UCL200 Laws LLM Future Scholars' Awards at University College London 2026

The UCL200 Laws LLM Future Scholars' Awards are designed to increase the accessibility of our LLM to UK-domiciled individuals who have been, and are, of limited means, and who intend to use their LLM as a stepping stone to doctoral studies.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineApril 16, 2026
• Study LevelMasters
• SponsorUniversity College London
• City to studyLondon
• School to studyUniversity College London
• Course to studyLaw
• Eligible CountryUnited Kingdom

Benefits

These means-tested scholarships provide full fee waiver and £15,000 maintenance.

Requirements

To be eligible for this scholarship, candidates must:

• Have submitted a complete application (including reference) to study on our LLM programme for September 2026 entry by no later than 4pm (UK time) on Monday 9th March. Please note that you will not be able to complete the scholarship application form if you have not already applied for the LLM.
• Be in financial hardship and be unable otherwise to afford to study the LLM
• Have attended a non-fee-paying state-funded school or educational institution (students who have attended a fee-paying junior or senior school/educational institution at any time are not eligible to apply)
• Be eligible for ‘Home’ (UK) fee status and be a UK domicile
• Not have previously completed a Master’s degree or equivalent (in any subject)
• Show prior outstanding academic achievement demonstrating potential to excel on UCL’s LLM
• Show evidence of a serious intention to use their LLM as a stepping stone to doctoral studies.

Check also:
Free Ongoing Fully Funded Scholarships Guide 2026 (Download Now)

Application Deadline

How To Apply

The application requires personal details including financial details and a statement explaining why you are applying for this award. Please carefully read the guidance document below which explains how to complete the application.

Opportunity and Future Scholars Guidance PDF

To apply for the scholarship please fill in our application form where UCL will assess your eligibility for the scholarship. Eligible applicants will then be shortlisted and invited to interview in May.

For more details, visit UCL Scholarship webpage