University College London IMPACT Scholarship 2026, UK
The IMPACT Scholarship at University College London (UCL) is now open for applications from students who have experienced social, economic, or personal inequality and are passionate about improving public health outcomes. The scholarship supports applicants admitted to UCL’s Online Master of Public Health (MPH) programme and provides significant financial assistance to help them pursue advanced studies in public health.
Unlike many traditional scholarships that focus primarily on academic performance, the IMPACT Scholarship recognizes the value of lived experiences and aims to empower individuals who want to drive positive change in health equity and population wellbeing.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host Institution: University College London
- Scholarship Name: IMPACT Scholarship
- Degree Level: Master's Degree
- Program: Online Master of Public Health (MPH)
- Scholarship Value: Up to £20,500
- Number of Scholarships: Up to 2
- Study Mode: Full-Time, Part-Time, or Modular-Flexible
- Eligible Nationalities: All Nationalities
- Application Deadline: 30 June
Degree Level
The scholarship is available for:
- Master's Degree Programs
Specifically, it supports students enrolled in the Online Master of Public Health (MPH) programme at UCL.
Available Subjects
The scholarship supports studies in:
- Public Health
- Population Health
- Health Policy
- Global Health
- Community Health
- Health Equity and Inequality Studies
Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Financial support of up to £20,500
- Funding applied toward tuition fees
- Access to a world-class public health programme
- Flexible study options
- Opportunity to learn from leading public health experts
- Enhanced career opportunities in healthcare and public policy
For part-time and modular-flexible students, the scholarship will be awarded on a pro-rata basis.
Eligible Nationalities
The scholarship is open to:
- Domestic students
- International students
Applicants from all countries are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the IMPACT Scholarship, applicants must:
- Have lived experience of inequality
- Meet the admission requirements for the UCL Online Master of Public Health programme
- Submit an admission application for the relevant academic intake
- Demonstrate a commitment to improving public health outcomes
Examples of qualifying experiences may include:
- Financial disadvantage
- Ethnic discrimination
- Gender inequality
- Barriers related to sexual orientation
- Caring responsibilities
- Adverse childhood experiences
- Social exclusion
- Disability-related challenges
Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on:
- The applicant's lived experience of inequality
- Motivation for studying Public Health
- Need for scholarship support
- Future plans to improve health outcomes and reduce inequalities
- Quality of the personal statement
Each application will be independently reviewed and scored by assessors before final selections are made.
Application Procedure
To apply for the scholarship:
- Apply for admission to the UCL Online Master of Public Health (MPH) programme.
- Complete the scholarship application form.
- Prepare a personal statement outlining your experiences and goals.
- Submit all required documents before the deadline.
- Await the scholarship selection results.
Why Apply for the IMPACT Scholarship?
The IMPACT Scholarship is designed for individuals who want to transform personal experiences of inequality into meaningful contributions to public health. By supporting students with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, UCL aims to develop future public health leaders capable of addressing health disparities and creating positive change within communities worldwide.
The scholarship offers not only financial support but also access to one of the world's leading universities and a globally recognized public health programme.
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the IMPACT Scholarship is 30 June. Applications must be submitted before 11:59 PM BST on the closing date.
Successful applicants are expected to be notified of the outcome in early August.
