King’s College London is offering the Burdett Fellows Scholarship 2025–26, a fully funded opportunity for nurses and midwives aiming to pursue postgraduate studies in the UK. This scholarship is designed to cultivate future leaders in nursing by supporting their academic and professional development.The Kings College Postgraduate Nursing Scholarship award will cover a stipend of £18,307 per annum and University fees for the programme with full focus being on developing leadership and research capacity.
A Brief on the Scholarship
- Host Institution: Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care, King’s College London
- Scholarship Name: Burdett Fellows Scholarship 2025–26
- Funding Body: The Burdett Trust for Nursing
- Study Level: Postgraduate (Master’s)
- Eligible Applicants: Nurses and midwives (UK, EU, and international) ●
Scholarship Benefits:
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- UK (Home) Students: Full tuition fees plus a stipend of £10,769 per annum
- International Students: Full tuition fees plus a stipend of £18,307 per annum
Application Deadline: 25 May 2025
Important Details of The Kings College London Nursing Scholarship
The scholarships are funded by The Burdett Trust for Nursing and cover both tuition fees and living costs. The scholarships will have a particular focus on developing leadership and research capacity within the nursing profession.
These scholarships are available for full-time entry onto one of our relevant postgraduate courses and provide a unique opportunity for nurses and midwives who aspire to develop into senior leadership roles and improve the quality of services and outcomes for patients through building nursing research capacity both nationally and internationally.
The Burdett Fellows Scholarship aims to enhance leadership and research capabilities within the nursing profession. Successful applicants will enroll in full-time postgraduate programs at King’s College London, focusing on areas that align with national and international nursing policies. The scholarship also fosters a collaborative network with the University of Edinburgh, promoting peer support and shared growth among scholars.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be qualified nurses or midwives
- Apply for a full-time eligible postgraduate course at King’s College London
- Be prepared to reside in London during the academic year for on-campus teaching and face-to-face interactions
Required Documents for Kings College Postgraduate Nursing Scholarship
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- A CV of no more than two pages with evidence of professional registration as a nurse.
- Two references including at least one academic reference. Professional references will be accepted if you completed your qualifications over five years ago.
- Personal statement. This can be entered directly into the online application form (maximum 4,000 characters) or uploaded as an attachment to the online application form (maximum 2 pages). The personal statement should also outline how the Burdett Fellow Scholarship would impact you and your local/professional communities.
- An outline of your research interests and potential project you may undertake as part of your studies. International applicants will need to provide a letter of support from their health institution supporting their research activities in their country
Application Process
- Visit the King’s College London funding page
- Download and complete the application form
- Prepare the necessary documents
- Submit all materials to the designated email address provided on the scholarship page King’s College London
This scholarship presents a remarkable opportunity for nursing professionals to advance their education and contribute significantly to the healthcare sector. For more information and to apply, please visit the official scholarship page.King’s College London