The Department of Politics at the University of Liverpool is offering two scholarships for students enrolling in the Scholarships for Master’s in Public Administration and Policy for the academic year 2025/2026. Each successful applicant will receive a £5,000 fee reduction to support their postgraduate studies.

Applicants must have applied for the MA in Public Administration and Policy at the university and must not already hold a postgraduate qualification. They should not be receiving any other University of Liverpool scholarship (except the Postgraduate Progression Award).

The University of Liverpool is a prestigious public research university located in Liverpool, England. Established in 1881, it is a member of the Russell Group of leading UK research-intensive universities. Known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, innovation, and global impact, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.

Application Deadline: 31 July 2025

Brief Description

• University or Organization: University of Liverpool

• Department: Department of Politics

• Course Level: Master’s (MA)

• Award: £5,000 fee reduction

• Access Mode: Online (application submission)

• Number of Awards: 2

• Nationality: Domestic and international

• The award can be taken in: United Kingdom

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Open to all nationalities

• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship is available for the MA in Public Administration and Policy offered by the University of Liverpool.

• Admissible Criteria:

  • Must have applied to the MA in Public Administration and Policy programme starting in the upcoming academic year.

  • Must not already possess a postgraduate-level qualification (MA/MRes/MSc, PhD or equivalent).

  • Must not be in receipt of any other award or bursary from the University of Liverpool, except for the Postgraduate Progression Award.

  • International applicants must have paid their deposit before the scholarship is guaranteed.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit the following documents via email to [email protected] with the subject line: ‘MA Postgraduate Study in Public Administration and Policy Funding Application’:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Academic Transcripts

• A 500-word personal statement outlining:

  • Motivation for choosing the programme

  • How the programme aligns with future career plans

  • Justification for receiving scholarship support

  • Disclosure of any other UoL awards or scholarships being applied for

  • Indicate if you wish to be considered for additional funding opportunities aimed at increasing representation in academia

Benefits

A scholarship amounting to £5,000 fee reduction for two successful candidates enrolling in the MA Public Administration and Policy programme at the University of Liverpool.

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