About
Royal Holloway is a constituent college of the University of London, located in Egham, Surrey, United Kingdom. Founded in 1879, it is a research-intensive university offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs across a wide range of disciplines. The university is known for its research excellence, historic campus featuring the iconic Founder's Building, and commitment to education, global engagement, environmental sustainability, and equality, diversity and inclusion.
Funding Opportunities
Bradley de Glehn English Scholarship
The Bradley de Glehn English Scholarship provides tuition fee reductions up to £9,600 for taught postgraduate degrees within the Department of English at Royal Holloway, University of London. Two scholarships are available annually for full-time or part-time postgraduate students with Home or International fee status. The scholarship was established by Mrs Ernest de Glehn in memory of her brother, AC Bradley, to support students pursuing advanced studies in English literature and creative writing. The tuition fee reduction is to the value of the Home status fee for the chosen course. Eligible programs include MA Creative Writing, MA English Literature, MA English Literature: Medieval Studies, and MA Victorian Literature, Art and Culture. Applicants must have achieved or be expected to achieve at least a 2:1 degree or equivalent. The application requires a supporting statement of no more than 400 words that addresses academic achievements, reasons for choosing the degree program, and future aspirations. Additionally, applicants must provide one academic reference of up to 200 words on official headed paper. The scholarship cannot be held alongside other Royal Holloway tuition fee scholarships or discounts. This scholarship supports students in advancing their studies in English literature and creative writing fields, helping them achieve their academic and career goals in these disciplines.
Chevening Royal Holloway Scholarship 2026
The Chevening Royal Holloway Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship program for international students studying for a Masters degree at Royal Holloway, University of London. These scholarships are part of the prestigious Chevening scheme, which enables outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world to study Masters degrees in the UK. The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support including full academic tuition fees (including examination and thesis costs), a monthly stipend for living expenses for a single student, an allowance package to cover arrival, departure, events and engagements, return economy class airfare to cover travel to and from country of residence by an approved route, and VISA and Immigration Health Surcharge costs. This is a competitive scholarship program aimed at supporting talented international students who demonstrate leadership potential and academic excellence.
Royal Holloway International Masters Scholarship Sept 2025 and Jan 2026
The Royal Holloway International Masters Scholarship provides a tuition fee reduction of £4,000 for international students pursuing full-time Masters degrees. This scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students who are currently living in specific countries across Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. The scholarship is designed to support self-funded international students and does not require a separate application process. The tuition fee reduction is applied only in the first year of study and is available for students starting in September 2025 or January 2026. Students must have international fee status and hold an offer to study a full-time Masters degree at Royal Holloway, University of London. The scholarship cannot be combined with other Royal Holloway tuition fee scholarships or discounts, including Alumni discounts. If a student is eligible for multiple awards, they will receive the scholarship with the highest value.
Royal Holloway GREAT Scholarships
The Royal Holloway GREAT Scholarships provide a tuition fee reduction of £10,000 for postgraduate students from Ghana, Nigeria, and Mexico. Three scholarships are available for new full-time postgraduate students studying any taught Masters subject at Royal Holloway, University of London. There is one scholarship designated for a student from each country: Ghana, Nigeria, and Mexico. These scholarships are offered in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign. The GREAT Scholarships programme supports postgraduate students in accessing world-class UK higher education opportunities, offering a tuition fee reduction to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study. Recipients must be passport holders and residents of one of the eligible countries, hold an offer to study any full-time Masters subject at Royal Holloway, have completed an undergraduate degree, meet English language requirements, and demonstrate motivation in their proposed subject area. Scholars are expected to engage with the UK academic community, attend a networking event with other GREAT scholars, and act as ambassadors for the programme by sharing their experiences with future scholars. The scholarship cannot be held in combination with any other Royal Holloway scholarship. Applicants must submit a supporting statement of no more than 400 words outlining their academic achievements, reasons for choosing their degree, and future aspirations.
Mary Anning Scholarship 2026
The Mary Anning Scholarship provides a cash award of £3,000 for new postgraduate students from underrepresented backgrounds studying for an Earth Sciences MSc by Research degree at Royal Holloway, University of London. Five scholarships are available for new full-time students with Home or International fee status. The scholarship is named after Mary Anning, a pioneering paleontologist who overcame significant financial and social barriers, and aims to improve access to postgraduate study and increase diversity within the discipline. As well as a cash award, it offers additional mentorship and networking opportunities to help students excel in their academic and professional careers. Recipients must come from underrepresented backgrounds including low-income or socioeconomically disadvantaged, first generation university students, Black, Asian and other minority ethnic groups, people with disabilities, or women and other underrepresented gender identities in geosciences. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and not be in receipt of conflicting funding.
International Partners Scholarship
The International Partners Scholarship at Royal Holloway, University of London provides a tuition fee reduction of £6,000 for postgraduate students from selected partner institutions in China and India. Two scholarships are available annually for students who join Royal Holloway from specific universities including Communications University China (CUC), Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) China, Minzu University of China, Bennett University India, Shoolini University India, and Shanghai Theatre Academy. The scholarship is designed to support students who are due to graduate in 2025 with an offer to study a postgraduate degree at Royal Holloway, or those studying for a Dual Masters with Royal Holloway having completed the first part of the degree at one of the partner institutions. Recipients cannot hold any other Royal Holloway tuition fee scholarship or discount alongside this award.
Royal Holloway University of London Teaching Centre Excellence Scholarship 2026
This scholarship provides a tuition fee reduction of £6,000 in the first year of study for international students. Two scholarships are available to new international students who are currently studying the Royal Holloway BSc Business Administration at an eligible University of London Teaching Centre. Recipients must be applying for specific business and management related undergraduate courses at Royal Holloway, entering in Year 2 or Year 3. Applicants must hold an international fee status and have achieved, or be expected to achieve, an average of 65% in their distance learning studies. The scholarship is designed to support students transitioning from University of London Recognised Teaching Centres to continue their education at Royal Holloway. This scholarship cannot be combined with the University of London alumni discount.
Bedford Society Scholarship 2026
The Bedford Society Scholarship provides three scholarships for postgraduate students pursuing Masters degrees at Royal Holloway, University of London. The scholarships are funded by the alumni and friends of Bedford College, one of the founding colleges of Royal Holloway. Formed in 2013, the Bedford Society aims to ensure the spirit of Bedford College lives on by providing new scholars with access to financial support and opportunities for networking. The scholarship offers a tuition fee reduction of £8,100 and is available for students with home or international fee status studying full-time or part-time. Applicants must have achieved, or be on target to achieve, a First Class Honours degree or equivalent and must be pursuing a Masters degree within one of the specified departments including Classics, Earth Sciences, Economics, English, Geography, Health Studies, History, Languages, Law and Criminology, Mathematics, Physics, Politics, Psychology, and Social Work.
Dr Pirkko Koppinen Scholarship
The Dr Pirkko Koppinen Scholarship provides financial support up to £12,000 for postgraduate students pursuing MA English Literature: Medieval Studies or MA History: Medieval Studies at Royal Holloway, University of London. One scholarship is available annually to a new postgraduate student with home or international fee status. The award provides a tuition fee reduction, with any remaining funds provided as a contribution to living costs where applicable. This scholarship supports students who have achieved or are expected to achieve a 2:1 degree or higher and demonstrate strong academic achievements, clear motivation for their chosen degree, and concrete plans for how the MA will support their future research and career path.
Sports Scholarships 2025
Sports scholarships are available to students who excel in their chosen sport and are committed to improving while they are at university. The scholarship provides a comprehensive package of benefits to help talented student athletes balance sport and academic life at university. Successful applicants will receive an offer of the scholarship for the length of their degree course in principle, with the scholarship reviewed each year of study to ensure they are still eligible. The program is designed to support athletes competing at minimum national level with potential to represent internationally in any BUCS recognised sport.
The Gent-Rust Scholarship
The Gent-Rust Scholarship provides a cash award of £8,000 for new postgraduate students studying selected MSc degree courses at Royal Holloway, University of London. Two scholarships are available annually to full or part-time students from the UK. The scholarships are funded by Mr and Mrs Gent to recognise and promote academic achievement, alleviate financial need, and promote activity of benefit to society as a whole. The scholarship is intended for students who would not have the means to undertake their proposed course of study without this financial support. Applicants must demonstrate a strong previous academic background (achieved or on target to achieve a 2:1 degree or higher), and considerable importance is attached to activities and aspirations outside the field of study that contribute to society.
Herringham Scholarship
The Herringham Scholarship is a tuition fee reduction scholarship offered by Royal Holloway, University of London for postgraduate students in the Department of History. The scholarship provides a tuition fee reduction of £8,000 for new full-time or part-time students with either Home or International fee status. At least one scholarship is available annually for students entering postgraduate programs in history-related fields. The scholarship aims to support outstanding students who have achieved, or are expected to achieve, a First Class Honours degree or equivalent. Applicants must submit a 500-word supporting statement detailing their academic achievements, reasons for choosing their degree, and how the MA and scholarship will contribute to their future research and career path. An academic reference letter is also required as part of the application process.
The Koppinen Family Scholarship
The Koppinen Family Scholarship provides a tuition fee reduction of £10,000 for students with a financial need who are studying the MA Creative Writing programme at Royal Holloway, University of London. One scholarship is available annually for a new full-time or part-time student with Home or International fee status. The scholarship is designed to support students who are unable to undertake further study without financial assistance and who demonstrate strong academic achievement, literary accomplishments, and a clear vision for their future aspirations. Applicants must be studying for their first Master's degree and must have achieved, or be on target to achieve, at least a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent, or possess relevant professional experience. The scholarship aims to support students with an enthusiastic and authentic spirit of enquiry who will contribute to advancing knowledge for future generations.
Physics Scholarship 2025
Royal Holloway offers an unlimited number of Physics scholarships to undergraduate students studying Physics-related degrees. The scholarship provides a cash award of £1,000 in the first year and £500 in subsequent years for strong academic Physics students. This scholarship is automatically awarded to all qualifying students who have a firm acceptance to study eligible Physics degrees, achieve at least AAA in their A-Levels (including Maths and/or Further Maths and Physics), and attend a Royal Holloway Open Day. The scholarship is renewable each year provided students achieve a First in their end-of-year exams. Students can hold this award in conjunction with any other scholarship, making it a flexible funding option for high-achieving Physics students at Royal Holloway.
Professor Barbara Raw Scholarship for Masters in Medieval Studies
The Professor Barbara Raw Scholarship for Masters in Medieval Studies is a cash award of £10,000 offered by Royal Holloway, University of London. One scholarship is available for new full or part-time students with Home or International fee status studying MA English Literature: Medieval Studies or MA History: Medieval Studies. Applicants must have achieved, or be expected to achieve, at least a 2:1 or equivalent degree. The scholarship application requires a supporting statement of no more than 400 words that covers academic achievements, reasons for choosing the degree, and future aspirations. Applications exceeding the word count will be automatically rejected. The deadline to apply is 11:59pm UK time on Monday 15 June, 2026.
The Robert and Cheryle Poddubiuk Bedford Access Scholarship 2026
The Robert and Cheryle Poddubiuk Bedford Access Scholarship provides a tuition fee reduction of £8,100 for students with demonstrated financial need pursuing their first taught Masters degree at Royal Holloway, University of London. One scholarship is available for new full-time or part-time students with Home or International fee status studying within specific academic departments including Classics, Earth Sciences, Economics, English, Geography, Health Studies, History, Law and Criminology, Politics, International Relations and Philosophy, Psychology, and Social Work. Eligible applicants must have achieved, or be on target to achieve, a First Class Honours degree or equivalent and must be able to demonstrate financial need, meaning they would be unable to undertake further study without the financial support of the scholarship. This scholarship is specifically designed to support access to postgraduate education for high-achieving students who face financial barriers to pursuing their academic goals. Applicants must submit a supporting statement of no more than 400 words addressing their academic achievements, reasons for choosing their degree program, future aspirations, financial circumstances, and how the scholarship would enable them to share and advance knowledge for future generations. The scholarship cannot be held alongside other Royal Holloway tuition fee scholarships or discounts. Applications exceeding the word count will be automatically rejected.
Donald Davies Computer Science Scholarship
The Donald Davies Computer Science Scholarship is named after eminent computer scientist Donald Davies and is offered to undergraduate Computer Science students at Royal Holloway, University of London. The scholarship provides a cash award of £1,000 in the first year, followed by £500 in the second, third, and fourth years (if applicable). All new undergraduate Computer Science applicants are automatically considered for this competitive scholarship, which is awarded to the best candidates based on final school results. To continue receiving the scholarship in subsequent years, students must achieve an overall First class mark in their end of year exams for years one, two, and three (if taking the four year MSci). The scholarships are confirmed when students enrol at the university.
Royal Holloway International Masters Scholarship Sept 2026 and Jan 2027
The Royal Holloway International Masters Scholarship provides tuition fee reductions for international students from selected countries pursuing full-time Masters degrees. The scholarship offers automatic awards ranging from £2,000 to £4,000 depending on the applicant's country of residence. Students from countries including Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia receive a £2,000 reduction, while students from a larger list of countries including China, India, Brazil, Nigeria, and many others receive a £4,000 tuition fee reduction. The scholarship is designed to support self-funded international students and is applied automatically to eligible applicants without requiring a separate application. The tuition fee reduction is only applied in the first year of study and cannot be combined with other Royal Holloway scholarships or discounts.
Professor Barbara Raw Masters Scholarships for English
The Professor Barbara Raw Masters Scholarships for English provide two scholarships worth £10,000 each for postgraduate students pursuing taught Masters degrees in the Department of English at Royal Holloway, University of London. The scholarships are available for both full-time and part-time students with Home or International fee status. Applicants must be studying one of four specific Masters programs: MA Creative Writing, MA English Literature, MA Victorian Literature, Art and Culture, or MA Medieval Studies. To be eligible, candidates must have achieved, or be expected to achieve, at least a 2:1 degree or equivalent. The application requires a 400-word supporting statement covering academic achievements, reasons for choosing the degree, and future aspirations. Applications are submitted through the university's applicant portal, with the deadline set for 11:59pm UK time on Monday, 15 June 2026.
Katayoon Behboodi Scholarship 2026
The Katayoon Behboodi Scholarship provides a 50% tuition fee discount for Iranian students pursuing postgraduate studies at Royal Holloway, University of London. One scholarship is available annually for a new full-time Masters student from Iran. This scholarship has been established to recognise the education, advice and assistance received by Katayoon Behboodi from the Department of Mathematics at Royal Holloway. The scholarship is available for students studying specific postgraduate degrees including MSc Physics by Research, MSc Information Security, MSc Electronic Engineering by Research, MSc Engineering Management, MSc Computer Science by Research, MSc Energy Geosciences, MSc Finance, and MSc Accounting and Financial Management. Applicants must be Iranian nationals with permanent residency in Iran and must have achieved, or be on target to achieve, at least a 2:1 degree or equivalent. The deadline to apply is 15 June at 11:59pm UK time.
Global Future Leaders Scholarship: USA 2025
The Global Future Leaders Scholarship: USA 2025 is a scholarship opportunity offered by Royal Holloway, University of London for students from the United States. This scholarship provides a cash award of £3,000 to support new full-time postgraduate students pursuing taught Masters courses. One scholarship is available to US citizens who have received an offer to study at Royal Holloway and have achieved, or are on target to achieve, a First Class degree or equivalent. The scholarship aims to support academically excellent students from the United States in pursuing postgraduate education at Royal Holloway. Applicants must submit a 400-word supporting statement detailing their academic achievements, reasons for choosing their degree program, and future aspirations. The scholarship helps reduce the financial burden of postgraduate study and recognizes academic excellence among American students choosing to study in the United Kingdom.
Dinah and Jessica Nichols Scholarship
The Dinah and Jessica Nichols Scholarship provides a cash award of £6,250 to one new full or part-time student with Home or International fee status. This scholarship is available for postgraduate students studying in selected history and medieval studies programs at Royal Holloway, University of London. Applicants must have achieved, or be on target to achieve, a First Class Honours degree or equivalent. The scholarship supports students pursuing advanced study in areas including Holocaust Studies, History, Crusader Studies, Hellenic Studies, Public History, Late Antique and Byzantine Studies, and Medieval Studies across both English Literature and History disciplines. The award aims to help outstanding students pursue postgraduate education in these specialized fields of historical and cultural study.
David Cesarani, Kobler Scholarship
The David Cesarani, Kobler Scholarship provides a tuition fee reduction and contribution towards living costs to the value of £10,000 for MA Holocaust Studies at Royal Holloway, University of London. One scholarship is available annually for a new full-time or part-time student with Home or International fee status. The scholarship is a tuition fee reduction and contribution to living costs to the value of £10,000, with living costs contribution only applying if the tuition fee is less than £10,000. The scholarship is named in honour of Professor David Cesarani OBE, who died in 2015. Professor Cesarani was an integral part of the Holocaust Research Institute at Royal Holloway and one of the world's foremost authorities on Jewish history and the Holocaust. The Holocaust Research Institute is housed within the Department of History and offers an active and stimulating research culture for postgraduate students. To be eligible, applicants must have an offer to study MA Holocaust Studies and must have achieved, or be expected to achieve, at least a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent. Applicants must submit their application through the university's applicant portal, including a scholarship statement of no longer than 500 words addressing academic achievements, reasons for choosing the degree, and how the MA will be used in future research and career paths. A written academic reference letter of up to 200 words from an academic who has previously supported, taught or worked with the applicant is also required. The scholarship cannot be held alongside any other Royal Holloway tuition fee scholarship or discount, including the Royal Holloway and University of London Alumni discounts. If an applicant is eligible for multiple scholarships, they will be awarded the one with the highest value.
Royal Holloway Pakistan Masters Scholarship 2026
The Royal Holloway Pakistan Masters Scholarship 2026 provides a tuition fee reduction of £6,000 for Masters students currently living in Pakistan. This scholarship is designed to support international students from Pakistan who wish to pursue postgraduate studies at Royal Holloway, University of London. The scholarship is applied automatically to eligible students and does not require a separate application. Recipients can study any full-time Masters degree offered by the university, and the tuition fee reduction will be applied in the first year of study only. This scholarship is available for students starting their studies in either January 2026 or September 2026.
Royal Holloway India Masters Scholarship 2026
The Royal Holloway India Masters Scholarship 2026 provides a tuition fee reduction of £6,000 for Masters students currently living in India. This scholarship is designed to support international students pursuing their postgraduate education at Royal Holloway, University of London. The scholarship is awarded automatically to eligible students and does not require a separate application. Students can be applying to study for any of the university's full-time Masters degrees starting in January 2026 or September 2026. The tuition fee reduction is only applied in the first year of study and is available to self-funded students with international fee status who are currently living in India.
Royal Holloway International Undergraduate Scholarship 2026
The Royal Holloway International Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 provides a tuition fee reduction of £3,000 for international undergraduate students who achieve ABB at A-level or equivalent qualifications. The scholarship is designed to support high-achieving international students pursuing undergraduate degrees at Royal Holloway, University of London. Scholarships are awarded automatically to eligible students who meet the academic requirements, including ABB at A-level, International Baccalaureate at 32 overall (or 6,5,5 in HLs), or other equivalent grades. Students must have international fee status and hold an offer to study an undergraduate degree starting in September 2026. The scholarship discount is applied only in the first year of study and does not require a separate application. Eligible students will automatically receive the tuition fee reduction upon enrollment. The scholarship can be applied to any undergraduate degree program offered by Royal Holloway. This funding opportunity aims to attract talented international students to Royal Holloway and support them in their first year of undergraduate study, helping to reduce the financial burden of tuition fees for academically qualified students from around the world.
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