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New David Webb Scholarship for Global Programmes graduates

Tuesday 5 May 2026

Supporting high-achieving graduates as they take their next academic step

LSE Global Programmes is pleased to announce the launch of the David Webb Scholarship, a new award supporting outstanding Global Programmes graduates who progress to Master’s study at LSE.

Launching from 2026, the scholarship recognises the significant contribution made by Professor David Webb to Global Programmes and reflects a wider commitment to expanding academic pathways for students studying through Global Programmes.

The David Webb Scholarship will sit alongside existing opportunities, including the LSE-University of London Graduate Scholarships and LSE Summer School funding support, helping high-achieving Global Programmes students access further study in London.

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David Webb Scholarship

The David Webb Scholarship will provide up to £30,000 towards tuition fees for an LSE Master’s programme.

  • Value: up to £30,000 towards tuition fees
  • Awarded to: one outstanding Global Programmes graduate
  • Basis: academic merit
  • Availability: offered for a limited period of three years

One of the great strengths of Global Programmes is the opportunity it gives talented students around the world to engage with LSE-designed study. I am delighted this scholarship will support outstanding graduates continuing their studies at LSE.

Professor David Webb, Former Pro-Director Planning and Resources and CFO of the School

Further scholarship opportunities

Global Programmes graduates admitted to an LSE Master’s programme may also be eligible for the LSE-University of London Graduate Scholarships.

Each year, LSE awards two to three partial tuition fee scholarships to outstanding Global Programmes graduates admitted to an LSE Master’s programme.

  • Value: up to £15,000 towards tuition fees
  • Basis: academic merit

Who can apply

To be eligible for either scholarship, applicants must:

  • have completed a Global Programmes (University of London EMFSS) undergraduate degree; and
  • Have received an offer for an LSE Master’s programme starting within two years of completing their degree

How to apply

Students who have received an offer for an LSE Master’s programme can apply for scholarship consideration by contacting the Programmes team at uolip@lse.ac.uk. The application deadline is 31 July 2026.

Students should wait until they have received the outcome of their LSE Master’s application before getting in touch. Applications will be reviewed in August 2026, following the ratification of assessment results. Successful applicants will be notified before the start of the 2026/27 academic year.

Supporting the next step

These scholarships help create further opportunities for high-achieving Global Programmes graduates to continue their studies at LSE. Whether students go on to postgraduate study or begin their professional careers, Global Programmes provides a strong academic foundation for their next step.

To learn more about Master’s study at LSE, including available programmes, fees, scholarships and the application process, visit the LSE Graduate study pages.

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