ULSB International Deans Scholarship 2026

The University of Leicester School of Business (ULSB) is committed to attracting talented, globally minded individuals who not only excel academically but who have the drive and vision to make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond.  The ULSB International Dean's Scholarship is designed to recognise and support outstanding students from strategically important international markets, empowering them to study at one of the UK's leading business schools.  Whether you are a community leader, entrepreneur, social innovator or emerging voice in your field, we want to hear how your ambitions align with ULSB's missions of ethical, engaged, and impactful business education.

• Table of Content
• About University of Leicester
• University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship
• University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship

• A tuition fee discount of £8,000, awarded competitively to up to 10 students per year (5 x undergraduate and 5 x postgraduate).
• The scholarship may also include access to additional mentoring or networking opportunities where applicable.

University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship Courses

• Business

Requirements for University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship Qualification

To be eligible you must:

1. Be a national of one of the following countries:

• Thailand
• Nigeria
• Vietnam
• Kenya
• Bangladesh
• Pakistan
• Cambodia
• Saudi Arabia

2. Hold or be working towards the required academic entry criteria:

• Minimum 3.3 GPA or equivalent for undergraduate applicants
• Minimum 2:1 honours or equivalent for postgraduate applicants

3. Be applying to study a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate programme at the University of Leicester School of Business.

4. Be classified as an overseas student for fee purposes.

Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Leicester Postgraduate Scholarship

Applications will be reviewed by a panel comprising the Deputy Head of ULSB, the Dean of Internationalisation, the Director of Operations and the Marketing and Engagement Manager.  Submissions are assessed against three criteria:

1. Academic Excellence (30%) - strong academic performance in high school or pre-university studies.
2. Leadership and Influence (35%) - demonstrated leadership in school, community, entrepreneurship, social enterprise, or digital spaces, including evidence of high visibility or regional impact.
3. Community and Institutional Impact (35%) - how the applicant plans to act as an ambassador for Leicester in their home country or region.

Check also:
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2027
Global Korea Scholarship 2027

Application Deadline

How to Apply

• To be considered for this scholarship you must first apply for and receive an offer for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate postgraduate programme at the University of Leicester School of Business.
• Once you have received an offer for an eligible University of Leicester School of Business programme, you will be invited to submit a dedicated scholarship application form.  The form will ask you to provide evidence of your academic performance, leadership experience, community engagement, and your plans to act as an ambassador for the University of Leicester in your home country or region.  Applications are assessed are on a rolling basis.

For more information, kindly visit University of Leicester scholarship webpage.