UKExeter Excellence is a set of scholarships and awards for 2027 that recognise outstanding academic achievement and provide a mixture of partial and full support for eligible international and EU students paying international tuition fees at the University of Exeter. Exeter Excellence includes dedicated undergraduate and postgraduate awards and separate application forms where required.
The University of Exeter is investing over £8m in a range of scholarships for international and EU students paying international tuition fees for 2027/28, and also offers country- and subject-specific awards, jointly funded schemes, and a funding database to help applicants find opportunities.
Exeter Excellence Benefits
- Over £8m invested in scholarships for international and EU students paying international tuition fees
- Partial scholarships available
- Full scholarships available
- Exeter Excellence Undergraduate awards of £15,000 per eligible full-fee year
- Exeter Excellence Postgraduate Taught awards of £15,000 against first-year tuition
- January 2027 Exeter Excellence reductions of £3,000, £5,000, or £10,000 first-year fee reduction (as published for January cycle)
- Class of 2027 Progression/Alumni Scholarship of 20% off first-year tuition
- Country-specific tuition reductions for undergraduate and master’s entries
- Study abroad, placement, and repeat years are not covered by Undergraduate Excellence
- Deposit requirement of £2,500 for full-time taught postgraduate places
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Exeter Excellence Eligibility Criteria
- Eligible conditional or unconditional offer required before applying for Excellence
- International-fee status required for Exeter Excellence awards
- Undergraduate academic benchmark: AAB at GCE A level or recognized equivalent
- Master’s academic benchmark: UK 2:1 equivalent expected
- Country awards require appropriate citizenship or passport, eligible offer, international-fee status, and enrolment
- References typically at least one suitable reference for master’s applicants; some programs require two
- Some master’s programs do not require a personal statement
- Applicants must prepare academic transcripts and certified English translations if required
- Proof of English proficiency required where the course requires it
- Applicants must submit only one application per eligible programme
- Specific schemes such as ESRC require designated forms and monitoring
How to Apply for Exeter Excellence
- Use the funding database to find opportunities by subject area via the University funding search
- Undergraduate applicants use Exeter code E84/EXETR to apply through UCAS for full-time undergraduate study
- Complete the separate scholarship form for Undergraduate Excellence where required
- Postgraduate taught applicants follow the master’s application guidance via the new-student site
- Complete the Exeter Excellence form for master’s September 2027 or January 2027 rounds where applicable
- Refer to the undergraduate and master’s terms and nation-funding directory for applicable country award rules
- Submit required supporting documents including transcripts, degree certificate, CV, passport, motivation letter, research evidence, personal identification, proof of English, and letters of recommendation
- Ensure any required deposit is paid to secure full-time taught postgraduate places where applicable
- Meet the published deadlines and any academic and English requirements in your award notification
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Sunday, 22 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Exeter Excellence Scholarship and related University of Exeter funding. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
How much funding is the University of Exeter investing for 2027/28?
The University of Exeter is investing over £8m in a range of scholarships for international and EU students paying international tuition fees for 2027/28.
Who is eligible to apply for Exeter Excellence scholarships?
Applicants must hold an eligible conditional or unconditional offer and have international-fee status; specific country awards also require the appropriate citizenship or passport and enrolment.
How do undergraduate applicants apply?
Undergraduate full-time applicants use Exeter code E84/EXETR to apply through UCAS and complete any separate scholarship form required for Undergraduate Excellence.
Where can I find country-specific scholarship information?
Use the University of Exeter ‘Find Your Country’ tool on the international students site to view country-specific information, including scholarships and funding opportunities.
What scholarships are available at the University of Exeter for September 2027?
The University of Exeter offers several funding options, including Exeter Excellence Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught Scholarships, country-specific scholarships, and alumni or progression discounts. Award values and eligibility requirements vary by programme.
How much is the Exeter Excellence Postgraduate Scholarship worth?
The Exeter Excellence Postgraduate Taught Scholarship offers 150 awards of £15,000 each, deducted from the first-year tuition fees of eligible international master’s students starting in September 2027.
Can international students from Bangladesh apply for the University of Exeter Scholarship 2027?
Yes. Bangladeshi students with international-fee status can apply for eligible postgraduate taught programmes. The September 2027 country scholarship offers a £10,000 tuition fee reduction for eligible Bangladeshi master’s students.
Does the University of Exeter Scholarship cover living expenses and travel costs?
No. The Exeter Excellence and country-specific awards primarily provide tuition fee reductions. Students must arrange their own funding for accommodation, meals, travel, immigration, and other living expenses.
Can students combine the Exeter Excellence Scholarship with country-specific scholarships?
September 2027 Exeter Excellence awards cannot generally be combined with country-specific scholarships. Eligible applicants may receive the higher applicable award instead. Different combination rules apply to certain January 2027 scholarships.
Are former University of Exeter students eligible for scholarships in 2027/28?
Yes. Eligible former Exeter students and qualifying Exeter finalists may receive the Class of 2027 Progression/Alumni Scholarship, which provides a 20% reduction in first-year tuition fees for most eligible postgraduate taught and research degrees.
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