The United Kingdom offers a wide range of scholarships for international and domestic students

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There are many scholarship opportunities available for international students looking to study in the UK. Here are some notable options:

  1. Chevening Scholarships: Fully funded scholarships covering tuition, living costs, and travel for master’s programs in any field. Applicants need leadership potential and academic excellence. Applications typically close in early November.
  2. Commonwealth Scholarships: Designed for students from Commonwealth countries, these scholarships support master’s and PhD programs in development-related fields. They cover tuition, travel, and living expenses【7】【9】.
  3. GREAT Scholarships: These are offered in partnership with UK universities and target students from select countries like India, Pakistan, Nigeria, and others. They support master’s programs in various disciplines, with awards generally worth £10,000【8】.
  4. British Council Women in STEM Scholarships: Tailored for women from select countries pursuing master’s degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics【7】.
  5. University-Specific Scholarships:
    • University of Edinburgh Global Research Scholarships: Fully funded PhD scholarships for international students in diverse research fields【9】.
    • Oxford and Cambridge Scholarships: These universities offer multiple scholarships, such as the Clarendon Fund at Oxford and Gates Cambridge Scholarships.
  6. Erasmus+ Program: Offers funding for master’s programs across Europe, including at UK universities. It covers tuition, travel, and living expenses【9】.
  7. Fulbright Scholarship: For US citizens, it supports graduate study and research in the UK, offering full tuition, living costs, and a travel allowance【9】.

For detailed requirements, deadlines, and application processes, it’s best to visit the respective scholarship websites or consult platforms like the British Council or university-specific funding pages【7】【9】.

 

Private and Non-Governmental Scholarships

  1. The Charles Wallace Trust
    • Offers grants to students from specific countries (e.g., India, Pakistan) in fields like arts, heritage conservation, and humanities.
  2. Erasmus Mundus Scholarships
    • Supports students worldwide to study joint master’s programs across European institutions, including UK universities.
  3. British Council Scholarships
    • Includes opportunities for women in STEM fields, among others.

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