The School of Sociology and Social Policy at the University of Leeds is ranked 10th in the UK and 100th globally in the 2019 Shanghai Ranking, and is the 13th most impactful research university in the UK. The School of Sociology and Social Policy is seeking to create a distinct space for teaching, research, and public engagement for international students. International applicants from anywhere who are willing to pursue their bachelor’s or master’s degree will engage with in-depth knowledge of the subject, experienced supervisors, and meet international participants. Interested applicants who wish to pursue their master degree with International Excellence scholarship are highly encouraged to apply.

Details of the International Excellence Scholarship:

Deadline

• Round 1: 27 February 2026
• Round 2: 27 March 2026

Result: 31 May, 2026

Scholarship amount: £3000, £6000, £16000

Level of study: Bachelor’s, Master degree

Fields of study: Sociology and social policy

Host university: University of Leeds

Location: UK

You may apply: 

• Postgraduate Scholarships at Beihang University of China
• 50 President’s PhD Scholarship for Brilliant Students at Imperial College London- UK
• University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarships 2025-2026
• NOHA-EMJMD Erasmus+ Scholarship in International Humanitarian Action 2026-2027
• Creative Arts Scholarship at James Cook University in Australia

Eligibilities:

• Applicants must have a good academic record.
• Must have the ability to demonstrate the academic and cultural life of the school of sociology and social policy.
• A conditional or unconditional offer letter from a master’s program in sociology and social policy for 2026 is required.

Required documents:

• Application form
• Academic certificate and transcript.
• Work experience or related documents.
• Scholarly interest.
• Future career and research plans.
• Any other supporting documents such as any prizes, awards, certificates, or any achievement.
• Support statement about 500 words.
• Acceptance letter

How to Apply for the International Excellence Scholarship 2026

You can apply for this scholarship only after receiving either a conditional or unconditional offer for an undergraduate course. If you have offers for multiple courses at the University of Leeds, you must submit a separate scholarship application for each course. All offer holders will be notified by email when the applications for the International Excellence Scholarship 2026 open.

Find the course HERE and apply

Roles and regulations:

• Successful applicants must confirm their acceptance within 2 weeks of the award notification.
• Applicants must commence their study before 1 October of the academic year in which the scholarship is offered.
• It is not possible to postpone the scholarship award.

Selection process:

• Applicants will be considered based on their academic achievements and the quality of supporting statements, letters, and documents.

For more info and details, please have a glance at the IES page of University of Leeds website

Related scholarships:

• Allan and Nest Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarship at the University of Leeds
• Postgraduate Scholarships at Beihang University of China
• ADB scholarship at the University of Hong Kong
• Utrecht Excellence Scholarships for International Students