BCU Alumni Loyalty Scholarship

The BCU Alumni Loyalty Scholarship is a testament to Birmingham City University's commitment to its student community. Recognizing that the journey of excellence doesn't end at graduation, this award is specifically crafted for BCU alumni who wish to deepen their expertise, pivot their careers, or pursue advanced research at their alma mater. This scholarship functions as an automatic tuition fee waiver, significantly lowering the financial threshold for continuing education. It is designed to foster a culture of lifelong learning and to reward the hard work of students who have already contributed to the BCU campus culture.

By choosing to stay within the BCU family, students benefit from familiar support networks, world-class facilities in the heart of Birmingham, and a substantial financial thank you for their continued dedication. Whether you are an international student or a UK home student, this scholarship aims to make postgraduate study more accessible. It removes the stress of a separate, competitive application process, as the discount is typically applied automatically to eligible students who meet the criteria. It’s BCU’s way of investing in the talent they helped cultivate during their undergraduate years.

• Direct Tuition Savings: A flat 20% reduction in tuition fees, easing the burden of postgraduate costs.
• Seamless Progression: No separate, lengthy scholarship application is required for most eligible graduates.
• Priority for Continuing Students: Facilitates a smooth transition from Bachelor’s to Master’s within the same institution.
• Enhanced Global Networking: Stay connected with the BCU alumni network while gaining advanced qualifications.

To be eligible, a candidate must:

• Have successfully completed a full-time undergraduate degree (Level 6) at Birmingham City University.
• enrolling in a full-time or part-time Master’s degree at BCU.
• self-funded (students receiving full external sponsorship are generally ineligible).
• Meet the standard entry requirements for their chosen postgraduate course.
• Hold an offer of admission for the 2026/27 academic year.

Level: Postgraduate Taught (MA, MSc, MBA, LLM).

Fields of Study: Available across all faculties, including Arts, Design and Media; Business, Law and Social Sciences; Health, Education and Life Sciences; and Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment.

Exclusions: Research degrees (MPhil/PhD).

• PGCE and PCET courses.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses.

Birmingham City University (BCU) is a dynamic, diverse, and practice-led institution located in the UK’s second-largest city.

Reputation: BCU is renowned for its focus on employability and industry-relevant curriculum, particularly in creative arts, business, and healthcare.

Location: The university boasts a state-of-the-art City Center Campus and a dedicated Health Sciences campus in Edgbaston.

Innovation: It is home to the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and the prestigious Birmingham School of Art.

Community: With over 25,000 students from 100 countries, BCU provides a multicultural environment that mirrors the vibrant city it calls home.

BCU Student ID: Your original undergraduate ID or application number.

Final Degree Transcript/Certificate: Proof of graduation from BCU.

Valid Passport: For international alumni to verify residency status.

Personal Statement: Updated for the postgraduate course of choice.

References: Usually one academic reference from a previous BCU tutor.