The Oxford Thatcher Graduate Scholarships

The Margaret Thatcher Scholarship Trust (MTST) was established at Somerville College in 2013 to fund and administer the Thatcher Scholarship Programme in the University of Oxford, thereby creating a living legacy to one of the leading global icons of the modern political age. The Oxford Thatcher Graduate Scholarship is jointly funded by the University of Oxford and the Margaret Thatcher Scholarship Trust.

Please note that the scholarships have now been awarded for 2023 entry. Unfortunately, it is not possible to notify unsuccessful candidates.

Eligibility 

The scholarship is open to applicants for graduate courses offered by the following departments:

• Department of Physiology, Anatomy and Genetics
• Department of Engineering
• Faculty of Law

Award levels

The scholarship covers course fees, a grant for living costs and a travel allowance. Awards are made for the duration of fee liability for the course.

Number of awards

Three scholarships are available for 2023 entry.

Application process

This scholarship is only tenable at Somerville. All eligible candidates who have applied for graduate study by the relevant funding deadline will be considered, regardless of which college preference is included in the graduate application. Successful candidates will be transferred to Somerville in order to take up the scholarship. 

Queries

If you have any queries, please email the Scholarships and Funding Officer.