Fully funded

A.S. Hornby Educational Trust Scholarship (MEd TESOL)

University of Exeter, United Kingdom

Scholarship overview

The Hornby Educational Trust funds Master's scholarships that build English language teaching capacity in low- and middle-income countries. Up to ten fully funded scholarships are available for the University of Exeter MEd TESOL for September 2027 entry.

Applications are considered jointly by the University of Exeter and the Hornby Educational Trust. The award is not available for PGCert or PGDip study.

Award Information

  • Be a national of, resident in and working in a country classed as Least Developed, Low Income, Lower Middle Income or Upper Middle Income on the OECD DAC list.
  • At least three years of full-time TESOL teaching or related professional experience after your first degree.
  • Hold an undergraduate degree at UK upper second class honours equivalent or higher, or a relevant postgraduate degree.
  • Not hold a doctorate in TESOL, applied linguistics, English or a related area.
  • Not hold a Masters in TESOL, applied linguistics, English or a related area from a UK university.
  • Meet Exeter's admission criteria for the MEd TESOL.
  • Full tuition fees.
  • Monthly stipend for accommodation and living costs.
  • Return international travel costs.
  • Duration: one year.
  • Closing date: 22 November 2026.
  • Shortlisting notified by 5 January 2027.
  • Interviews 15 to 24 February 2027.
  • Final outcome by 4 March 2027.
  1. Complete the Hornby Scholarship application form; applying to the MEd TESOL first is not required.
  2. Shortlisted applicants are contacted with instructions to apply for the programme.
  3. Attend an interview if shortlisted.

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How selection works

  • Academically talented and experienced applicants.
  • Joint panel of University of Exeter and Hornby Educational Trust representatives.
  • Awards are not combined with other scholarships; Hornby is awarded only if greater than any other award.
  • Awards are conditional on applying to the MEd TESOL; deferral or a change of fee status can invalidate the offer.
  • Awards may be withheld if suitable candidates are not found.

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