Achieve the outstanding with an Inspiring Excellence Scholarship at Durham University.
Join the International Scholarships Team on Friday 9 January 2026 at 13:00 (GMT) for a live webinar to discover how the Inspiring Excellence Scholarships can help support your studies.
This competitive scholarship supports outstanding self-funded international students starting in September 2026 with:
• £5,000 or £10,000 towards tuition fees for an eligible postgraduate taught programme.
• £5,000 or £10,000 per year towards tuition fees for an eligible undergraduate programme.
Why attend?
• Learn about eligibility and scholarship details.
• Understand the application process and key deadlines.
• Get tips for a strong application.
• Ask your questions live.
Important dates:
• 1st round Postgraduate Scholarship application deadline: 16 January 2026 (midnight GMT)
• 1st round Undergraduate Scholarship application deadline: 30 January 2026 (midnight GMT)
Selection process
Selections are based on your achievements and potential to make a positive impact after completing your degree at Durham.
In addition to the application form responses, nationality diversity and balance across programmes will also be considered in the selection process.