Hornby Trust MEd TESOL Scholarships 2027–28 at the University of Exeter: Fully Funded for English Teachers (Apply by 22 November)

The A S Hornby Educational Trust offers fully funded scholarships for experienced English language teachers to do an MEd in TESOL at the University of Exeter in 2027–28. Teachers from Nigeria are eligible. The closing date is 22 November 2026.

What it pays

• Course fees.
• A monthly stipend for accommodation and living costs.
• Travel and visa costs.
• A warm clothing allowance and a dissertation allowance.

Eligibility: who can apply

• English language teaching (ELT) professionals with several years of experience.
• Citizens of low- and middle-income countries on the OECD DAC list, which includes Nigeria. Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan are excluded.
• A 2:2 honours degree or above, and Exeter’s entry requirements for the MEd TESOL.

How to apply

1. Read the requirements on the Hornby Trust MEd TESOL scholarships page.
2. Prepare and submit your application through the route given there before 22 November 2026.
3. Make sure you also meet the University of Exeter’s admission requirements for the MEd TESOL.

Other TESOL awards: TESOL International Association’s awards are for members and usually close on 15 September each year, and IATEFL conference scholarships for 2028 are expected to open in April 2027.

Key dates

• 6 November 2026, 14:00 GMT: the Hornby Trust’s online briefing webinar for applicants.
• 22 November 2026: closing date for 2027–28 applicants.
• September 2027: the MEd TESOL starts at the University of Exeter.

Tips for a strong application

• Show your teaching experience clearly: the schools or institutions, the levels you teach and for how many years.
• Explain how the MEd will help you improve English teaching in Nigeria when you return, for example by training other teachers.
• Check Exeter’s entry requirements early, including any English test it asks for, so your university application is not delayed.
• Ask referees who know your teaching well, and give them time before the deadline.

Official link

• Hornby Trust MEd TESOL scholarships

More scholarships open now

• UK scholarships for Nigerian students
• Master’s scholarships 2027 for Nigerians and Africans
• Commonwealth Scholarships 2027 for Nigerians

Checked against the A S Hornby Educational Trust’s official page on 4 November 2026.