The Queen Mary University of London, through its School of Law, is proud to announce the Norman Palmer Partial Scholarship for the LLM Art, Business and Law full-time mode only for the academic year 2026. This prestigious award honours the legacy of Norman Palmer, a distinguished scholar and barrister in the field of art and cultural property law, whose contributions continue to shape legal scholarship and practice internationally.
Queen Mary University of London was founded in 1887 as the People’s Palace in East London to provide education and social opportunities to local communities. It later became Queen Mary College in 1915 and joined the University of London in 1919. Over the years, it merged with several institutions, including Westfield College and medical colleges, expanding its academic strength. Today, it is a leading research-intensive university known for excellence in law, medicine, science, engineering, and the humanities.
Table of Briefs
| Category | Details |
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| Scholarship Name | Norman Palmer Partial Scholarship |
| Course | LLM Art, Business and Law Full-time only |
| Institution | Queen Mary University of London |
| Number of Awards | 1 |
| Value | 1/3 tuition fee waiver |
| Study Mode | Full-time only |
| Programme Application Deadline | 15 March 2026 |
| Scholarship Deadline | 5 April 2026 |
| Fee Status | UK & International students eligible |
| Deferrable? | No |
Background
The Norman Palmer Partial Scholarship honours Norman Palmer, the Academic Principal of the Institute of Art and Law and a leading authority in art and cultural property law. His influential publications, including Palmer on Bailment, Art Loans, and Museums and the Holocaust, continue to shape scholarship and legal practice globally.
As a barrister, Palmer specialised in cultural objects, commercial law, dispute resolution, and mediation involving governments, museums, collectors, and indigenous communities. The LLM Art, Business and Law programme stands as his academic legacy at Queen Mary.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must meet all of the following requirements:
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Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for the LLM Art, Business and Law this scholarship does NOT apply to other LLM programmes.
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Be enrolled in full-time study mode only.
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Have either UK or International fee status.
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Not be in receipt of funding from another source.
Failure to meet any one of these criteria will result in ineligibility.
Benefits
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Award Value: 1/3 tuition fee waiver
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Number of Awards: 1
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Payment Method:
The scholarship is not paid directly to the student. Instead, it is offset against your tuition fee invoice. -
Deferral:
Scholarships cannot be deferred to a later academic year.
Application Process
Step 1: Apply for the LLM Programme
Submit your application for the LLM Art, Business and Law by 15 March 2026.
Step 2: Prepare Required Documents
Upload the following to the Queen Mary application portal:
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Transcripts of your law degree and other legal qualifications
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Curriculum Vitae CV
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1 reference letter
Step 3: Submit Scholarship Application
Complete and sign the online Norman Palmer Scholarship application form.
Step 4: Personal Statement Maximum 1,000 words
Respond to the following prompt:
Explain why you want to study the Art, Business and Law LLM at Queen Mary University of London, specifying the modules of interest. Consider what you will bring to the programme and why you should be awarded the scholarship, focusing on academic and professional achievements, Institute of Art & Law engagement (if any), and financial need.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 5 April 2026.
Conclusion
The Norman Palmer Partial Scholarship offers a valuable opportunity for academically strong and motivated students to pursue the LLM Art, Business and Law at Queen Mary University of London with meaningful financial support. By covering one-third of tuition fees, the award not only reduces financial pressure but also recognises excellence, professional potential, and commitment to the specialised field of art and cultural property law.
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