Apply for the 2025 Excellence International Scholarship at Southampton Business School UK; The Southampton Business School in the UK is now accepting applications for the prestigious Excellence International Scholarship for the 2025/2026 academic session. This scholarship supports outstanding international students pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.

Scholarship Overview

- Host Institution: Southampton Business School, University of Southampton
- Study Level: Master’s (MBA)
- Type: Fully Funded (up to £15,000)
- Eligible Nationalities: All Countries
- Location: United Kingdom
- Deadline: July 31, 2025
Scholarship Value
The scholarship offers financial awards of varying amounts, based on the candidate’s performance and demonstrated business excellence in the selection interview. Available award tiers include:
- £15,000
- £13,000
- £10,000
- £7,000
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Southampton MBA Excellence International Scholarship, applicants must:
- Hold a conditional or unconditional offer to study the MBA programme at the University of Southampton.
- Be classified as an international student (overseas fee-paying).
- Not be in receipt of any external scholarship or funding.
Selection Process
Scholarships are awarded based on performance in an interview, where candidates are assessed for their:
- Business experience
- Leadership potential
- Professional achievements
- Future impact in their industries
How to Apply
To apply:
- Apply for admission to the MBA programme at the University of Southampton.
- Receive an offer (conditional or unconditional).
- Attend an interview, where your business excellence will be evaluated.
- Top candidates from the interview will be considered for the scholarship automatically — no separate scholarship application is needed.
Application Link

Start your MBA application and learn more about the scholarship via the official admissions page:
https://www.southampton.ac.uk
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Deadline
All applications and supporting documents must be submitted by July 31, 2025.
Why Choose Southampton Business School?

- Triple-accredited business school (AACSB, AMBA, EQUIS)
- Global network of alumni and corporate partnerships
- Real-world focused MBA curriculum
- Strong emphasis on leadership, innovation, and strategic thinking