Partially Funded Applications closed

Denys Holland Scholarship

Offered by University College London (UCL) / Denys Holland Scholarship Fund

UCL undergraduate support worth about £9,000 yearly for students with serious financial need; latest 2026 round is closed.

Current status

Applications closed

The latest 2026 information located gives a 21 July deadline. UCL still hosts official guidance, but the public scholarship page currently redirects to a login.

Last verified: 21 September 2026

Next review: 15 February 2027

Historical details: Clearly marked below where applicable.

Quick facts

Current statusApplications closed
Study destinationUnited Kingdom
Degree levelUndergraduate
FundingPartially Funded
DeadlineApplications closed
DurationUp to 3 years
Study subjectsArts & Humanities, Business & Management, Computer Science & IT, Education, Engineering & Technology, Environment & Earth Sciences, Health & Medicine, Law, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences
Pakistan eligibleYes
Last checked21 September 2026

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Is it open?

The latest 2026 round is closed.

How much is it?

£9,000 per year for up to three years is the best-supported current figure.

Who can apply?

Undergraduate applicants from any country with a UCL offer and financial need.

What does this scholarship actually cover?

Needs-based undergraduate support for students who also intend to participate actively in UCL life.

TuitionPartial
Living stipendGBP 9,000 / year
AccommodationPartial
TravelNone
Health insuranceNone

Other verified benefits

£9,000 per year for up to three years is supported by UCL historical material and current funding listings.

Costs not confirmed or not covered

Not a full tuition-and-living package; the balance of study and living costs must be funded elsewhere.

Who is eligible to apply?

UCL undergraduate offer, serious financial need and intention to participate fully in university life.

Official UCL guidance requires a valid UCL Student Number and UCAS Personal ID; UCL cannot be only the insurance choice.

Prior educationSecondary qualification meeting UCL admission
Minimum gradeStrong admission-level academics
Gender requirementNo restriction
IELTSDepends on host/course
Host institution requiredYes
Supervisor approvalNo
Admission before applicationYes

Eligible countries

Undergraduate applicants from any country meeting UCL admission and financial-need criteria.

Language requirements

Meet UCL English requirements.

Which documents were historically required?

This is a historical checklist, not a current application checklist.

  • Admission/offer letter

Which documents may be required conditionally?

  • Passport/ID
  • Academic transcripts

What should you do next?

  1. Apply to UCL through UCAS.
  2. Obtain UCL Student Number.
  3. Recheck the scholarship page when public access is restored.
  4. Submit the current form by the new deadline.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Denys Holland Scholarship?

The award is described as £9,000 per year and may continue for up to three years subject to satisfactory progress.

Can Pakistani students apply?

Yes. Nationality is not the main restriction; applicants need a UCL undergraduate offer and demonstrated financial need.