Bangor University Vice-Chancellor Scholarship 2026

Bangor University is proud to introduce our flagship Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship for excellent International Students.

The University is looking to award the scholarship to students demonstrating academic excellence and notable achievements in their social and professional life. as well as in their extracurricular activities.

We are looking for students who will make a valuable contribution to all aspects of University life and whose values match the University's own: Ambition; Inclusivity; Integrity; Sustainability and Transformation. If you think that sounds like you – then we look forward to receiving your application!

Summary

1. Application Deadline: 29 May 2026
2. Value: £10,000 tuition fee discount (Year 1 only)
3. Study Level: Undergraduate & Postgraduate Taught (full-time, on-campus)
4. Sponsor: Bangor University, UK
5. Eligible Country: All Countries

Eligibility Criteria for Bangor University Vice-Chancellor Scholarship 2026

Undergraduate

1. Excellent Academic Background—students who have already achieved or are predicted to achieve an A grade or equivalent in at least 50% of their subjects/courses PLUS
2. notable achievements in extracurricular activities, which could include a range of activities such as voluntary and community work; sporting excellence; excellence in the arts; leadership roles; fundraising; representing their region or country in national or international conferences; quality work placements or proven entrepreneurship skills.
3. The scholarship is only open to undergraduate students completing a full 3 or 4-year degree on campus at Bangor University. It is not open to students with advanced standing in years 2 or 3 or partner students articulating into Year 2 or 3

Postgraduate Taught

1. Excellent Academic Background – achieved or on course to achieve the equivalent of a UK 1st class Bachelors degree.
2. Demonstrated commitment towards sustainable development in your own country and working towards supporting future generations.
3. You must be self-funding. Candidates who are fully sponsored by a third party will not be entitled to this Scholarship.
4. Only open to students paying International Tuition Fee Levels.
5. The above scholarship is available for full-time on-campus courses only.
6. Not open to students studying at Bangor University International College (BUIC).
7. Not open to Non-graduating students e.g. Study Abroad

Benefits of Bangor University Vice-Chancellor Scholarship 2026

1. Undergraduate—£10,000
2. Postgraduate Taught—£10,000

How to Apply

Step 1: You MUST have an offer to study at Bangor University before you can apply.

Step 2: Check your Eligibility for the scholarship and carefully read the conditions listed below.

Step 3: Complete the Vice-Chancellor scholarship application form before the deadline.

Step 4: Eligible applications will be forwarded to the academic school to make a decision, and the successful candidate will be informed by the beginning of January 2026 (January intake), July 2026 (September intake), April 2026 (May intake).

Step 5: Undergraduate scholarship winners must have chosen Bangor University as their Firm Choice in UCAS or accepted their offer through our direct application system.

Step 6: To accept the scholarship you will be required to complete a scholarship acceptance form and pay a tuition fee deposit (amount stated on your offer letter) within two weeks of the scholarship offer.

For more details, visit Bangor University Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

May 29, 2026

Application Link(s)

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