We are committed to resolving the future challenges facing global food production and distribution, whilst facing the environmental and cultural pressures of increased demand. 

These challenges cannot be solved by one country; they require common purpose from experts around the world. This Scholarship will help enable students to develop their skills at RAU and become part of the future network of global champions.

The Vice-Chancellor’s Global Impact Scholarship is open to new MSc Postgraduate students starting courses in September 2026 and January 2027 and offers up to a £1,500 contribution to the tuition fee.

About the scholarship

  • The opportunity to apply for this scholarship is open to full-time taught MSc fee-paying international students starting in September 2026 and January 2027 who meet or exceed academic entry requirements (including visa requirements).
  • Up to £1,500 of tuition fees covered by the Vice-Chancellor for one year of study. This includes a £500 bursary for early fee payment (if paid within 2 weeks of receiving an unconditional offer
  • Suitable candidates will be considered based on their academic qualifications and potential to contribute to global challenges of food security, sustainability, ecology or resource management.
  • The scholarship is for one year’s duration.
  • You must hold an offer from the RAU for a course starting in September 2026 or January 2027.
  • International students only

How do I apply?

Please apply using the online application form.

How will I know if my application has been successful?

All applicants will be informed in writing of their eligibility no later than two weeks after applying. Eligible candidates will be shortlisted and selected after they have formally accepted their offer and paid their deposit.

Terms and conditions

  • Only one RAU managed scholarship can be held at any one time. The Vice-Chancellor’s Global Impact Scholarship is worth up to a £1,500 contribution to the total tuition fees paid.
  • The RAU endeavours to ensure that this information is correct. However, the RAU accepts no legal liability for errors or omissions and reserves the right to make changes without notice.
  • The decision of the Scholarship Committee is based on the information provided on the application form. The decision of the Committee is final.

Contact us

For further information, please email: scholarships@rau.ac.uk.