The Department of Economics, University of Warwick, is pleased to announce the Economics Excellence Scholarship for the academic 2026 intake. This prestigious merit-based award is designed to support academically outstanding UK and international students who have secured and firmly accepted an offer for one of the eligible one-year taught MSc programmes within the Department of Economics.
The University of Warwick was founded in 1965 in Coventry, England, as part of the UK government’s expansion of higher education. It quickly developed a strong reputation for teaching and research, particularly in business, economics, science, and social sciences. Today, Warwick is recognised as one of the UK’s leading universities, known for academic excellence, innovation, and strong links with industry.
Table of Briefs
| Scholarship Feature | Details |
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| Scholarship Name | Economics Excellence Scholarship |
| Level of Study | Master’s MSc – One-year taught programmes |
| Department | Department of Economics |
| Study Mode | Full-time only |
| Eligible Students | UK and International students |
| Funding Type | Merit-based Self-funding students only |
| Number of Awards | One scholarship |
| Offer Acceptance Deadline | 18 May 2026 |
Background
The Economics Excellence Scholarship was established by the Department of Economics to recognise and support academically outstanding students with a strong potential for success at the Master’s level. The scholarship reflects the department’s commitment to academic excellence and widening access to postgraduate education, particularly for talented students who may face financial constraints when progressing to advanced study.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Economics Excellence Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Must have firmly accepted an offer for an eligible MSc programme by 18 May 2026
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Must be applying for full-time, one-year taught MSc study
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Must be academically outstanding
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Must be self-funding not sponsored by an external organisation
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Must enrol within the Department of Economics
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Scholarship cannot be deferred or transferred to another department or course
Eligible Courses
The scholarship is applicable only to the following MSc programmes:
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MSc Economics
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MSc Economic and International Financial Economics
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MSc Behavioural and Economic Science Economics Track
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MSc Economics and Data Science
Applicants to courses outside this list are not eligible.
Benefits
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Number of Awards: One Master’s scholarship
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Purpose: To support academically excellent students who may face financial difficulty in progressing to postgraduate study
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Study Level: Master’s Postgraduate
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Duration: One-year taught MSc programme
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Restrictions:
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Full-time study only
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Cannot be deferred to another academic year
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Cannot be transferred to another department or course
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Application Process
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Apply for an Eligible MSc Course
Submit an application to one of the eligible MSc programmes offered by the Department of Economics. -
Secure and Accept Your Offer
You must firmly accept your offer by 18 May 2026 to be considered. -
Scholarship Consideration
Eligible candidates are typically assessed based on academic merit. Further instructions, if required, will be communicated by the department. -
Await Outcome
The department will select one outstanding applicant for the scholarship.
Important Dates
Application Deadline: 18 May 2026.
Conclusion
The Economics Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious and highly competitive award aimed at rewarding academic merit and supporting access to postgraduate education. If you are a high-achieving student planning to pursue a Master’s degree in Economics, this scholarship can significantly support your academic journey.