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Alumni Scholarship
Amount:$4,400.00
University:Northumbria University Newcastle
Overview / About the Scholarship
The award is a 20% tuition fee discount applied to the cost of a postgraduate course. It is available to both UK and International alumni and is automatically applied to eligible students. The scholarship covers a wide range of study modes, including full-time, part-time, and distance learning options at both the Newcastle and London campuses.
Scholarship Value / Benefits
Tuition Discount: A reduction of 20% on the total course fee.
Estimated Financial Value: For a typical international master's course costing $26,000, the scholarship would save you approximately $5,200.
Flexible Coverage: The discount is applied pro rata if the course duration exceeds one year.
Combine with Loans: Students are still eligible to apply for government postgraduate loans or other private finance options alongside this discount.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the 2026/27 academic year, you must:
Previous Qualification: Have successfully completed a full undergraduate degree, a Master's, or a Postgraduate Research qualification from Northumbria University or Newcastle Polytechnic.
Self-Funded Status: Be a self-funded student (not receiving full sponsorship from an employer or government body).
Study Status: Be applying for a Full Master's (MA, MSc, LLM) or a Postgraduate Research degree (PhD, MPhil).
Exclusions: Students receiving other Northumbria scholarships (such as the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship) are typically not eligible to "stack" these awards.
Level & Field of Study
Levels: Postgraduate Taught (Master's) and Postgraduate Research (Doctoral/PhD).
Fields of Study: Open to almost all academic disciplines offered at the university, including Business, Law, Design, Computing, Engineering, and Health Sciences.
Note: It also includes the Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE).
Host University / Provider Info
Northumbria University is a leading UK institution known for its high graduate employability and research power.
Rankings: Ranked in the top 25 in the UK for research power.
Alumni Network: As a recipient, you remain part of a global network of over 222,000 alumni across 170 countries.
Campus Locations: Newcastle upon Tyne (City and Coach Lane campuses) and London.
Required Documents
Because the award is primarily automatic, the documents required are part of your standard postgraduate application:
Proof of Previous Qualification: Your Northumbria University certificate or final transcript.
Student ID Number: Your original Northumbria student reference number (if available) to speed up verification.
Updated Personal Statement: Outlining why you are returning for further study.
Identification: A valid passport (for international students)
How to Apply
The application process is designed to be seamless:
Submit Course Application: Apply for your chosen Master's or Research degree via the Northumbria University website.
Automatic Identification: The admissions system will typically identify you as a former student based on your records.
Verify Status: In your application, confirm that you are a former university graduate.
Confirm Discount: Once you receive your Offer Letter, the 20% discount will be clearly listed under the financial section.
Success Rate
98%
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