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LEIDEN UNIVERSITY EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP (LEXS)

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Application Deadline: 1 February, 2025

LOCATION: The Netherlands

The Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) is for excellent students joining a full-time Leiden University Master’s degree program—with the exception of LLM (non-advanced) and MSc programmes at Leiden Law School

ELIGIBILITY:

Non-EEA/non-EFTA students / Exception: All nationalities for Advanced LLMs & MSc Int. Relations and Diplomacy
Archaeology, Humanities, Medicine/LUMC, Governance and Global Affairs, Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences, Science

Applicants for all Master’s programme at Leiden University starting in September, with the exception of Leiden Law School’s LLM (non-advanced) and MSc programmes.

Applicants must have a non-EEA/non-EFTA* passport and may not be eligible for student finance via the Dutch government (Studiefinanciering)—with the exceptions of students applying for the programmes listed below, for which no nationality restrictions apply:

MSc in International Relations and Diplomacy

All LLM Advanced Studies programmes

Students must have achieved excellent academic results in their previous study programme(s), which must be relevant to the Master’s programme for which they are applying. As an indication, the student is amongst the top 10% of graduates in their previous study programme. Note that proof of ranking is not required—this information is purely to indicate the level of competitiveness.

Apply online for admission to a Master’s programme at Leiden University and pay the application fee if applicable.

Note: it can take up to 3 working days to create/submit an application for admission, so start your application well before the LExS deadline. 

After submitting your application for admission, return to the Apply screen in your online application and click on Scholarships. If you are eligible to apply for the LExS, it will now be visible in the scholarships section.

Note: if you cannot see the LExS in your scholarships section, you have either not yet submitted your application for admission, missed the deadline or are not eligible for the LExS.

    BENEFIT:

    The LExS is awarded for the duration of the study programme. There are five available levels of awards:

    € 10,000 of the tuition fee

    € 15,000 of the tuition fee

    € 17,500 of the tuition fee

    € 18,500 of the tuition fee

    € 19,000 of the tuition fee

    If and when awarded a LExS, the level of the award is final and non-negotiable. The LExS is not a full scholarship and does not cover the full cost of your studies. Always keep in mind that a significant personal contribution will be required. Non-EEA LExS recipients must still submit ‘proof of sufficient funds’ for their student visa/residence permit application.

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    UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL HODGSON LAW POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT SCHOLARSHIP

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    Application Deadline: 1 May 2026.

    LOCATION: United Kingdom

    The Hodgson Law Scholarship has been made possible through the generous benefaction of Elizabeth Hodgson, widow of the Liverpool Solicitor Joseph Hodgson, who expressed a wish to advance the education and training of lawyers who might work for the benefit of Merseyside.

    ELIGIBILITY:

    The Scholarship is available to all prospective Overseas candidates (i.e., non-UK, non-EU) intending to pursue a postgraduate taught degree in law at the University of Liverpool.

    Applicants must have completed or be in the final year of completion of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent degree at a minimum of 2.1 (UK Upper Second) or equivalent standard and have an excellent standard of English.

    Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

    Academic excellence.

    Evidence of an interest in legal and public service, which may benefit the Liverpool City Region.

    Potential and ambition for future leadership.

    That they are not otherwise able to undertake a postgraduate degree at either institution.

    Further details are available on the Hodgson Law Scholarship website.

    You will need to complete and submit an application form electronically to the Hodgson Selection Committee by email to hodgsonscholarship@liverpool.ac.uk.

    Application deadline: 1 May 2026.

    Candidates must read and follow the guidance very carefully.  Fill out the Hodgson Law Scholarship application form (PDF, 0.1MB).

    Please direct any inquiries to the Hodgson Liaison, Dr. Darryn Nyatanga (darryn.nyatanga@liverpool.ac.uk).

    Applications may also be sent by post to the address provided on the application form.

    BENEFIT:

    The Scholarship includes full tuition fees for a full-time postgraduate taught degree in law (LLM) and a stipend of £10,550.

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