University of Bath offers £9.2 million in scholarships for the 2026/27 intake, one of the largest scholarship pools at any UK university. Most scholarships are auto-considered with the offer; no separate scholarship application needed. The CMA CGM Scholarship is the only scholarship requiring a separate form. Listed below are the flagship scholarships:
- Bath International Scholarship (UG): £8,000 (₹10 lakh) per year | Up to £24,000 (₹31 lakh) over 3 years (up to 300 awards)
- Bath Global Excellence Scholarship (PGT): £10,000 (₹13 lakh) | Up to 250 awards.
- The Bath MBA Scholarship: Up to £15,000 (₹19 lakh).
Currency conversion used: 1 GBP = ₹129 as of May 27, 2026.
University of Bath Scholarships for UG Students
- Bath International Scholarship (UG): £8,000/year (₹10 lakh/year) for international undergraduate applicants.
- Awarded for up to 3 years, with total funding up to £24,000 (₹31 lakh).
| Scholarship |
Award Value |
Eligibility |
Application |
| Bath International Scholarship (UG) |
- £8,000/year (₹10 lakh/year)
- Up to £24,000 (₹31 lakh) over 3 years |
- UG: Class 12
- 90%+ recommended |
Auto-considered |
| Bath Department Scholarship |
£3,000–£5,000 (₹4–6 lakh) |
Strong UG applicants from specific departments |
Auto-considered |
| Bath Sports Performance Award |
£3,000–£5,000 (₹4–6 lakh) |
National/international sports achievements |
Separate form via Sports office/ TeamBath |
| Bath Music Scholarship |
£2,500–£4,000 (₹3–5 lakh) |
Outstanding musical achievement with audition |
Separate Application |
*Note: The Bath International Scholarship is paid annually, renewable for the duration of the UG programme (3 years) with 60%+ grade maintained at Bath. Indian Class 12 students with 90%+ scores have the strongest chance. The 300 awards are highly competitive given Bath's selectivity, so early UCAS application is critical.
University of Bath Scholarships for Master's Students
The table below lists scholarships offered by the University of Bath for international Master’s students
| Scholarship |
Award Value |
Eligibility |
Application |
| Bath Global Excellence Scholarship (PGT) |
£10,000 (₹13 lakh) |
Bachelor’s 75%+ (or 2:1 honours) |
Auto-considered |
| Bath Merit Awards (PGT) |
£5,000 (₹6 lakh) |
Applicants not selected for the Global Excellence Scholarship |
Auto-considered |
| CMA CGM Scholarship |
Full tuition (£29,700–£38,950) (₹38.31–50.24 lakh) |
Selected Master’s courses |
Separate form |
| Department-specific Award |
£2,500–£5,000 (₹3–6 lakh) |
Strong applicants in selected departments |
Auto-considered |
| Sanctuary Scholarship |
Full tuition |
Refugee or asylum-seeker status |
Separate form |
Student Experiences
As per discussions on Reddit and other student platforms, Indian Master’s applicants report that combining the Bath Global Excellence Scholarship and Bath Merit Award can reduce tuition costs by up to £15,000 (₹19 lakh). The CMA CGM Scholarship is highly competitive, with only 4 awards annually.
University of Bath MBA Scholarships
The University of Bath School of Management offers dedicated MBA scholarships up to £15,000 (₹19.35 Lakhs) for the Financial Times Top 100-ranked Bath MBA. The MBA is in high demand among Indian executives.
| Scholarship |
Award Value |
Eligibility |
Application |
| Bath MBA Scholarship |
£5,000–£15,000 (₹6–19 lakh) |
- Strong academic/professional profile
- Leadership potential
- Work experience |
Auto-considered |
| Bath Global Excellence Scholarship (MBA) |
£10,000 (₹13 lakh) |
High-achieving international students |
Auto-considered |
| Women in MBA Scholarship |
Up to £15,000 (₹19 lakh) |
Female applicants |
Auto-considered |
| Forte Foundation Fellowship |
£10,000–£15,000 (₹13–19 lakh) |
Female applicants nominated by a Forte member school |
Separate form |
The Bath MBA fee is £37,500/year (₹48 lakh). With scholarship support of up to £15,000 (₹19 lakh), the effective fee can reduce to approximately £22,500 (₹29 lakh).
University of Bath India-Specific External Scholarships
Indian applicants funded at Bath typically combine the auto-applied Bath scholarships with one external Indian or UK government scholarship. The big four for UK-bound Indian Master's students are Chevening Scholarship, Inlaks Shivdasani, JN Tata Endowment, and Tata Trust Scholarship.
| Scholarship |
Award Value |
Eligibility |
| Chevening Scholarship |
- Fully funded (full tuition + £1,378/month stipend (₹2 lakh/month)
- Flights
- Visa
- Allowances |
- 2+ years work experience
- Leadership potential |
| Inlaks Shivdasani Scholarship |
Up to USD 120,000 (₹1 crore) |
Under 30 with strong academics |
| JN Tata Endowment |
Up to ₹20 lakh (loan) |
Graduates |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship (Abroad) |
Full tuition + living + travel + visa + insurance |
- SC/ST/OBC Applicant
- Family income limit |
Internal Bath scholarships can be combined with external scholarships. Applicants with 75%+ in their Bachelor’s degree should consider the Bath Global Excellence Scholarship alongside major external awards like Chevening, Inlaks, and Tata scholarships, which can help cover tuition and living costs.
FAQs
Ques. What is the maximum scholarship stack at Bath for an Indian Master's applicant?
Ans. Bath’s maximum internal scholarship support for most Indian Master’s applicants is typically £10,000 (₹13 lakh) through the Bath Global Excellence Scholarship. With external scholarships like Chevening or Inlaks, total funding can exceed £40,000–£50,000 (₹52–65 lakh), often covering both tuition and living costs.
Ques. When should I apply for Bath scholarships?
Ans. Most Bath scholarships are auto-considered with the offer: Bath International (UG), Bath Global Excellence (PGT), Bath Merit Awards (PGT), Bath MBA Scholarship, and Bath Department Scholarships. The CMA CGM Scholarship requires a separate form. Apply for admission by February 2026 for September 2026 to maximise scholarship consideration; Bath gives priority to early applicants.
Ques. Does Bath offer scholarships for the Bath MBA?
Ans. Yes. Bath offers MBA scholarships worth £5,000–£15,000 (₹6–19 lakh), with some female applicants eligible for additional support through the Forte Foundation Fellowship. In highly competitive cases, total scholarship funding can significantly reduce the MBA tuition fee.
Ques. Are Bath scholarships automatic or do they need a separate application?
Ans. Almost all Bath scholarships are auto-considered with the offer: Bath International Scholarship (UG, £8,000/year), Bath Global Excellence Scholarship (PGT, £10,000), Bath Merit Awards (PGT, £5,000), Bath MBA Scholarship (up to £15,000), Bath Department Scholarships, and Women in MBA Scholarship. The CMA CGM Scholarship (full tuition for 4 PGT awards) and the Sanctuary Scholarship require separate forms. Bath Sports Performance Award and Bath Music Scholarship require performance/audition.
Ques. Do Bath scholarships cover living costs in Bath?
Ans. Most Bath scholarships are tuition-fee reductions and do not cover living costs. Only a few external scholarships, such as Chevening, provide funding for living expenses.
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