with the exception of the Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Applicants must already hold a degree of equivalent standard to at least a UK Upper Second Class Honours degree. Relevant work experience after completion of a first degree is strongly recommended and will count towards the award of a scholarship.

Applications from those who have already begun a course will not be considered.