Imperial MSc Immunology Scholarship 2027–2028 for Students of Black Heritage

Key facts:

• Organisation: Imperial College London
• Category: Scholarship
• Country / region: United Kingdom
• Deadline: Not specified (to be confirmed)
• Open to nationalities (optional): Not specified. Applicants must meet the stated ethnic heritage and Home-fee requirements.
• Funding: Full tuition fees at the Home rate and a maintenance stipend at the applicable UKRI minimum rate. Use of a department laptop may also be included, subject to confirmation.
• Study level: Master's
• Field of study: Immunology
• Duration: Not specified in the announcement
• Host institution: Imperial College London
• Language requirement: Not specified in the announcement.

About the programme

Imperial College London's department is offering funding for students joining the MSc Immunology programme in the 2027–2028 academic year.

The scholarship is intended to support eligible students of Black heritage as they pursue postgraduate studies in immunology.

Who can apply

Applicants must meet all the following requirements:

• Identify as belonging to one of these ethnic groups:

  • Black or Black British – Caribbean
  • Black or Black British – African
  • Mixed – White and Black Caribbean
  • Mixed – White and Black African
  • Other Black background
• Be a Home-fee-paying applicant.
• Have received an offer of admission to the MSc Immunology programme.

Please note: The scholarship is for new entrants only. Students already studying the course are not eligible.

What you get

The scholarship provides:

• Full tuition fees at the Home rate.
• A maintenance stipend at the applicable UKRI minimum stipend rate.
• Use of a department laptop, subject to confirmation.

The announcement does not state the exact stipend amount.

How to apply

1. Apply for admission to Imperial College London's MSc Immunology programme.
2. Complete the separate scholarship application form before the closing date, which is yet to be confirmed.
3. Eligible candidates will be assessed by the department.
4. Candidates will be asked to submit a personal statement of no more than 700 words.
5. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview.

Your personal statement should explain:

• Why the scholarship would benefit your studies.
• How it would help you achieve your academic goals.
• How your education could benefit your community or society in the future.
• Which academic or personal achievements you are most proud of. You may also discuss how you overcame a challenging personal situation.

Imperial says there are no right or wrong answers and encourages applicants to share their personal stories.

If you also want to be considered for the Presidential Scholarship for Students of Black Heritage, you must submit a separate application form.

For questions, contact w.mitchell@imperial.ac.uk.

Documents required

The announcement specifically mentions:

• A scholarship application form.
• A personal statement of no more than 700 words.
• An offer of admission to the MSc Immunology programme.

Any additional document requirements are not specified in the announcement. Check the official scholarship page for further instructions.

Important dates

• Entry year: 2027–2028.
• Application deadline: Not yet specified.
• Interview dates: To be confirmed.
• Successful candidate notification: To be confirmed.

Applicants should check the official website regularly for updates.