Overview / About the Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship for Bangladeshi students is a specialised financial award designed to reward the loyalty of graduates who choose to continue their academic journey at their original UK institution. For the 2026-27 academic year, this scholarship serves as a vital bridge for those seeking higher-level degrees, offering significant tuition reductions based on previous academic history with the university.
This scholarship is an institutional initiative aimed at fostering a lifelong connection between the university and its global alumni community. It recognises the value that returning Bangladeshi students bring to the campus, including their familiarity with the UK education system and their potential to act as ambassadors for their host institution.
Scholarship Value / Benefits
Tuition Discount: Typically offered as a 20% reduction in the total tuition fee for eligible self-funded alumni.
Fixed Awards: Some institutions provide a flat-rate grant, such as a £2,000 tuition fee discount for returning undergraduate alumni.
Complementary Funding: At many universities, this can be combined with most other university scholarships, provided the total funding does not exceed 100% of fees.
Support for Various Levels: The discount often applies to both Postgraduate Taught (Masters) and Postgraduate Research (PGR) programs.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, Bangladeshi applicants must usually meet the following:
Alumni Status: Must have successfully graduated from the host UK university or completed an approved Study Abroad or exchange program there.
Nationality: Be a citizen and permanent resident of Bangladesh.
Academic Excellence: Primarily awarded on the basis of academic performance in previous studies.
Funding Status: Most often available to self-funded students; external full funding may disqualify the applicant.
Level & Field of Study
Level: Valid for Postgraduate Taught (Master's), Postgraduate Research (PhD), and sometimes specialised certificates or diplomas.
Field: Generally open to a wide range of subjects, though some universities exclude specific professional development or distance learning programmes.
Host University / Provider Info
Numerous UK universities offer specialised alumni support to Bangladeshi graduates. For the 2026-27 cycle, several high-profile institutions are accepting applications:
University of Glasgow: Offers a 20% tuition fee discount to self-funded alumni starting in 2026/27.
University of Birmingham: Provides a £2,000 Alumni Scholarship for returning undergraduate graduates.
University of Manchester: offers merit-based awards, including the Global Futures and GREAT awards, for Bangladeshi students.
Other Potential Providers: Cranfield University, University of Portsmouth, and University of East Anglia are among those offering specialised postgraduate funding for Bangladeshi nationals in 2026.
Required Documents
Standard requirements for returning Bangladeshi alumni typically include:
Proof of Previous Degree: Academic transcripts and certificates from the previous degree completed at the university.
Valid Passport: Proof of Bangladeshi citizenship.
New Offer Letter: An admission offer for the 2026/27 course at the same institution.
Personal Statement: A Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining academic and career goals.
How to Apply
Apply for Admission: Submit an application for your new course through the university's standard admissions process.
Check Application Status: Determine if the scholarship is automatic or requires a separate application; institutions like Birmingham require a separate application.
Adhere to Deadlines: Most institutions have two rounds of updates, with final deadlines often falling in July or August 2026.
Confirmation: Successful scholars will be informed individually after registration or by specific notification dates.
