Marshall Mondays
Marshall Mondays are the virtual version of the Marshall UK study tour. They provide US fellowship advisors and potential Marshall applicants with the opportunity to hear from our UK partner universities. Sessions will take place on Mondays, unless there is a bank holiday at which the session will take place on the following workday of Tuesday. Each session is led by a different UK university and will cover a variety of topics which might include an overview of the university, the application process steps, insight into studying in the UK, a lecture from an academic or a Q&A with current students. Please join us by viewing the recorded sessions linked below. Further information about our partner universities can be found here on our website.
Expected sessions in 2026:
To register for these sessions, please complete the following form.
UK University Partner: Royal Holloway, University of London (University website)
Recording: 30 March 2026 – Royal Holloway, University of London (YouTube)
Blogpost: What is it like to study for your postgraduate degree at Royal Holloway, University of London?
Title: Kings, Crusaders and the Sultana of Egypt – Medieval Lives and Modern Legacies
Event Description: As well as an introduction to Royal Holloway, University of London, this talk will explore two key moments in history: 1250 and 1960. It begins with the crusade of King Louis IX of France (1226-70) and how it helped trigger a dramatic shift in power in Egypt, leading to the extraordinary rise of Shajar al-Durr, one of the very few female rulers of a Muslim state. It then examines how the legacy of this episode from the perspective of President Nasser of Egypt (1954-70) and his use of the memory of the defeat of King Louis in his struggle against those he described as western ‘crusaders’.
UK University Partner: University of Bath
Recording: 13 April 2026 – University of Bath (Youtube)
Blogpost: Studying for a master’s at the University of Bath – an insider’s view
Event description: A short introduction to the University of Bath with a live Q+A session involving 2 current US Students.
UK University Partner: Queen’s University Belfast
Recording: 20 April 2026 – Queen’s University Belfast (YouTube)
Blogpost: Why Queen’s University Belfast is a Top Choice for North American Postgraduate Students
Event Description: Profiling the university, specific scholarship opportunities, programmes of interest for US graduate students, the student experience, employability
UK University Partner: University of Manchester
Date: Monday, 27 April 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: Come learn about the University’s Flagship Research Institutes – the hidden treasures of postgraduate study in the UK.
UK University Partner: Newcastle University
Date: Tuesday, 05 May 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: This session will cover the destination of Newcastle itself to highlight what the city and North East has to offer. We will also highlight the main research strengths of the University and look to include contributions from other colleagues and current students.
UK University Partner: University of Birmingham
Date: Monday, 18 May 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: Studying at the University of Birmingham
UK University Partner: University of Warwick
Date: Tuesday, 26 May 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: This session will give fellowship advisors and students alike to learn more about the opportunities available at a world leading UK institution, including student life, scholarships and employability pathways on our beautiful campus.
UK University Partner: London School of Economics and Political Science
Date: Monday, 01 June 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: Join the London School of Economics (LSE) for a conversation on the value of an LSE education and what it offers American students both academically and professionally. We will be joined by a current Marshall Scholar, who will speak to the experience of transitioning from a US institution to LSE, the richness of studying social sciences at the center of global policy debate, and the opportunities that emerge from studying in London’s uniquely international academic environment.
UK University Partner: Cardiff University
Date: Monday, 08 June 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: Cardiff University will look to provide a general overview of what the university offers in terms of academic options, as well as student life. They hope to expand upon this by involving current American students at the University, who could provide a first hand perspective on their experiences as well as offering a Q&A session.
UK University Partner: University of Sussex
Date: Monday, 15 June 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Title: An Introduction to Development Studies at the Top Global University’
UK University Partner: University College London (UCL)
Date: Monday, 22 June 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: Join our session to learn more about University College London – a global top 10 university, which has welcomed dozens of Marshall scholars over the years. Founded in the heart of London in 1826, UCL has grown to the largest university in the UK with over 55,000 students.
We are proudly multidisciplinary, with over 600 postgraduate courses spanning disciplines from the arts to engineering and medicine. No matter which course you choose, UCL will invest heavily in your experience – and here, you can reach your full potential.
UK University Partner: University of East Anglia
Date: Monday, 29 June 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: TBC
UK University Partner: University of Edinburgh
Date: Monday,06 July 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: Discover the value of studying history and other humanities subjects in the UK and understand how these disciplines enhance critical thinking, global awareness, and communication skills, preparing students for diverse career paths in law, journalism, and more. Learn effective strategies to better advise on how history and humanities degrees help students to understand the modern world, while highlighting the increased employability and adaptability these fields offer. The University of Edinburgh is a World-leading University located in a World-class City, globally recognised for research, development, innovation, and providing students with world-class teaching for more than 400 years in Scotland’s inspiring capital.
UK University Partner: University of St Andrews
Date: Monday,13 July 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: The session will include information about the size and academic focus of St Andrews, the application process, entry requirements, scholarship options, tuition fees, as well as details of housing and aspects of student life including sport, society and musical opportunities. There will be a short Q&A to finish.
UK University Partner: University of York
Date: Monday,20 July 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: The University will present an academic style session on Heritage whilst linking to further Arts and Humanities faculty, and will conclude with a student panel, which will focus on the experience of studying at the University of York.
UK University Partner: Durham University
Date: Monday,27 July 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: The presentation would include general information about Durham University, followed by a faculty member highlighting specific academic programs. The University will also feature a current USA postgraduate student who will share their firsthand experience studying at Durham University.
UK University Partner: University of Bradford
Date: Monday,03 August 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: The University has a range of courses from Life Sciences, Engineeering and Archealogical Sciences to Healthcare and Management Leadership. We provide excellent research informed teaching delivered by highly committed staff and conduct real-world research that makes a positive impact to peoples lives. Join us to find out more about the University of Bradford and hear first-hand from one of our academics.
UK University Partner: University of Southampton
Date: Monday,10 August 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: The University would like to provide further information about its course offerings and to highlight the experience of current American students who are studying on postgraduate programmes at Southampton.
UK University Partner: Loughborough University
Date: Monday,17 August 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: The University would like to offer an overview of Loughborough, where it is in the UK, what it is like to study at a campus-based university and its sporting programme, which is currently No. 1 in the World QS Rankings.
UK University Partner: TBC
Date: Monday,24 August 2026
Time: 5:00pm GMT/12pm EST
Event Description: TBC
We will be announcing several more Universities in the coming weeks, so stay tuned to this page!