University of Sheffield UK Siddall Sheffield Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)
The Siddall Sheffield Scholarship is a prestigious fully funded UK Master’s scholarship offered by the University of Sheffield for academically outstanding US students pursuing a one-year Master’s degree in Engineering. This highly competitive award covers 100% of tuition fees and provides a generous living stipend, allowing recipients to focus entirely on their academic and research goals in the United Kingdom.
Funded through a generous endowment by Dr Graham Siddall and Mrs Brenda Siddall, this scholarship supports future engineering leaders who demonstrate innovation, academic excellence, and a commitment to community development.
Degree Level
- Master’s Degree (MSc / MEng)
Available Subjects
The scholarship applies to any of the Engineering Master’s courses at Sheffield, including but not limited to:
- Mechanical Engineering MSc
- Aerospace Engineering MSc
- Advanced Manufacturing Technologies MSc
- Electronic and Electrical Engineering MSc
- Civil and Structural Engineering MSc
Find a full list at: sheffield.ac.uk/engineering/study/postgraduate
Benefits
Students selected for the Siddall Sheffield Scholarship will receive:
- Full tuition fee waiver for a one-year Engineering Master’s
- £18,000 living stipend
- Total scholarship value of approximately £50,000
- Study at a top UK Russell Group university
- Access to world-class engineering research facilities
- Opportunity to develop industry-relevant technical and research skills
- Strong academic and professional network in the UK
Eligible Nationalities
Open to applicants from USA.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a US citizen
- Must have studied previously in the United States
- Must be a non-UK resident and not have lived in the UK long-term
- Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field before arriving in the UK
- Must have a strong academic record (preferred GPA of 3.7 or above)
- Must receive an offer for a one-year full-time Master’s programme in Engineering at the University of Sheffield
- Must be self-funded and classified as an overseas student
- Must not be in receipt of any other sponsored or external funding
Application Procedure
Follow these steps to apply for the Siddall Sheffield Scholarship:
- Apply for a one-year Master’s degree in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sheffield
- Secure support from a member of academic staff in your chosen department for your research proposal
- Prepare the following documents:
- Scholarship application form
- Academic reference and endorsement letter
- 500-word research project proposal
- 500-word civic engagement essay
- Submit the scholarship application online
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview
- Final scholarship decisions will be announced after interviews
Deadline: The application deadline varies each year, so applicants are advised to check the University of Sheffield’s official website for the most up-to-date closing date.
Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on:
- Academic merit (50%) – Proven academic excellence and technical innovation.
- Research contribution (25%) – Relevance of the proposed project to the Faculty of Engineering’s research.
- Civic engagement (25%) – Community involvement and leadership outside of academics.
