HATFIELD COLLEGE, DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Hatfield Lioness Postgraduate Scholarship
full · masters
- ~€45,000-55,000 total package (est.)Estimated total value
- Full tuition + stipendCore funding
- Funded Hatfield College accommodationHousing
- 1 return economy airfareTravel
- ~80 eligible developing countriesGeographic eligibility
- Female applicants onlyEligibility
At a glance
full
Funding
€55k
Max amount
Mar 31, 2027
Deadline
Afghanistan
Country
Hatfield College, Durham University
Provider
The Hatfield Lioness Scholarship is a full award for international female students from developing countries to study a taught Master's degree at Durham University in the United Kingdom. It was established in 2018 to mark 30 years of women at Hatfield College and supports one scholar through a full-time Master's in any subject, excluding MBA, PhD, and research-based Master's programmes. The award is comprehensive: it covers full tuition fees, a living stipend, fully funded accommodation at Hatfield College (catered or self-catered), one return economy airfare from the home country to the UK, travel between the UK airport and Durham City, a settling-in allowance on arrival, and UK visa and Immigration Health Surcharge fees. The package is worth roughly 45,000 to 55,000 EUR over the course. Eligibility covers female citizens of around 80 listed developing countries who hold an unconditional Master's offer by June 2026, do not already hold a Master's degree or another scholarship, and can demonstrate financial need. Applicants apply in two stages and submit documents by email. Because the exact stipend, accommodation arrangements, eligible-country list, and deadline change each cycle, confirm the current 2026/2027 details on the official Durham University page before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Full tuition fees at Durham University for the taught Master's programme.
- Living stipend and allowance — A living stipend for daily expenses plus a settling-in allowance on arrival; the overall package is worth roughly €45,000-55,000 (est.).
- Accommodation — Fully funded accommodation at Hatfield College, available self-catered or fully catered.
- Travel — One return economy airfare from the home country to the UK, plus travel costs between the UK airport and Durham City.
- Visa and health surcharge — Coverage of UK visa fees and the Immigration Health Surcharge required for study in the UK.
How to apply
The application is a two-stage process: first apply for the Master's programme at Durham, then complete the separate Hatfield Lioness Scholarship application and submit supporting documents by email.
- Apply for a Master's programme — Apply for a taught Master's programme at Durham University and indicate your intention to apply for the Hatfield Lioness Scholarship within the application.
- Secure an unconditional offer — Obtain an unconditional offer for your chosen Master's programme by June 2026, as this is required for the scholarship.
- Complete the scholarship form — Fill in the Hatfield Lioness Scholarship application form with accurate details of your background and financial need.
- Submit your documents by email — Email your Durham offer letter, academic transcripts, two reference letters, and IELTS certificate (if required) to hatfield.development@durham.ac.uk.
- Await the selection outcome — Applicants are notified of the result by mid-June 2026 after the selection process is complete.
Eligibility
Gender and originMust be a female student who is a citizen of one of the eligible developing countries listed by Durham University.
Offer of studyMust hold an unconditional offer for a taught Master's programme at Durham University by June 2026.
No prior Master's or fundingMust not already possess a Master's degree and must not hold another scholarship for postgraduate studies.
Financial needMust demonstrate financial need and a lack of alternative funding sources, and meet the admission and English language requirements for the chosen course.
MBA, PhD, and research-based Master's programmes are excluded. The full eligible-country list (around 80 nations) is published on the official Durham University page and should be checked before applying.
Eligible countries
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Ethiopia, Ghana, Haiti, Kenya, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Other listed developing countries
Deadlines
2026/2027 academic year~31 March 2026 (est.)
Selection
Hatfield College assesses applicants on academic excellence, financial need, and fit with the scholarship's mission of supporting women from developing countries. Candidates must hold an unconditional Master's offer and submit their documents by the deadline; the strongest applicant is selected and notified by mid-June 2026.
Verified sources
- Hatfield College, Durham Universitydurham.ac.ukofficial
- Durham University - Scholarshipsdurham.ac.ukofficial
About the provider
Hatfield College is one of the colleges of Durham University, a public collegiate research university in the north-east of England and a member of the Russell Group. The Hatfield Lioness Scholarship, established in 2018, supports female students from developing countries to study a taught Master's degree at Durham.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for the Hatfield Lioness Scholarship?
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International female students who are citizens of one of the eligible developing countries and hold an unconditional taught Master's offer from Durham University.
What does the scholarship cover?
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Full tuition fees, a living stipend, funded Hatfield College accommodation, one return economy airfare, a settling-in allowance, and UK visa and health surcharge fees; the package is worth roughly €45,000-55,000 (est.).
Is the scholarship fully funded?
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Yes, it is a comprehensive full award covering tuition, living costs, accommodation, travel, and visa fees.
Which degree levels are eligible?
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Taught Master's programmes only; MBA, PhD, and research-based Master's programmes are excluded.
When was the scholarship established?
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It was established in 2018 to commemorate 30 years of women at Hatfield College, Durham University.
Do I need an offer before applying?
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Yes; you must hold an unconditional offer for a Durham Master's programme by June 2026 to be eligible.
Can I apply if I already have a Master's degree?
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No; applicants must not already possess a Master's degree and must not hold another postgraduate scholarship.
Which countries are eligible?
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Around 80 listed developing countries; check the full list on the official Durham University page to confirm your country qualifies.
How do I submit my application?
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Apply for the Master's programme first, then complete the scholarship form and email your documents to hatfield.development@durham.ac.uk.
When is the application deadline?
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The scholarship deadline falls around 31 March 2026 (est.), with the outcome announced by mid-June 2026; confirm the exact date officially.
Is financial need considered?
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Yes; applicants must demonstrate financial need and a lack of alternative funding sources.
Where can I verify the latest details?
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On the official Durham University and Hatfield College scholarship pages linked in the sources section.