The Glenmore Medical Postgraduate Scholarship at the University of Edinburgh (2026-2027)
Scholarship Description
The Glenmore Medical Postgraduate Scholarship at the University of Edinburgh is a prestigious award for medical professionals pursuing postgraduate studies in Human Medical programmes. For the 2026-2027 academic session, three scholarships are available, each covering full tuition fees for the duration of the programme of study. If a programme includes 'Additional Programme Costs' as quoted on the degree finder, the scholarship also covers those costs.
The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1582, is one of the world's top universities, consistently ranked among the global elite. Its Medical School is renowned for excellence in medical education and research. This scholarship particularly welcomes applications from students from Africa and is designed to support medical professionals who will, upon completion of their studies, continue to work in countries that will benefit most from their furthered medical education. Priority is given to those who have not previously had the opportunity to study at the master's level.
Scholarship Location
The scholarship is tenable at the University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Eligible programmes are available both online (distance learning) and on-campus. Students may study from their home country (online) or in Edinburgh (on-campus).
Scholarship Deadline
The application deadline has been extended to 23:59 (UK Time) on Monday 15 June 2026. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply well in advance of the deadline to allow time for any technical difficulties to be resolved.
Scholarship Application Deadline: June 15, 2026 (23:59 UK Time)
Notification of Outcome: Late June / Early July 2026
Important: Applicants must have applied for admission to the University of Edinburgh before accessing the scholarship application system. It can take up to five working days for system checks to be completed after an admission application is submitted.
Host Institution
The University of Edinburgh – a world-leading university founded in 1582, ranked among the top 25 universities globally. The University's Medical School is internationally recognized for excellence in teaching and research, with a long history of innovation in medical education.
Level and Fields of Study
Level: Postgraduate (Master's level programmes).
Fields: Eligible Human Medical programmes offered by the University of Edinburgh. Applicants should check the degree finder for specific eligible programmes. Both online (e-learning) and on-campus programmes are eligible.
Target Group
International students who are currently domiciled in one of the eligible countries listed below (based on the DAC List of ODA Recipients 2026-2027). The scholarship particularly welcomes applications from students from Africa. Applicants must be medical professionals or those pursuing Human Medical studies who will, after completing their studies, work in countries that will benefit most from their furthered medical education.
Scholarship Duration & Amount
Amount: Full tuition fees for the duration of the programme of study, plus any 'Additional Programme Costs' as quoted on the degree finder.
Duration: Full duration of the eligible postgraduate programme (typically 1–3 years depending on full-time or part-time study mode).
Number of scholarships: Three (3) scholarships are available for the 2026-2027 academic session.
Scholarship Eligibility
Academic requirements: Candidates must have, or expect to obtain, the overseas equivalent of a UK first-class honours degree (typically equivalent to a GPA of 3.6/4.0 or 85%+ in many grading systems).
Domicile requirements: Applicants must be currently domiciled in one of the eligible countries listed below. The University defines applicant domicile as the country of 'ordinary residence'.
Programme offer: Applicants must have been offered a place on an eligible Human Medical programme and should have firmly accepted that offer or be intending to do so. Preference will be given to those who have an unconditional offer at the time of the scholarship application deadline.
Previous study: Priority will be given to those who have not had the opportunity to study at the master's level previously.
Personal statement: A strong personal statement addressing specific questions is required.
✅ Eligible Countries (Domicile)
- Africa: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
- Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic,Nepal, Timor-Leste, Tuvalu, Yemen.
- Other: Haiti, Solomon Islands, Myanmar, etc.
❌ Ineligible Candidates
- Applicants domiciled in countries not listed in the eligible countries table (including most European countries, USA, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, China, India, etc.).
- Applicants who do not hold or expect a UK first-class honours degree equivalent.
- Those who have already had the opportunity to study at the master's level (priority given to those who have not).
- Applicants who have not applied for admission to an eligible programme at the University of Edinburgh.
📌 Eligible Countries (Full List): Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Haiti, Kenya, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tunisia, Tuvalu, Uganda, Western Sahara, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Application Procedure
- Apply for admission – Submit an application for admission to an eligible Human Medical postgraduate programme at the University of Edinburgh via the degree finder and admissions system.
- Receive your offer – Obtain an offer (conditional or unconditional) for your chosen programme. It can take up to five working days after admission application submission for system checks to be completed.
- Access the scholarship application – Log in to MyEd, the University's web-based information portal at https://www.myed.ed.ac.uk using your University User Name (UUN) and password.
- Complete the online scholarship application – Submit the scholarship application form in EUCLID via MyEd. You will need to include a personal statement addressing three specific questions (max 3500 characters):
- What specific elements of this programme attracted you to the University of Edinburgh?
- How will successful completion of this programme benefit your own career and personal development?
- How will successful completion of this programme enable you to contribute to your community, region, or country? - Submit before the deadline – Ensure your application is submitted by 23:59 (UK Time) on 15 June 2026.
- Await notification – All applicants will be notified of the outcome by late June or early July 2026.
NOTE: We highly recommend you apply for the scholarship well in advance of the deadline should you encounter any technical difficulties. For any admissions-related queries, contact [email protected]. For scholarship-specific queries, email [email protected].
Official Website & Application Link
University of Edinburgh – The Glenmore Postgraduate Scholarship (Official Page)
Application Portal (MyEd): https://www.myed.ed.ac.uk
Scholarship Queries: [email protected]
Admissions Queries: [email protected]
💡 Final Thoughts and Key Requirements
The Glenmore Medical Postgraduate Scholarship is a transformative opportunity for medical professionals from eligible countries, particularly Africa, to study at one of the world's most prestigious universities with full tuition coverage. With only three scholarships available, the competition is intense. To be competitive, ensure you have or expect a UK first-class honours degree equivalent, craft a compelling personal statement addressing all three questions, and secure an offer for an eligible programme as early as possible.
Key reminders: Preference is given to candidates with unconditional offers at the time of the scholarship deadline. The scholarship is intended for those who will use their education to benefit their home communities and countries. Apply for admission well before the scholarship deadline — it takes up to five working days to gain system access after applying for admission. Submit your scholarship application by 15 June 2026 at 23:59 UK Time.
Glenmore Medical Postgraduate Scholarship 2026-2027 – FAQ
What does the Glenmore Medical Postgraduate Scholarship cover?
The scholarship covers full tuition fees for the duration of the programme of study, plus any 'Additional Programme Costs' as quoted on the degree finder.
How many scholarships are available?
Three (3) scholarships are available for the 2026-2027 academic session.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is 23:59 (UK Time) on Monday 15 June 2026.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants must be currently domiciled in one of the eligible countries (primarily African nations and other ODA-eligible countries), have or expect a UK first-class honours degree equivalent, and have applied for admission to an eligible Human Medical programme at the University of Edinburgh.
What is required in the personal statement?
You must address three questions (max 3500 characters): 1) What attracted you to this programme at Edinburgh? 2) How will this programme benefit your career and personal development? 3) How will this programme enable you to contribute to your community, region, or country?
When will I be notified of the outcome?
All applicants will be notified by late June or early July 2026.
Can I apply for online programmes?
Yes, both online (e-learning) and on-campus programmes are eligible for this scholarship.
How do I access the scholarship application?
You must first apply for admission to the University of Edinburgh. After receiving your University User Name (UUN), log in to MyEd (https://www.myed.ed.ac.uk) and access the scholarship application form in EUCLID.