Introduction

The Glenmore Postgraduate Scholarship 2026‑27 is a prestigious fully funded scholarship offered by the University of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom. This award supports outstanding international students who have secured admission to eligible postgraduate programmes in medical, health, and biomedical sciences, helping recipients pursue advanced education without the burden of tuition fees.

This scholarship is part of the University’s commitment to building global health capacity and enabling talented students — especially from eligible low‑ and middle‑income countries — to contribute meaningfully to healthcare systems and research worldwide.

Scholarship Overview

• Host University: University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
• Scholarship Name: Glenmore Postgraduate Scholarship 2026‑27
• Study Level: Postgraduate (Master’s degree)
• Scholarship Type: Fully funded (tuition fee coverage)
• Application Deadline:28 May 2026 (UK time)
• Notification Date: Late June to early July 2026

Scholarship Cover

The Glenmore Postgraduate Scholarship provides full coverage of tuition fees for the duration of the selected postgraduate programme. In some cases, if additional programme costs are listed on the University’s degree finder, those are also covered by the award.

Please note this scholarship does not include living expenses or travel costs — students should plan separately for accommodation, visas, and day‑to‑day expenses.

Eligible Programmes

The scholarship is available for a wide range of health, medical, and biomedical postgraduate programmes at the University of Edinburgh, including both online (part‑time) and on‑campus (full‑time) options. Programmes take between one to three years depending on mode and course structure.

Examples of eligible programmes include:

• MSc Internal Medicine (Online & On‑campus)
• MSc Public Health (Online & On‑campus)
• MSc Epidemiology (Online)
• MSc Clinical Education (Online)
• MSc Surgical Sciences (Online)
• MSc Human Anatomy (On‑campus)
• MSc Science Communication and Public Engagement (On‑campus)
• MSc Biomedical Sciences (Research‑based, On‑campus)
  …and other related disciplines in medical and health sciences.

For a complete list of eligible programmes, refer to the official University of Edinburgh scholarship page.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for the Glenmore Postgraduate Scholarship 2026‑27, applicants must:

• Have been accepted for admission (or intend to accept an offer) for a qualifying postgraduate programme at the University of Edinburgh for the 2026‑27 academic year.
• Hold, or expect to receive, the equivalent of a UK first‑class honours degree.
• Be domiciled in one of the eligible developing countries listed according to the DAC List of ODA Recipients (with strong encouragement for applicants from Africa).
• Preferably have not had the opportunity to study at Master’s level previously.

Priority is given to candidates with an unconditional offer of admission at the time of the scholarship application deadline.

Application Requirements

Applicants must prepare the following:

1. Apply for admission to an eligible postgraduate programme at the University of Edinburgh.
2. Once an offer is submitted, access the online scholarship application via the University’s EUCLID system through the MyEd portal.
3. Provide a personal statement (maximum 3,500 characters) addressing:
   • What attracted you to your chosen programme at the University of Edinburgh
   • How completing this programme will benefit your career and personal development
   • How you plan to contribute to your community, region, or country after graduation

Applicants are advised to submit applications early to ensure access to the online system and avoid technical delays.

This Scholarship Is Valuable

The Glenmore Postgraduate Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for international students aiming for postgraduate study in health and medical sciences from a globally respected institution. It not only removes the tuition barrier but also empowers students to gain high‑level expertise that can be applied to strengthen health systems in their home countries or regions facing critical healthcare challenges.

Studying at the University of Edinburgh — a world‑ranked research university — provides access to leading faculty, cutting‑edge research, and a supportive academic environment, increasing long‑term career prospects in academia, public health, clinical practice, and research leadership.

Important Dates

• Apply for Admission: As early as possible before scholarship deadline
• Scholarship Deadline:23:59 (UK time), Thursday 28 May 2026
• Scholarship Decisions Announced: Late June to early July 2026

Final Thoughts

The Glenmore Postgraduate Scholarship 2026‑27 is a rare and valuable opportunity for ambitious international students in the medical, health, and biomedical fields. Covering full tuition and additional programme costs, this scholarship can transform academic and professional pathways, especially for those committed to improving health outcomes in underserved regions.

If you meet the eligibility criteria and are ready to pursue advanced studies in a global learning environment, this scholarship could be your gateway to world‑class postgraduate education in the UK
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