Scholarships for ISS
Scholarships for ISS

The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarship 2026 (commonly referred to as the Ferguson Scholarship) at Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU), UK, is a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for international students from selected developing countries. This scholarship supports academically strong applicants pursuing specific MSc programs in engineering and technology fields.

Thanks to the generosity of the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, three scholarships are available for the 2026/27 academic year.

Scholarship Benefits

  • Full tuition fee coverage (approximately £22,000, depending on the course fees for overseas students)
  • Maintenance bursary/stipend of £11,250 to help with living expenses

This fully funded package removes major financial barriers, allowing recipients to focus on their studies and future careers in innovative fields.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the 2026 Ferguson Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Be a self-funding student (not sponsored by a government, employer, charity, or similar organisation)
  • Have a strong academic background
  • Hold a firm offer (conditional or unconditional) for one of the eligible full-time MSc courses at MMU
  • Be classified as an overseas/international student for fee purposes
  • Meet all entry requirements for the chosen program
  • Be a national of or permanently domiciled in one of the following 15 eligible countries: Bangladesh, Cambodia, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Zimbabwe

Eligible Programs

The scholarship is available only for these full-time, one-year MSc courses starting in 2026/27:

  • MSc Robotics and Automation
  • MSc Engineering Project Management
  • MSc Digital Design and Manufacturing

These programs focus on cutting-edge engineering, automation, project leadership, and advanced manufacturing skills.

Application Process

  1. Apply for admission — Submit your application for one of the eligible MSc courses via the Manchester Metropolitan University website and receive a firm offer.
  2. Apply for the scholarship — Once you have a firm offer, complete the separate scholarship application through MMU’s official portal (application window typically opens in February 2026).
  3. Selection stages — The process includes application review and potentially an interview for shortlisted candidates.
  4. Accept the award — If selected, sign a scholarship agreement to confirm your place.

Important Note: The scholarship deadline is May 31, 2026. Apply early to secure your course offer first, as it is a prerequisite.