Inspiring Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship

Awarded by : Durham University

Updated on Sep 25, 2026
Kashish Saini

University Research Analyst

Inspiring Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship

  • Applicable for

    Durham University in UK

  • Max scholarship per student

    Rs 12,67,965/-

  • No. of students to be awarded

    Varies

  • Course Level

    Bachelors

  • Intake year

    Sep 2027

  • Final application deadline

    01 May 2027

  • Type of scholarships

    Merit

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Scholarship Overview

  • The Inspiring Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship is an invitation to International Students to achieve excellence at Durham.
  • Each scholarship is a competitive partial scholarship award worth up to  £15,000 - £30,000 over three years in tuition fee discounts towards the original tuition fee for an undergraduate programme starting in September 2027.
  • The scholarships are available to all self-funded international applicants who select Durham University as their Firm Choice by the UCAS reply deadline and meet the eligibility criteria outlined below. This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with any other scholarships, funding or awards.

Applicable course, university and country

This scholarship is applicable for Bachelors Degree

This scholarship is applicable for the following courses in Durham University in UK

  • Eligible programmes: Full-time in-person undergraduate programme at Durham University (BA (Hons) in Theology, Ministry and Mission and BA (Hons) in Theology and Religion are excluded).

Scholarship amount details

Max scholarship per student: Pound 10,000 => Rs 12,67,965

Conversion rate used: 1 Pound = Rs. 126.80 (last updated 26th September 2026)

Scholarship amount will be given: Yearly

Scholarship amount can be used for

Type of Expense Indicates if scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Tuition & Fees ✔Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense ×Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation ×Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses ×Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care ×Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover ×Not covered in scholarship
Application ×Not covered in scholarship
Others ×Not covered in scholarship

  • The scholarship is offered in two award types:
    • Inspiring Excellence £5k - up to £15,000 for three-year programmes (£5,000 per year)
    • Inspiring Excellence £10k - up to £30,000 for three-year programmes (£10,000 per year)
  • Duration of the scholarship: Up to three years (subject to maintaining strong academic progress).

Student Awards

Number of students to be awarded: Varies

Scholarship Eligibility

Special Restrictions

  • No Special Restriction applicable

Exams Details

Exam name Indicates if exam is required and cutoff (if any)
12 Required

Eligibility

  • To be eligible for the Durham Inspiring Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must:

    • Be self-funded and not in receipt of any other scholarship, funding award, or sponsorship from Durham University or any external organisation.
    • Be classified as Overseas student for tuition fee purposes.
    • Hold a valid UCAS Personal ID.
    • Have applied to full-time in-person undergraduate programme at Durham University.
      • BA (Hons) in Theology, Ministry and Mission and BA (Hons) in Theology and Religion are excluded from this scholarship scheme.
    • Select Durham University as Firm Choice by the UCAS reply deadline.
    • Meet or exceed the entry requirements for the programme applied for at Durham University.
    • Commence undergraduate studies at Durham University in September 2027.
    • Not select Durham University as Insurance Choice.
    • Not be admitted to Durham University through Clearing.
    • Not be progressing to Durham University via the Durham University International Study Centre.
    • Submit Durham Inspiring Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship Application Form.

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is applicable for students from India +239 more

Application Process for this scholarship

  • To apply for the Inspiring Excellence Undergraduate Scholarship, you must provide a valid UCAS ID on the scholarship application form. However, you do not need to hold an academic offer at the time of scholarship application.
  • Applicants who apply to a Durham programme after the UCAS equal consideration deadline are advised to submit their Inspiring Excellence Scholarship application in the 2nd Round.

Scholarship Application

This scholarship needs a separate external application.

Important Dates

Date Additional Details
Application start date October 01, 2026 Not Available
Application final end date May 01, 2027
  • Undergraduate Scholarship online application by:
    • 1st round application deadline: 7 December 2026 (23:59 GMT)
    • 2nd round application deadline: 15 March 2027 (23:59 GMT)
    • Final round application deadline: 1 May 2027 (23:59 GMT)
UCAS Deadline January 13, 2027
  • Apply for an eligible undergraduate programme at Durham University via UCAS before the equal consideration deadline on 13 January 2027 at 18:00 (UK Time)

Please note that these dates could be in local country times and may not be IST (Indian standard time).

Additional Information

  • Selection is based on the applicant's scholarship application responses, academic achievements and potential to make a positive impact after completing a postgraduate degree at Durham University. In addition, nationality diversity and balance across programmes will also be considered in the selection process.
  • Please note: if you fail to receive an academic offer before the deadline for the 1st round selection, or you are unsuccessful in the 1st round selection, you will be automatically considered for the 2nd round selection. You do not need to submit the scholarship application form again.

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