United Kingdom
1 Fulbright/Lancaster University Award in Faculty of Science and Technology
Accepted Degree Levels
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Grant PeriodFall StartGrant Length10 Months |
Award Type
Specialized Grant Types
- Science/Public Health
- Environmental
Fulbright Graduate Degree Grants
- Yes
Award Profile
The Fulbright Lancaster University Award in STEM covers the first year of any Master’s degree programme offered by the Faculty of Science and Technology.
The Faculty of Science and Technology is home to a vibrant and active community of postgraduate students from around the world. Our researchers engage in projects that make a demonstrable difference to the economy and society. Underpinned by research, our Master’s programmes are taught by experts at the cutting-edge of their field. We place emphasis on an interdisciplinary approach to teaching. We offer modern facilities and cutting-edge equipment alongside dedicated computer rooms and social spaces. This provides a highly stimulating and innovative environment for you to thrive in.
We offer Master’s degrees in the following areas:
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Cyber Security
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Data Science
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Engineering
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Environment
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Psychology
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Statistics
Located on a beautiful campus in the North West of England, Lancaster University is highly ranked in international league tables. We are 122nd out of more than 1,000 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2024 and joint 155th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024.
We are one of only a handful of universities with a collegiate system, which has helped to forge a strong sense of identity, community and loyalty, and continues to be a distinctive feature of student life at Lancaster. Students from more than one hundred countries make up a thriving community based around our nine colleges, creating a culturally diverse campus in a location that boasts the combination of city, coast and countryside.
For a list of supported postgraduate programmes, please visit Lancaster’s Faculty of Science and Technology website, where you will find a full list of STEM programmes supported by this award. This award excludes degrees which fall under the Faculty of Heath and Medicine e.g. Health Data Science.
Grant Length
Grant Period
Master's programs in the UK may last up to 1 year (and in rare circumstances, 2 years). Unless otherwise stated, funding is provided for the first year of the degree - although the grant period is 10 months, tuition waivers cover the entire first year and student visas are not impacted by grant length.
Stipend amounts are set and do not change based on length of the degree.
Orientation
Candidate Profile
The Commission is seeking applicants who demonstrate:
- Rigor in scholarly enquiry and academic or professional excellence;
- Strong reasons for wishing to pursue the proposed project in the UK and at a particular institution;
- A desire to gain a better understanding of the peoples and cultures of their host country;
- Commitment to the community through volunteer and extra-curricular activities;
- Flexibility and dynamism necessary for active involvement in the host country.
What is life like for Fulbrighters in the host country?
Step into Fulbright in the United Kingdom—a vibrant exchange opportunity that has weaved strong bonds between the UK and the US since 1948. From the buzzing energy of large metropolitan cities to the charm of quaint towns, daily life as a Fulbright Postgraduate to the United Kingdom offers a wide array of experiences. Our awards unfold across the UK's diverse landscapes throughout England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales.
Navigating the country is made easy with efficient public transportation networks, allowing scholars to explore cities, countryside, and coastlines. Throughout the year, grantees engage in cultural events and festivals, immersing themselves in the arts, music, and local traditions. To name a few opportunities, previous Fulbrighters have participated in Highland games, organised writing workshops in picturesque locations, and visited National Trust properties across the UK.
With over 160 universities, the UK is home to innovative and globally significant research and teaching projects spanning all disciplines and sectors. Fulbright awards are offered across all 4 nations and the British Virgin Islands, with a range of all disciplines awards and subject-specific awards.
Candidates interested in applying for an award in the United Kingdom are advised to visit the US-UK Fulbright Commission's website for more information on the awards offered by the Commission and to hear from our alumni community.
Explore firsthand accounts from US Postgraduates like Asael Rodriguez, who engaged with his host community of Canterbury through volunteering opportunities, and Katelyn Barnes and Paul Kyumin Lee, who deepened their work in peacebuilding and conflict resolution while researching in Belfast.
Hear about Fulbright experiences from Cesar Cortorreal, 2022-23 Postgraduate Awardee here:
Applicants may also wish to consult Universities UK, Universities Scotland, Universities Wales, and UK Research and Innovation for more information about higher education in the UK.
Applicants may contact the US-UK Fulbright Commission with any queries by emailing fulbrightprogrammes@fulbright.org.uk
Eligibility
6 Months
Only degrees offered by the Faculty of Science and Technology are eligible for this award.
The following applicants are ineligible for consideration:
- Applicants who have extensive previous experience in the UK
- Applicants whose proposals are to complete any part of a medical degree, including internships or residencies, or applicants who hold a Ph.D. at the time the grant is to begin
- Applicants who have previously spent time at their selected university will be at a competitive disadvantage
- Applicants who have spent six or more months in the host country in the year prior to the grant are ineligible for consideration
Degree Level of Applicant
- Bachelor's
- Master's
- Doctoral
Special Application Instructions
In your Fulbright online application, for Award Name, please select the specific award you are applying for from the drop down menu.
Foreign Language Proficiency
Fulbright Proposal Types
No
Yes
Affiliation
Letter recommended but not required at deadline
Applicants are responsible for arranging their own affiliation and must apply for admission according to the relevant university’s admissions procedures. Applicants are not expected to have a letter of admission/affiliation at time of application, but awards are made conditional upon acceptance by the chosen institution before arrival.
Applicants will complete two applications, the Fulbright application and the university’s application (according to the university’s admissions procedures). Applicants must submit their university applications as early as possible, ideally before January 13, 2025. Applicants who fail to do so may be at a competitive disadvantage. The Fulbright Program does not cover the application fee for the university.
Affiliation Fees/Tuition
Tuition for the first year of study will be waived internally by the host university.
Award Benefits
- A stipend broadly based on the cost of living in the host country. These funds may be used by the grantee to support housing, meals, and incidental costs during the grant period.
- International travel benefits
- Accident & sickness health benefits
- 24/7 mental health support line for urgent and non-urgent situations
- 12 months of non-competitive eligibility (NCE) hiring status within the federal government
Stipend Amount
This is an estimated amount and is subject to change. The financial terms of the grant will be confirmed in the grant document issued after selection.
The stipend amounts are in line with the UK Research and Innovation’s minimum amounts for studentship stipends and allowance.
Estimated Cost of Living
Consider using cost of living comparison websites to gain a better understanding of the potential costs in your host country.
For an idea of what to expect with regards to living costs within the UK, please refer to the British Council’s guidance on the cost of study for international students: https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/moving-uk/cost-studying
Dependents
Fulbright Program Management Contact
Fulbright Commission/U.S. Embassy Website
Grant Amount
- Full tuition waiver for the first year of study
- £19,027 living stipend
- £1,500 travel stipend
The living stipend is intended as a contribution towards general maintenance costs towards the first year in the UK.