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Other eligibility requirements We are delighted that Airbus have partnered with Cranfield University to offer a bursary of €3,000 to an applicant to Cranfield University and Cranfield University at Shrivenham located on the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom. Who can apply This Airbus Master's Bursary is for an applicant who will be fully self-funding their studies, and is open to Home or Overseas fee paying applicants. Applicants must first have applied and been accepted to study an eligible master's course (see courses below). The bursary will only be awarded subject to suitable security clearance for the Defence Academy at Shrivenham being in place. Applicable courses Aerosystems Aerosystems Cyber Defence and Information Assurance MSc (Defence) Cyberspace Operations MSc Defence Simulation and Modelling Explosives Ordnance Engineering Guided Weapon Systems Information Capability Management Military Aerospace and Airworthiness Military Electronic Systems Engineering Sensors Electronic Warfare

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Other eligibility requirements We are delighted therefore to announce that we have launched an alumni discount scheme for all courses offered by Cranfield School of Management. The discount scheme offers a generous 20% course fee discount to all those alumni who choose to return to Cranfield for further study and is available on all School of Management course fees, including Cranfield Executive Development short courses and open programmes. Eligibility: The 20% course fee discount is available to Cranfield University and Cranfield School of Management graduates. The discount is also offered to participants of a Cranfield executive education programme that lasted more than two weeks, and to participants who have attended an eligible leadership programme*. If you do not fall into these categories but have studied with us previously and would like to take advantage of the discount scheme, please email the alumni team who will be happy to help. Please indicate your eligibility for the 20% alumni discount when you complete your application. The discount can be claimed on all eligible programmes which include MScs, MBA/Executive MBA, DBA, PhD and executive education short courses and open programmes. It excludes any accommodation fees. Eligible leadership programmes: Breakthrough Leadership Programme (was Into Director Programme) Business Growth Programme Director as Strategic Leader Developing Leadership Practice Finance for the Boardroom General Management Programme High Performance Leadership Leading Supply Chain Transformation Programme Strategic Sales Leadership Programme (was Sales Director Programme) Talent Development Programme The Non-Executive Directors Programme THRIVE: Passion, Purpose, Performance Women's Leadership Programme

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Other eligibility requirements Eligibility: The MBA Programme Director will select the Scholarship recipient in consultation with the MBA Admissions Director. You demonstrate inspirational leadership qualities and potential. You have a minimum of five years’ experience with evidence of solid career progression. You can show how you have overcome challenges, inspired others and the impact that this has consequently had. Preference will be given to applicants meeting the above criteria who can demonstrate the strongest financial need. In additional to providing financial support, Antony and Amanda Jenkins will also be available to provide mentoring and professional advice to the award recipient. Applicable Courses Full-time MBA

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Please note: Overseas applicants needing a UK visa are strongly encouraged to apply well in advance of the final MBA application deadlines to ensure timely completion of the visa process and to maximise their chances of securing this scholarship.

Other eligibility requirements This bursary will be awarded to individuals who champion diversity. They recognise that representation, inclusion and engagement in the workplace drives innovation, facilitates responsiveness to the changing needs of diverse stakeholder needs and enriches inter-organisational collaboration. Who can apply You champion diversity in your workplace and lead by example You can demonstrate how your contribution to improved diversity and inclusion has improved business and societal outcomes You have shown how your respect for difference has facilitated positive engagement with internal stakeholder and/or external partners Applicable courses Sustainability MSc Sustainability Business Specialist Apprenticeship

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There is no separate application form and if you would like to be considered for this scholarship please indicate so in the application form, stating why you think you should be awarded it. You are strongly advised to apply by the scholarship deadline. Applicants who are awarded a scholarship will be notified at the time of the admissions decision. If you have already made an application for admission to one of the eligible courses, please send a short submission. The Admissions Team will forward your submission to the Course Director for consideration.

Other eligibility requirements This bursary supports candidates who have already achieved significant positive environmental and/or social impact, and plan to use this course and a platform to lead transformational change in their organisations and beyond. Who can apply You have initiated or had substantial involvement in socially or environmentally-focused action You have championed sustainability to internal and external stakeholders (e.g. investors, NGOs, community) leading to change You can demonstrate how you plan to use the knowledge, skills and connections acquired on the course to lead transformational change Applicable courses Sustainability MSc Sustainability Business Specialist Apprenticeship

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There is no separate application form and if you would like to be considered for this scholarship please indicate so in the application form, stating why you think you should be awarded it. You are strongly advised to apply by the scholarship deadline. Applicants who are awarded a scholarship will be notified at the time of the admissions decision. If you have already made an application for admission to one of the eligible courses, please send a short submission. The Admissions Team will forward your submission to the Course Director for consideration.

Other eligibility requirements Chevening is the UK Government’s international awards scheme aimed at developing global leaders. The application period runs from August to November each year. To be eligible for a Chevening award you must: Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country; Return to your country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after your award has ended; Have an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry to a postgraduate programme at a UK university - this is typically equivalent to an upper second class 2:1 honours degree in the UK; Have at least two years’ work experience (this may be up to five years for fellowship programmes - please refer to your country page for further details); Apply to three different eligible UK university courses and have received an unconditional offer from one of these choices by July following your application submission; Meet the Chevening English language requirement by July following your application submission. A full Chevening Scholarship normally comprises: Payment of tuition fees (Chevening applies a tuition fee cap of £18,000 to MBA programmes - applicants will be expected to cover the remaining costs above the £18,000 cap); Economy travel to and from your country of residence by an approved route for you only; An arrival allowance; The cost of an entry clearance (visa) application for you only; A departure allowance; A contribution of up to £75 for TB testing, where this is required; A travel top-up allowance; A monthly personal living allowance (stipend) to cover accommodation and living expenses. The monthly stipend will depend on whether you are studying inside or outside London. These rates are subject to annual review. Stipend payments will be made to you on or around the 21st of the month for the following full month. Where you arrive in the UK or leave the UK part way through the month, the stipend for that month will be adjusted as appropriate.

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Other eligibility requirements We have 10 Cranfield ALCS International Scholarships available for the first 10 deposit-paid full-fee international students applying for the Advanced Lightweight and Composite Structures MSc course on a full-time basis. This scholarship offers a 20% fee discount to applicants holding an undergraduate degree in a relevant subject. Scholarship students may be required to assist with activities to promote the awards and Cranfield’s work around lightweight and sustainable design solutions, through blogs, social media and by providing testimonials. Who can apply The scholarship excludes applicants from the UK and the applicants under EPP (European Partnership Programme). Applicable Courses Advanced Lightweight and Composite Structures MSc

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Deadline: On going Scholarships will be awarded to the first 10 deposit-paid full-fee applicants who meet the qualifying criteria. If you are awarded this scholarship, this will replace any other scholarship awarded to you by Cranfield University.

The Cranfield College of Aeronautics Heritage Scholarship celebrates the University’s aeronautical legacy, dating back to the founding of the College of Aeronautics in 1946. Supported by the generosity of alumni and friends, the Scholarship helps outstanding postgraduate students studying aeronautics access a world class Cranfield education, regardless of financial background, through a reduction in tuition fees. Who can apply Applications are welcome from offer holders on eligible full-times MSc courses. Applicable courses Advanced Lightweight and Composite Structures MSc Aerospace Computational Engineering MSc Aerospace Dynamics MSc Aerospace Manufacturing MSc Aerospace Vehicle Design MSc Air Transport Management MSc Airport Planning and Management MSc Astronautics and Space Engineering MSc Autonomous Vehicle Dynamics and Control MSc Computational Fluid Dynamics MSc Safety and Human Factors in Aviation MSc Thermal Power and Propulsion MSc

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Other eligibility requirements Cranfield School of Management postgraduate taught full-time MSc offer holders who are paying Overseas fees, are invited to apply for one of our Cranfield International Scholarships, to enable you to come and study with us in the 2026/2027 academic year. Applicable courses Banking, Economics and Finance MSc Business Data Analytics MSc Finance MSc (Jan start available) Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc Management MSc Procurement and Supply Chain Management MSc Strategic Marketing MSc

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Offer holders can apply via the application link. You will be asked to submit a short personal statement detailing why you would like to come to Cranfield and study your chosen full-time MSc.

Other eligibility requirements Who is eligible? Available to eligible applicants who hold an offer for one of our full-time postgraduate taught MSc degree programmes, through Cranfield School of Management for 2026/2027 entry. Home fee offer holders must possess a minimum of a UK lower second-class honours degree or international equivalent. If you are currently studying towards your qualification, a Cranfield Merit Scholarship will be specified following the confirmation of your undergraduate results scholarship and will be subject to meeting the entry requirements of the course. Applicants to the full-time MBA programme are not eligible for these particular scholarships, however there is a large range of scholarship and funding opportunities available. Scholarship value 1/ Overseas fee payer applicants with a UK first class (honours) undergraduate degree or international equivalent will be awarded a £10,000 Cranfield Merit Scholarship. 2/ Overseas fee payer applicants with any of the following will be awarded a £10,000 Cranfield Merit Scholarship. An existing UK Master’s degree or international equivalent. A UK Doctoral qualification or international equivalent. A UK Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma or international equivalent. 3/ Overseas fee payer applicants with an UK upper second-class (honours) undergraduate degree or international equivalent will be awarded a £6,000 Cranfield Merit Scholarship. 4/ All UK Home fees applicants will be awarded a 20% Cranfield Merit Scholarship.

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The Faraday, Anderson and Parker Scholarship celebrates pioneering innovation in electrification and high-performance automotive engineering. Named after Michael Faraday, Robert Anderson, and Thomas Parker, the scholarship supports outstanding Automotive Mechatronics applicants who demonstrate strong technical potential and a commitment to advancing sustainable, intelligent, and high-performance vehicle technologies. Applicable Courses Automotive Mechatronics MSc Further information Applications are particularly welcomed from women. Applicants must hold an offer for the Automotive Mechatronics MSc.

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Other eligibility requirements What it covers The joint Delta and Chevening Scholarship covers full tuition fees (Chevening applies a tuition fee cap of £18,000 to MBA programmes; applicants will be expected to cover the remaining costs above the £18,000 cap) and the cost of one visa application. There are two scholarships offered each year. Who can apply To be eligible for a Delta Foundation Chevening Environmental Scholarship you must: Be a citizen of Taiwan; Return to Taiwan for a minimum of two years after your award has ended; Have an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry to a relevant postgraduate programme* at a UK university. This is typically equivalent to an upper second class 2:1 honours degree in the UK; Have at least two years’ work experience; Apply to three different eligible UK university courses and have received an unconditional offer from one of these choices by July; Meet the Chevening English language requirement by July. *Applicants can choose any course but must be able to demonstrate their determination to use the skills they acquire to work for environmental protection. Recommended studies are in the fields of: Climate change, Business, Finance, Human rights, Law, International relations, Sustainable development.

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The scholarship is open to all applicants who hold an offer for the MSc in Thermal Power and Propulsion, and candidates may be considered for both the October and March intakes. It is intended for applicants unable to pursue the course without financial support. Suitable for Applicants from: EU (non–European Partnership Discount), the UK, Rest of the world Academic requirement for the scholarship only: a minimum of a UK upper second-class (2:1) honours degree, or an equivalent international qualification. Awardees will be selected based on the strength of their CV (including academic qualifications and relevant experience), their financial need. There will be a shortlisting stage before interviews, so it is important to apply early as the number of offers is limited. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an MSc thesis project assigned by staff within the Centre for Propulsion and Thermal Power Engineering. Many successful applicants will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects connected to major global industrial partners. Scholarships are awarded for a specific intake and are not transferable; applicants who defer must reapply for consideration.

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Deadline: October intake (30th of May) and March intake (30th of November). Applicants must have an offer of admission for the MSc in Thermal Power and Propulsion. To apply for this scholarship, please email all your supporting documents. The details and documents required are as follows: Undergraduate transcript (and any higher-degree transcripts, if applicable), already translated into English a 500 word motivation statement, a 500 word explanation of economic need, a copy of your CV, Your student number and a copy of the offer letter.

What it covers The £5,000 scholarship will go toward the cost of the successful candidate's tuition fees. Who can apply Suitable for any applicant intending to study with us during the 2026/2027 academic year. Applicable courses Logistics and Supply Chain Management MSc Procurement and Supply Chain Management MSc

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Other eligibility requirements The Global Excellence Scholarship in Aerospace Dynamics is offered to one student each year who would otherwise be unable to afford to participate in a MSc at Cranfield University. The award is for a £10,000 scholarship, which will be awarded as a contribution towards tuition fees. We are looking for applicants who have: a genuine passion for aerospace dynamics an offer of admission for an eligible full-time taught MSc course starting in September 2026 willingness to engage as a committed Cranfield Ambassador and Cranfield Alumni Applicable courses Aerospace Dynamics MSc

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Through the generosity of the Mister Gees Foundation, a £5000 scholarship is available to a UK or international student to study full-time on the Water and Wastewater Processes MSc - Environmental Science route. You must have an offer of admission on the Water and Wastewater Processes - Environmental Science route full-time master's course before applying for the scholarship. Who can apply New application for 2026/27 (no prior deferrals), Full-time student, Applicant's must not hold a master's qualification or higher, Applicants must have commenced their undergraduate course no later than six years previously, Applicants must not be receiving funding for their course from an employer, public funding body, or be covered by a loan. Applicable courses Water and Wastewater Processes MSc - Environmental Science route

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You must have an offer of admission on an eligible full-time master's course before applying for the scholarship. To apply for one of our MSc courses, please complete the online application form. Once you have your six-digit Cranfield application number use the link below to submit your scholarship application.

Other eligibility requirements The scholarships represent an initial three year commitment, covering academic years 2026 to 2028. Each year, an outstanding candidate will be selected to receive support for the MSc in Air Transport Management. Each scholarship award will be deducted from recipient’s MSc tuition fee. Who can apply This scholarship is designed to support students who identify as female and should be applicants for the Air Transport Management MSc starting September or October 2026.

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Other eligibility requirements The Relithan Scholarship will be awarded to outstanding individuals who will use their Cranfield experience to pursue a productive executive role in a business which creates value in the development and delivery of technology. Preference will be given to individuals whose career track record reflects the highest standards of responsible and ethical business practice and suggests that their future career intentions will lead to demonstrably enhancing the lives of others. Eligibility: The scholarship recipient will be selected on the basis of merit, and financial need and the award will be made to an individual who would not be able to attend Cranfield without financial assistance. This scholarship will be awarded by the Director of the MBA programme in consultation with the MBA Admissions Team, in line with the School’s standard admissions practices and procedures. The University reserves the right to transmute the scholarship into a loan if recipients go on to pursue a career outside the technology sector. Applicable Courses Full-time MBA

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If you would like to be considered for the Relithan Scholarship, please indicate this in your MBA application form and explain why you believe you deserve the award. Overseas applicants needing a UK visa are strongly encouraged to apply well in advance of the final MBA application deadlines to ensure timely completion of the visa process and to maximise their chances of securing this scholarship.

Other eligibility requirements What it covers There are four £16,000 Scholarships available for a PhD in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences or in the Faculty of Business and Management. Scholarship cannot be awarded in conjunction with any other funding or for a funded PhD programme The scholarships are only offered as a tuition fee reduction The £16,000 tuition fee reduction will be divided equally across the three annual tuition fee payments This is a one off scholarship amount, and you will remain responsible for any shortfall in your tuition fee or living expenses for the duration of your PhD Only available for students starting in the 2025-2026 or 2026-2027 academic year Who can apply This scholarship is for PhD study at Cranfield We are looking for self funded PhD applicants who have: A genuine passion for undertaking a PhD An offer of admission Willingness to engage as a committed Cranfield Ambassador and as part of Cranfield Alumni network.

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Who can apply Suitable for Applicants from UK, EU, Rest of World. We are looking for applications who: identify themselves as in an under represented groups (due to social/economic reasons, women, including those who identify as women and/or military veterans) have achieved, or expect to achieve, the equivalent of a UK first class or 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject area has an offer of admission for an eligible full-time taught MSc course starting in September/October are passionate about their course of study and are willing to engage as a committed Cranfield Ambassador and Cranfield alumni Applicable courses Advanced Air Mobility Systems MSc Airworthiness MSc Aviation Digital Technology Management MSc Aviation Safety Management, Risk and Regulation MSc

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We review these applications on a bi-weekly basis, so please apply as soon as you are able. Application review dates are 23 May, 6 June, 20 June, 4 July, 18 July, 1 August, 15 August, 29 August, 12 September and 19 September. This scholarship may close earlier than the stated deadline if suitable candidates are identified. We encourage applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible to ensure consideration. How to apply Before applying for this scholarship, you must have already applied for an applicable MSc course and received your six-digit student number. Your course application will be considered as part of our evaluation of your academic achievements.

Other eligibility requirements Who can apply? This scholarship is awarded to a candidate who embodies inspirational leadership and personal resilience, and who has the potential to create lasting, positive change. Preference will be given to applicants from the United Kingdom or sub-Saharan Africa who demonstrate both academic excellence and financial need. Eligibility criteria To be considered, you must: Be applying for the Full-time MBA at Cranfield Have a minimum of five years’ work experience with strong career progression Demonstrate leadership qualities, the ability to inspire others, and a track record of overcoming challenges Be selected by the MBA Programme Director and Admissions Director Applicable courses Full-time MBA

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Simply indicate your interest in the Professor Joe Nellis CBE MBA Scholarship when completing your MBA application form. Important note for international applicants If you require a UK visa, we strongly encourage you to apply well in advance of the final MBA application deadlines to ensure sufficient time for processing and to maximise your chances of being considered for this scholarship. Deadline: On going