University of Manchester Humanitarian Scholarships 2026

The University of Manchester Humanitarian Scholarship programme supports individuals at immediate risk who've been forced to flee their homes as a direct result of armed conflict by offering the opportunity to study at Manchester.

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

University of Manchester Undergraduate Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of University of Manchester Undergraduate Scholarship

If you’re selected, the Scholarship will pay for:

• your tuition fees (the cost of your course);
• living expenses (money for food, housing etc);
• visa costs.

Requirements for University of Manchester Undergraduate Scholarship Qualification

You must meet all of the following:

• You're at serious risk due to war or conflict.
• You had to leave your home country (or move within it) in the last three years because of conflict.
• You cannot start or finish a university degree.
• You've never studied in the UK or EU before.
• You've applied for an undergraduate course starting in September 2026 at The University of Manchester.
• You can explain why you want to study this course.
• You've done well in your previous studies.

Please note: you can't apply if you’re currently living in the UK or EU.

• You don't?need to show proof of your English language skills when you apply through UCAS or when you apply for the Scholarship. However, if you’re offered a place at The University of Manchester, you must meet the English language requirements stated in your offer letter. 
• It's important to note that the University does not accept Duolingo English test results. 
• To see which English tests and scores are accepted, visit our English language requirements page and the course profile pages.
• Please note that the scholarship does not cover any pre-sessional English courses at the University.

Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Manchester Undergraduate Scholarship

• No interview is required.
• You’ll be informed of the result by 29 May 2026 via email, whether successful or unsuccessful.
• Decisions are final.

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Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more information, kindly visit University of Manchester Scholarship webpage.