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Sports Global Excellence Scholarship 2026-27

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Eligibility

UG/PG taught applicants

Region

United Kingdom

Award

A tuition fee waiver of up to £7,500

Deadline

31-May-2026

About The Program

Sports Global Excellence Scholarship 2026-27 is an opportunity offered by the University of Gloucestershire (UOG) for students pursuing undergraduate (UG) or postgraduate (PG) taught programs at the university. This scheme aims to support high-performing student-athletes who wish to combine their high-performance sports with their studies. The selected students will receive a tuition fee waiver of up to £7,500.

EligibilityDeadline Date: 31-May-2026

To be eligible, an applicant must:- 

  • be an international fee-payer and self-funding* for at least 100% of the tuition fee
  • be studying an on campus on a full-time undergraduate degree (minimum 3 years) or postgraduate taught degree (minimum 2 semesters) at the university
  • be able to demonstrate their performance at the required level in the performance sport

Note:-

  • Students are considered *self-funded if they are paying their own tuition fees or receiving financial aid from family or friends to pay their tuition fees.
  • The following students are not eligible to avail the scholarship:
    • Candidates must not be recipients of any other scholarship from the University of Gloucestershire
    • Candidate must not have previously been awarded an undergraduate merit scholarship from the University.
Benefits

Selected candidates will receive the benefits as follows:-

1. Scholarship:

Course Scholarship Amount
Postgraduate taught degree £5,000
Undergraduate taught degree
1st year (Level 4) 2nd year (Level 5) 3rd year (Level 6) Total 
£2,500 £2,500 £2,500 £7,500

2. In addition to the scholarship, the Global Sports Scholars and those athletes in the first team in one of the performance sports can also expect to receive:

Services Sportsthe Scholars Performance sports athletes
Sports therapy (including nutrition, anti-doping advice, and sports psychology workshop access) Yes Yes
Sports scholars kit Yes No
Performance sports playing kit No Yes
Multigym membership Yes Yes
Memberships of the SU sports club  Yes Yes
BUCS memberships and entries paid for Yes Yes
Physiotherapy Yes Yes
Performance lifestyle support  Yes Yes

Note:- If a candidate is awarded a scholarship, their tuition fees will be adjusted before enrollment.

Documents
  • Academic transcripts, including marksheets and certificates
  • Admission offer from the University of Gloucestershire for an undergraduate or postgraduate taught course
  • A valid passport (if applicable)
  • Financial statements (if applicable)
How can you apply?

Eligible applicants can apply by following these steps:-
Step 1: Click on the 'Apply Now' button.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button and fill in the required details to register. (Note:- If already registered, log in using Gmail/Mobile number/Email ID.)
Step 3: Read the details carefully, navigate to the 'Next' button at the bottom of the page and click on it.
Step 4: Fill in the required details, upload the required documents and click on the next button.
Step 5: After carefully reviewing the entered details, click the 'Submit' button.

Note:- 

  • Applicants can only submit one scholarship application in any academic year.
  • If a student has previously applied and been unsuccessful, the scholarship application will be rejected.
Important Dates

Application Deadline: 31st May 2026
Notification of Candidates: 9th June 2026

Selection Criteria

Candidates will be selected based on their fulfilment of the selection criteria.
The scholarship award recipients will be determined by a dedicated awarding committee. All decisions made by the awarding committee will be considered final.

Terms and Conditions
  • Athletes are expected to represent the University of Gloucestershire in BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) competitions, either through team participation or individual events. Exceptions may be granted in special circumstances with prior approval.
  • Athletes may be required to represent themselves, their university, and/or their club at the regional, national, or international level.
  • Scholarship recipients are expected to be respectful, professional representatives of the University by treating others well, using appropriate language, and acting with integrity.
Contact Details

University of Gloucestershire,
The Park,
Cheltenham, 
Gloucestershire GL50 2RH, UK
Email ID:  sportscholarship@glos.ac.uk | Telephone Number: (+44) (0)1242 714700
Source: University of Gloucestershire

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FAQ's

Question: Who is offering this opportunity?
Answer:
 This scholarship is being offered by the University of Gloucestershire.

Question: What are the awards for this scheme? 
Answer:
 The selected students will receive a tuition fee waiver of up to £7,500.

Question: Can Indian students apply for this scheme?
Answer:
Yes, Indian citizens are eligible to apply for this scheme. 

Question: Who can apply for this scholarship? 
Answer:
The students pursuing undergraduate (UG) or postgraduate (PG) taught programs at the University of Gloucestershire can apply for this scheme.

Question: What is the mode of application?
Answer:
 The application is online through the official university website.

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