Adam Smith Business School Scholarships
Driven by values. Designed for impact.
The Adam Smith Business School is proud to offer £2 million in postgraduate scholarships to support exceptional students with the vision and drive to shape a better future.
We welcome a diverse global community of students who embody our values—entrepreneurial, engaged, and enlightened—and who are driven to create lasting change in business and beyond.
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Our Scholarship Opportunities
ASBS Entrepreneurial Leaders Award
For enlightened, engaged, and entrepreneurial students who embody the core values of the Adam Smith Business School, this scholarship recognises those who take initiative, lead with purpose, and turn innovation into action.
- Value of scholarship: £15,000 tuition fee waiver
- Number of scholarships available: 9
- Eligible countries: International + EU (excluding India and China)
- Eligible programmes: Available for all one-year, full-time postgraduate taught programmes offered by the Adam Smith Business School, except MBA.
*Please note: This does not apply to Postgraduate Diplomas (PgDip), Postgraduate Certificates (PgCert), or MRes programmes.
ASBS Global Impact Scholarship
For international students who dream big, think globally, and want to make a meaningful difference in the world.
- Value of scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver +£15,000 stipend
- Number of scholarships available: 4
- Eligible countries: International + EU
- Eligible programmes: Available for all one-year, full-time postgraduate taught programmes offered by the Adam Smith Business School, except MBA.
*Please note: This does not apply to Postgraduate Diplomas (PgDip), Postgraduate Certificates (PgCert), or MRes programmes.
ASBS Scottish Excellence Award
For Scotland’s changemakers who aim to advance, inspire, and make an impact.
- Value of scholarship: £10,000 stipend
- Number of scholarships available: 3
- Eligible countries: Scottish home students
- Eligible programmes: Available for all one-year, full-time postgraduate taught programmes offered by the Adam Smith Business School, except MBA.
*Please note: This does not apply to Postgraduate Diplomas (PgDip), Postgraduate Certificates (PgCert), or MRes programmes.
Adam Smith Business School India Achievers Award
For Indian students ready to explore the world, gain global experience, and take their careers to the next level.
- Value of scholarship: £15,000 tuition fee waiver
- Number of scholarships available: 5
- Eligible countries: India
- Eligible programmes: Available for all one-year, full-time postgraduate taught programmes offered by the Adam Smith Business School, except MBA.
*Please note: This does not apply to Postgraduate Diplomas (PgDip), Postgraduate Certificates (PgCert), or MRes programmes.
Adam Smith Business School Chinese Pathway to Purpose Award
Empowering Chinese students to broaden their global horizons and become future leaders in a connected world.
- Value of scholarship: £15,000 tuition fee waiver
- Number of scholarships available: 5
- Eligible countries: China
- Eligible programmes: Available for all one-year, full-time postgraduate taught programmes offered by the Adam Smith Business School, except MBA.
*Please note: This does not apply to Postgraduate Diplomas (PgDip), Postgraduate Certificates (PgCert), or MRes programmes.
Behavioural Science Scholarship
Inspiring the next generation of behavioural scientists to lead change and shape tomorrow.
- Value of scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver
- Number of scholarships available: 11
- Eligible countries: Home/RUK, EU and International applicants
- Eligible programmes: MSc Behavioural Science
Adam Smith Business School Economics Scholarship
For students ready to lead economics and econometrics through data-driven expertise
- Value of scholarship: £15,000 fee waiver
- Number of scholarships available: 9
- Eligible countries: Home/RUK, EU and International applicants
- Eligible programmes: MSc Economics
The Glasgow MBA Scholarship
For MBA candidates ready to transform industries through senior leadership and entrepreneurship.
- Value of scholarship: Variable
- Number of scholarships available: Variable
- Eligible countries: Home/RUK, EU and International applicants
- Eligible programmes: MBA (Mater of Business Administration)
How to apply checklist
1. Explore our scholarships
Read through our scholarship offering and choose the one(s) that resonated most with your values, aspirations and background.
2. Apply for a postgraduate programme
Submit your application for your chosen MSc programme at the Adam Smith Business School. You must have an offer before you can apply for a scholarship.
3. Check scholarship requirements
Review the eligibility criteria and prepare your personal statement. Clearly outline your motivations, how you align with the scholarship’s values and the impact you hope to make through your studies and future career.
4. Complete your scholarship application
Upload your personal statement to the scholarships portal and complete the application form.
5. Track your application
Look out for email updates from our scholarships team.
6. Accept your offer and secure your scholarship
Accept your scholarship by the deadline advised and pay your scholarship (if applicable).
Scholarship Application Rounds
Most of our scholarships will be awarded in two rounds, with the exception of The Glasgow MBA Scholarship.
Round 1
- Application Deadline: 23 February 2026 at 11:59 AM (GMT)
- Decision Date: Scholarships will be awarded by 6 March 2026
Round 2
- Application Deadline: 18 May 2026 at 11:59 AM (GMT)
- Decision Date: Scholarships will be awarded by 26 May 2026
For more information, contact: scholarships@glasgow.ac.uk
