University of Nottingham

The Fulbright University of Nottingham Award covers a one-year master's degree or the first year of a doctoral programme offered by the University of Nottingham, in any subject area.

The University of Nottingham is a pioneering university providing an exceptional, research-led education and an outstanding student experience for its 47,500 students from over 150 countries. As a founding member of the Russell Group, the university is built on the ethos that education can unlock potential and transform lives, committed to excellence in teaching and learning.  

Founded in 1948, with a history stretching back to 1881, we have 140 years of heritage and success to be proud of, and to build on. University of Nottingham is ranked 100th in the world (17 in the UK) out of more than 500 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2024. 

The university has a history of world-changing research, from the development of MRI technology to the ongoing fight against modern slavery and world hunger. We offer a broad range of postgraduate masters and research degree programmes across the liberal arts, engineering, medicine, healthcare, science, and social sciences. 

Nottingham students benefit from outstanding careers support, internship opportunities, and links with local, national and global employers. Our graduates are among the most sought-after in the UK, consistently targeted by leading graduate employers. Students also enjoy a great campus experience with excellent facilities for study, leisure, sport and faith, with over 300 clubs and societies to choose from at the UK’s Sports University of the Year (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024).  

The city of Nottingham is world-famous for the legends of RobinHood andis a UNESCO City of Literature. There is plenty to explore including a castle, parks and gardens, major sports venues and exciting nightlife. Located in the heart of England, it is only two hours from London by train, with excellent transport links to other major cities and local attractions. 

Grant amount

Tuition waiver up to £27,500

£19,027 living stipend

$1500 travel stipend

The living stipend is intended as a contribution towards general maintenance costs towards the first year in the UK.

In the UK, master's degrees are typically one-year programmes (full-time) and PhDs are three-year programmes (full-time), with an optional fourth year for completion of the thesis.

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