The Martingale Scholarships 2027 provide fully funded opportunities for students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds to pursue selected Master’s and PhD programmes in Mathematical Sciences and Artificial Intelligence at leading UK universities.
The scholarships cover tuition fees, research expenses and a tax-free living stipend, alongside academic and professional development support.
Key Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Martingale Foundation |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Level | Master’s and PhD |
| Fields | Mathematics and Artificial Intelligence |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Universities | Selected leading UK universities |
| Application opens | 12 August 2026 |
| Deadline | 18 October 2026 |
| Study begins | September 2027 |
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Martingale Scholars receive:
- Full tuition fees
- Research expenses
- Tax-free living stipend
- University application support
- Leadership and professional development
- Access to a research community and industry networks
Is It Fully Funded?
Yes.
The Martingale Foundation describes the scholarship as fully funded, including tuition, research expenses and a living stipend.
Who Can Apply?
For the 2027 scholarship cycle, applicants must generally:
- Be on track for a First or Upper-Second Class degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
- Be eligible to begin a Master’s or PhD at a UK university from September 2027.
- Qualify for UK Home Fee status.
- Have completed the required period of schooling in the UK or Ireland.
- Have attended a state-funded school or received substantial financial support at a fee-paying school.
- Have faced financial barriers, typically demonstrated through a household income of £45,000 or below.
Important: This is not a general international scholarship. Applicants must meet the Home Fee status and UK/Ireland education-history requirements.
Available Fields and Universities
For 2027, Martingale is offering scholarships in Mathematical Sciences and Artificial Intelligence.
Partner universities include the University of Bristol, University of Cambridge, University of Edinburgh, University of Glasgow, University of Manchester, University of Oxford, University of Warwick, University of York, Imperial College London and University College London.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted directly to the Martingale Foundation.
Applicants must:
- Complete the online Martingale application.
- Provide an academic transcript.
- Provide evidence of financial need.
- Submit details for two referees.
- If shortlisted, attend an interview.
- Successful candidates then apply separately to eligible partner universities.
Deadline
Applications for the 2027 Martingale Scholarships close on 18 October 2026 at 23:59 UK time.
Official information: Martingale Foundation
