About
The University of Stirling is a public research university located in Scotland, UK. The university offers over 170 flexible undergraduate degree courses, as well as on-campus and online Masters courses and research degrees including PhD, MPhil and Professional Doctorates. Known as Scotland's University for Sporting Excellence, Stirling combines education with sport excellence while conducting research that makes a difference across various disciplines and themes.
Funding Opportunities
John Robert Hamilton Memorial Scholarship
The John Robert Hamilton Memorial Scholarship is available to give financial support to postgraduate students taking their history Masters degree at the University of Stirling. The annual scholarship of £1,000 is intended to help relieve the financial pressures which make academic life so difficult. This scholarship was set up in 2009 by Ruth Wright to help fund the postgraduate study of Scottish History as a tribute to John Robert Hamilton who died suddenly in 2008, mid-way through his Masters of Research degree programme at the University of Stirling. The scholarship is awarded after open competition to students who were born in the UK, are graduates of a Scottish university or the Open University, research an aspect of Scottish History, and are registered students at the University of Stirling.
Sports Scholarships
The University of Stirling Sports Scholarships are part of the largest high-performance sports programme in the UK, which supports and sends athletes to Olympic, World and Commonwealth Games. Since its inception in 1981, the program has supported more than 700 student-athletes. Up to 18 scholarships are awarded annually in football, golf, swimming, tennis and triathlon, with other sporting disciplines considered on a case-by-case basis if recipients meet the required criteria. Scholarships are awarded in the form of fee waivers and are for each year of study. Undergraduate students receive £2,000 per year while postgraduate students receive £4,000 per year. The awards are based on a combination of academic merit and sporting achievement, supporting student-athletes pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate taught degrees at the University of Stirling.
International Sports Scholarship Programme
The University of Stirling's International Sports Scholarship Programme is one of the largest high-performance sports programmes in the UK. Since its inception in 1981, it has supported more than 700 student athletes, sending athletes to Olympic, World and Commonwealth Games. The programme provides talented student athletes with the ideal environment to develop and flourish in their chosen sport through expert support and world-class facilities on the scenic Stirling campus. Scholarships are available to students competing in core sports (football, golf, swimming, tennis, triathlon, curling) and other sports if at an international level, particularly those featured in BUCS, Commonwealth, Olympic or Paralympic programmes. Students receive funding support, academic flexibility, national standard coaching, essential equipment and the opportunity to stay on campus, helping them fulfil their potential while pursuing their undergraduate or postgraduate degrees.
ICAS Foundation Scholarship
The ICAS Foundation Programme provides an all-encompassing range of support for students planning to study accounting or finance at university. The scholarship supports academically talented young people from family backgrounds with limited resources, who wish to attend university but may not have the means to do so without additional financial support. This undergraduate scholarship provides £2,500 per annum for 4 years, with 5 awards available. The programme is designed to enable students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, and Scotland to pursue accounting or finance degrees at the University of Stirling.
Karen Napier Scholarship - MSc Investment Analysis
Two Karen Napier Scholarships are generously funded by the Karen Napier Fund and the University of Stirling Business School in memory of Karen, a graduate of the MSc in Investment Analysis. Each scholarship will meet the course tuition fees and will also provide a maintenance award of £11,000. The maintenance award will be paid in two instalments, half in September 2026 and half in January 2027. The scholarship is open only to applicants for the MSc Investment Analysis who have an unconditional offer and a first-class honours degree (or GPA/CGPA equivalent) at the time of application.
ASEAN-UK: Women in STEM Scholarships
The British Council has launched a scholarship programme in partnership with the University of Stirling aimed at benefiting women from eligible ASEAN countries. This scholarship is open to women who are pursuing a postgraduate degree within specified STEM subjects and who can demonstrate their need for financial support and are motivated to inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in STEM. The scholarship covers the full costs associated with study at the University of Stirling, including tuition fees, living costs, travel costs, equipment and study costs. Five scholarships are available for women from Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, The Philippines, Singapore, Viet Nam, and Timor-Leste. Scholars must agree to return to their country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after their scholarship award has ended and demonstrate a plan and passion to engage other women and girls in STEM from their home country.
NHS Social Work Bursary
The Social Work Bursary is available for undergraduate and postgraduate students on Social Work courses at the University of Stirling to support creating skilled and qualified social workers. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) is supporting social work education through funding the Social Work Bursary (SWB), helping to maintain and improve the quality of social work education and creating a future workforce of skilled and qualified social workers. This bursary is administered by the NHS Business Service Authority and is available to students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland who are enrolled in social work courses at the University of Stirling.
Anne Wingate Paterson Scholarship
The Anne Wingate Paterson Scholarship has been established since 2018 from a generous legacy left to the Association of Child Protection Professionals (AoCPP) by Anne Wingate Paterson who died in 2016. Anne was a dedicated member of AoCPP and left provision in her will to support an annual award for the study and prevention of child abuse and neglect. The scholarship fund has been developed with the help and support of Anne's surviving family. The scholarship fund has been established to promote the study of child welfare and protection. It provides individuals with the opportunity to pursue postgraduate study at a UK Higher Education Institute in the field of child abuse and/or neglect. Awards will be made to individuals with a place on a postgraduate programme at a UK higher education institution and are up to a value of £5,000. Proposed studies must address one or more of the following: identification of child abuse and neglect; research to have an impact on child abuse and neglect in Scotland; effective responses to child abuse and neglect; or prevention of child abuse and neglect. The awards are provided to fund the payment of course fees.
Undergraduate Türkiye Scholarship
The University of Stirling's Undergraduate Türkiye Scholarship is designed to support students from Turkey pursuing undergraduate studies at the university. This scholarship offers eligible students £5,000 per year towards the payment of annual tuition fees, totaling £20,000 over a standard four-year undergraduate degree program. The scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students who are classified as international students for tuition fee purposes and are living in Turkey at the point of application. Students must have received a conditional or unconditional offer of admission for an eligible full-time undergraduate degree course delivered at the University's Stirling campus. The scholarship cannot be combined with other University of Stirling scholarships except for Sports Scholarships. If students need a student visa, they are still required to pay the International Tuition Fee Deposit as part of the standard admissions process. No separate application is required as eligible students are automatically identified during the admissions process.
Undergraduate Norway Scholarship
The Undergraduate Norway Scholarship at the University of Stirling offers eligible students from Norway £5,000 per year (£20,000 over four years) towards the payment of annual tuition fees. This scholarship is designed to welcome international students to the University of Stirling and supports students throughout their full-time undergraduate degree. The award is automatically applied to eligible students, reducing their annual fee payments by £5,000. Recipients must be classified as international students for tuition fee purposes, must be living in Norway at the point of application, and must have received a conditional or unconditional offer of admission for an eligible full-time undergraduate degree course delivered at the University's Stirling campus. Students starting in January 2026 are eligible for this scholarship, and no separate application is required as eligible students are automatically identified through the admissions process.
Undergraduate Malaysia Scholarship
The Undergraduate Malaysia Scholarship is offered by the University of Stirling to support students from Malaysia pursuing full-time undergraduate degrees at the University's Stirling campus. The scholarship provides £5,000 per year towards annual tuition fees, totaling £20,000 over a four-year degree program. This award is designed to make higher education more accessible for international students from Malaysia and is automatically applied to eligible students' fee payments. The scholarship is available to students starting in January 2026 who have received conditional or unconditional offers of admission. Students must be classified as international for tuition fee purposes and must be living in Malaysia at the point of application. The scholarship cannot be combined with other University of Stirling scholarships, with the exception of Sports Scholarships. No separate application is required as eligible students are automatically identified during the admissions process.
Undergraduate United Arab Emirates (UAE) Scholarship
The Undergraduate United Arab Emirates Scholarship is offered by the University of Stirling to support eligible international students from the UAE. The scholarship provides £5,000 per year towards annual tuition fees, totaling £20,000 over a standard four-year undergraduate degree program. This award is automatically applied to annual fee payments for eligible students and aims to make studying at Stirling more accessible for UAE residents. Students must be classified as international for fee purposes and must be living in the UAE at the point of application. The scholarship is available for students starting in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027, as well as those progressing from the University of Stirling International Study Centre. No separate application is required as eligible students are automatically identified during the admissions process.
Undergraduate Zimbabwe Scholarship
The Undergraduate Zimbabwe Scholarship offers eligible students £5,000 per year (£20,000 over four years) towards the payment of annual fees at the University of Stirling. This scholarship is designed to support international students from Zimbabwe pursuing full-time undergraduate degree courses at the University's Stirling campus. If you are eligible for this award, your annual fee payments will automatically be reduced by £5,000. Students will still need to pay the International Tuition Fee Deposit if they require a student visa as part of the standard admissions process. This scholarship is specifically for students starting in January 2026 only. Prospective students planning to join in September 2026 or January 2027 will be able to benefit from the new Undergraduate Africa Scholarship instead. Eligible students are automatically identified as part of the admissions process, so no separate application is required for this award.
Undergraduate South Africa Scholarship
The Undergraduate South Africa Scholarship is offered by the University of Stirling to eligible international students from South Africa. This scholarship provides £5,000 per year, totaling £20,000 over four years, towards the payment of annual tuition fees. The scholarship is designed to welcome students from South Africa to study at the University's Stirling campus in Scotland. Students who are eligible for this award will have their annual fee payments automatically reduced by £5,000. This scholarship is specifically for students starting in January 2026 only. Students planning to join in September 2026 or January 2027 will be able to benefit from the new Undergraduate Africa Scholarship instead. No separate application is required as eligible students will be automatically identified as part of the admissions process.
Undergraduate Canada Scholarship
The University of Stirling's Undergraduate Canada Scholarship offers eligible students from Canada £5,000 per year (£20,000 over four years) towards the payment of annual tuition fees. This scholarship is designed to welcome international students from Canada to study at the University of Stirling's campus in Scotland. If eligible, students will have their annual fee payments automatically reduced by £5,000, and no separate application is required. The scholarship cannot be combined with other University of Stirling scholarships, with the exception of Sports Scholarships. Recipients must be classified as international students for tuition fee purposes and must be living in Canada at the point of application. The scholarship is available for new students starting in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027, as well as students progressing from the University of Stirling International Study Centre.
Robertson Trust Scholarship
The Robertson Trust Scholarship is part of the Journey to Success programme that provides financial support and self-development opportunities to young people aged 16-25 in Scotland who face barriers to higher education. Since 1992, the programme has supported over 1,000 young people to overcome financial and social barriers to gain the university education and career they aspire to. Each year, over 700 young people, known as Robertson scholars, are supported through this programme in a broad range of subjects across Scotland's universities. The scholarship is designed specifically for Scottish residents who face various challenges including coming from schools with low progression rates to higher education, households with low income, being from Black and Minority Ethnic groups, having disabilities, lived experience of care, being carers, estranged from family, or belonging to Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.
Undergraduate Transnational Education (TNE) Partner Transfer Scholarship
The Undergraduate TNE Partner Transfer Scholarship offers a 20% tuition fee waiver for Transnational Education (TNE) students who transfer from an official TNE partner of the University of Stirling to study at Stirling for a year or more at an undergraduate level. This scholarship is designed to support international students making the transition from partner institutions to complete their undergraduate studies in Scotland. Eligible applicants will receive a 20% fee waiver on the University's published international fees, per year of study, applicable at the time of entry and for the duration of their undergraduate study at Stirling. The scholarship applies to programmes open to all international students and is automatically assigned during the enrolment process, requiring no separate application. However, students from Hebei Normal University (HNU) who transfer to study on programmes specific to them are not eligible for this scholarship.
GEMS International Undergraduate Scholarship
The GEMS International Undergraduate Scholarship is offered by the University of Stirling in partnership with GEMS Education, an exclusive UniConnect Partner. This scholarship provides £2,000 per year (£8,000 over four years) towards the payment of annual tuition fees for eligible international undergraduate students. The scholarship is designed specifically for students attending GEMS Education schools in Egypt, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates who wish to pursue full-time undergraduate studies at the University of Stirling campus. The award is automatically applied to eligible students' annual fee payments, reducing their costs by £2,000 each year. Students must be classified as international for tuition fee purposes and must have received a conditional or unconditional offer of admission for an eligible full-time undergraduate programme. The scholarship cannot be combined with other University of Stirling scholarships, with the exception of the Sports Scholarship. No separate application is required as eligible students are automatically identified during the admissions process.
British Council English and School Education Scholarships Scheme - MSc TESOL (Online)
The British Council will provide 15 scholarships for government school educators from Bangladesh, India and Sri Lanka in the academic year 2026/27 to complete the MSc TESOL (Online) at the University of Stirling. The online course will commence in September 2026 and include a two-week study visit to the UK, offering scholars an immersive academic and cultural experience. This fully funded scholarship covers tuition and associated costs for government-sector English language educators. The program is designed as part-time online study for up to 30 months, allowing flexibility for working professionals while they pursue their master's degree. The scholarship includes a bespoke two-week UK study visit for academic enrichment and cultural exchange, providing access to world-class faculty and resources from leading UK universities. Scholars will have the opportunity to specialise in teacher development and teacher education, enhancing their professional expertise in TESOL. Additionally, recipients will gain membership of the British Council's global alumni network for ongoing professional growth and networking opportunities throughout their careers.
MSc Podiatry (pre-registration) scholarship
This scholarship is awarded in the form of a 10% tuition fee waiver for the two-year duration of the MSc Podiatry (pre-registration) course at the University of Stirling. The scholarship is available to self-funding postgraduate students from the UK or Republic of Ireland who are prepared to inspire and eager to shape their future careers in the field of Podiatry. Up to 10 scholarships are available for new students starting in September 2025. The award is automatically allocated during the online enrolment process, with the tuition fees adjusted accordingly. No separate application is required as the Faculty will select successful students and notify them prior to enrolment.
GREAT Scholarship Thailand
The GREAT Scholarship Thailand is offered by the University of Stirling in partnership with the British Council to support Thai students pursuing postgraduate taught degrees in the UK. This scholarship provides £12,000 to one Thai student studying any full-time, on-campus postgraduate taught degree at the University of Stirling. The scholarship is part of the larger GREAT Scholarships campaign, which has a total value of nearly £1 million across UK universities, designed to increase access to excellent UK higher education opportunities for Thai students. Recipients can study a wide range of subjects including business, law, TESOL, computer sciences, IT and more. The scholarship is available for students starting in September 2026 or January 2027 and cannot be combined with other University of Stirling awards. Applicants must be self-funded and classified as international students for tuition fee purposes.
Commonwealth Masters Scholarships
The agency-nominated Master's programme is one of three Master's programmes offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission. The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK (CSC) provides the UK government scholarship scheme led by international development objectives. It operates within the framework of the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) and offers a vivid demonstration of the UK's enduring commitment to the Commonwealth. By attracting individuals with outstanding talent and identifiable potential from all backgrounds and supporting them to become leaders and innovators on returning to their home countries, the CSC's work combines sustainable development with the UK national interest and provides opportunities for international partnerships and collaboration.
Aziz Foundation Scholarship
The Aziz Scholarships Programme offers 100% tuition fee scholarships to support British Muslims to study for a Masters at partnered UK universities. The scholarships are aimed at those who wish to advance in their careers and bring positive change to their communities and beyond. This programme is designed specifically for British Muslims who qualify for Home Fees status in the UK. The University of Stirling is one of the partnered institutions offering these scholarships, with 9 awards available. The scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees for Masters degrees.
Postgraduate Taught International Partnerships Scholarship
The Postgraduate Taught International Partnerships Scholarship offers a 20% tuition fee waiver on full-time postgraduate taught courses at the University of Stirling for eligible international students. This scholarship is designed for students who have an existing connection with the University of Stirling through international partnerships. The scholarship applies to students who have undertaken international study abroad or exchange at the University of Stirling, participated in the International Summer School, or graduated with a University of Stirling degree from one of their international partner institutions. No separate application is required as eligible students will automatically receive the 20% fee waiver as part of the enrolment process.
The Fulbright University of Stirling Award
The Fulbright University of Stirling Award is a partnership between the University of Stirling and the US-UK Fulbright Commission, designed to foster intercultural understanding between the USA and the UK. This prestigious scholarship provides funding for the first year of postgraduate studies (Masters or first year of doctoral programme) in health, wellbeing or sports science at the University of Stirling. The award is specifically for USA citizens who wish to pursue graduate studies in Scotland, offering comprehensive financial support to enable American students to undertake research-based or taught postgraduate degrees. Any of the University's degrees currently offered in health, wellbeing and sports science is eligible for this scholarship. The grant covers full tuition fee waiver plus living and travel stipends, providing complete financial support for the first year of study. Recipients must apply directly to the Fulbright Commission and make a separate application to the University of Stirling, and must exceed the minimum conditions of the degree offer. This award is only available to students entering directly into a full-time postgraduate degree course delivered at the University's Stirling campus and cannot be combined with any other University of Stirling scholarship.
Chevening Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships is the UK government's scholarships programme for international students studying Masters degrees. The University of Stirling has a partnership with Chevening Scholarships to enable outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world to pursue one-year Masters degrees in the UK. The University of Stirling is proud to support Chevening Scholarships, making education more accessible for international students who are reliant on scholarship funding to pursue postgraduate study in Scotland and the UK. In partnering with Chevening, the University of Stirling will be able to build upon and enrich our thriving international community here in Stirling, Scotland and further afield. The University of Stirling welcomes applications from any Chevening-eligible country in any subject. All applicants who wish to be considered for an award at Stirling are encouraged to select the university as their first preference within their Chevening application.
Lingnan University Postgraduate Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded for the first year of a full-time Masters degree and is available to international students who have graduated from the University of Stirling's Hong Kong partner, Lingnan University, with a University of Stirling undergraduate degree. The scholarship provides a 20% tuition fee waiver for the first year of study for eligible students entering directly into a full-time postgraduate degree programme delivered at the University's Stirling campus in Scotland. This award is specifically designed for students who completed their undergraduate degree through the partnership between University of Stirling and Lingnan University in Hong Kong.
Singapore Institute of Management Postgraduate Scholarship
This scholarship is for the first year of a full-time Masters degree, and is available to international students who have graduated from the University of Stirling's partner, Singapore Institute of Management, with a University of Stirling undergraduate degree. The scholarship is awarded in the form of a 20% tuition fee waiver for the first year of a full-time Masters degree. Students will automatically be identified as part of the admissions process with no separate application required. This award is only available to students entering directly into a full-time postgraduate degree programme, delivered at the University's Stirling campus in Scotland.
Postgraduate Pakistan Scholarship
The University of Stirling Postgraduate Pakistan Scholarship is designed to support international students living in Pakistan who wish to pursue postgraduate taught degrees at the University of Stirling. This scholarship recognizes the University's long history of supporting international students to become global citizens and forge successful careers around the world. The scholarship is awarded in the form of a £4,000 tuition fee waiver and is available to students entering full-time postgraduate degree programs delivered at the University's Stirling campus. Eligible students are automatically identified during the admissions process and receive a scholarship offer within approximately one week of receiving their offer to study. The scholarship is available for intakes in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027.
Postgraduate Nigeria Scholarship
The Postgraduate Nigeria Scholarship is offered by the University of Stirling to support international students living in Nigeria pursuing postgraduate taught degrees. The scholarship provides a £4,000 tuition fee waiver for full-time, on-campus study at the University's Stirling campus in Scotland. The University of Stirling has a long history of supporting international students to become global citizens and forge successful careers around the world. This scholarship is designed to make postgraduate education more accessible to Nigerian students. Eligible students are automatically identified during the admissions process and do not need to submit a separate scholarship application. Recipients must pay a £1,000 deposit to secure the scholarship by specified deadlines. The scholarship is available for students starting in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027 and cannot be combined with other Stirling scholarships except Sports Scholarships.
Postgraduate Kenya Scholarship
The Postgraduate Kenya Scholarship is awarded in the form of a £4,000 tuition fee waiver and is open to students who are living in Kenya at the point of application. The University of Stirling has a long history of supporting international students to become global citizens and forge successful careers around the world. This scholarship is specifically designed for full-time, on-campus, self-funding students living in Kenya who have received an offer of admission for an eligible postgraduate taught course. Eligible students are automatically identified as part of the admissions process and a scholarship offer is sent usually within one week of receiving an offer to study. No separate application is required for this award. Once a scholarship offer is made, students will be required to pay a £1,000 deposit to secure the scholarship by the relevant deadline.
Postgraduate Ghana Scholarship
The Postgraduate Ghana Scholarship is awarded by the University of Stirling to support full-time, on-campus, self-funding students living in Ghana. The university has a long history of supporting international students to become global citizens and forge successful careers around the world. This scholarship is awarded in the form of a £4,000 tuition fee waiver and is open to students who are living in Ghana at the point of application. The scholarship is available for postgraduate taught courses starting in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027. Eligible students are automatically identified as part of the admissions process, and no separate application is required. Recipients must pay a £1,000 deposit to secure the scholarship by the relevant deadline. The scholarship cannot be combined with other University of Stirling awards, except for Sports Scholarships.
Postgraduate East Asia Scholarship
The Postgraduate East Asia Scholarship at the University of Stirling supports international students from East Asia pursuing postgraduate taught degrees. The scholarship is open to full-time, on-campus, self-funding students who are living in mainland China, Hong Kong (SAR), Japan, Macau, South Korea, or Taiwan. The University has a long history of supporting international students to become global citizens and forge successful careers around the world. The scholarship is awarded as a tuition fee waiver, with the amount varying based on start date. For students starting in January 2026, the award is £7,000, while for those starting in September 2026 or January 2027, the value will be £5,000. Eligible students are automatically identified during the admissions process, and no separate application is required. The scholarship cannot be combined with other Stirling scholarships or awards, except for Sports Scholarships.
Stirling Alumni Scholarship
The Stirling Alumni Scholarship provides a tuition fee discount for students who have completed their undergraduate degree at the University of Stirling and are pursuing a postgraduate taught Masters degree. The scholarship is awarded as a tuition fee waiver for the first year of study, available to both full-time and part-time students studying at the Stirling campus. For students starting in January 2026, the scholarship offers a 15% tuition fee waiver. For those starting in September 2026 or January 2027, the tuition fee waiver will increase to 20%. The award is applied automatically during the admissions process, so no separate application is required. This scholarship is available to students of all nationalities and fee statuses, but excludes online courses and cannot be combined with other Stirling scholarships or awards. If a student is offered multiple University of Stirling awards, the highest value award will be applied.
Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
Commonwealth Shared Scholarships are for candidates from developing Commonwealth countries, looking to study selected postgraduate Masters courses at the University of Stirling. This is a joint initiative between the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission and UK universities to support students from developing commonwealth countries to study full-time in the United Kingdom on a postgraduate course. The scholarship covers tuition fees, maintenance/living cost stipend, return flights, thesis grant, study travel grant (if applicable), and a one-off arrival allowance. Five scholarship awards are available for specific programmes including MLitt Publishing Studies, MSc Sustainable Aquaculture, MSc Aquatic Pathobiology, MSc Environmental Remote Sensing and Geospatial Sciences, and LLM Environmental Law and Climate Justice.
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships
Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships support talented students from developing Commonwealth countries to undertake postgraduate study at a distance or via online learning. Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), these scholarships enable talented and motivated individuals to access training and skills required for sustainable development not available in their home countries. The University of Stirling can award five distance learning scholarships for the MPH Master of Public Health (Online) programme, with no attendance at the University required. This covers all elements of the award, including tuition fees, partnership development costs, and any residential programmes.
The Data Lab Scholarships
The University of Stirling, in partnership with The Data Lab and the Scottish Funding Council, is offering fully funded places on a selection of on-campus Masters courses. The Data Lab is Scotland's innovation centre for data and has a mission to maximise the value that Scotland gets from data. It facilitates partnerships between industry and academia, supporting data science projects as well as funding and running first-class education programmes. These scholarships are available to students studying on one of several on-campus postgraduate masters courses at the University of Stirling, including MSc Mathematics and Data Science, MSc Financial Technology, MSc Advanced Computing with Artificial Intelligence, MSc Artificial Intelligence, MSc Big Data, MSc Business Analytics, and MSc Data Science for Business. Each scholarship covers tuition fees up to £6,500; if the fee for the chosen course is higher, the University will cover the remaining cost of the tuition fee. Currently, one Data Lab Scholarship remains available for study on either the MSc Business Analytics or MSc Data Science for Business programme, with a January 2026 start. The funded places are open to applicants domiciled in Scotland who have the right to live and work in the UK and whose permanent place of residence has been Scotland for the past three years. Applications are reviewed by course directors and decisions are based on merit, with nominated applicants contacted with further information from The Data Lab.
Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL)
The Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL) was founded in 2010 and aims to create the next generation of senior academics who can maintain international quality standards at Palestinian universities, develop renewed and sustainable links between Palestinian and UK universities, and create lasting professional networks to sustain scholars' longer-term careers. In line with the University of Stirling's vision to 'make an impact on people's lives and be a force for good in the world', the University is delighted to partner with the British Council, Palestinian universities and funding bodies to offer HESPAL scholarships for eligible applicants wishing to pursue postgraduate taught programmes and postgraduate research degrees. The scholarship covers tuition fees plus a stipend, allowing Palestinian academics to pursue advanced studies at the University of Stirling. Two awards are available annually: one for postgraduate taught programs and one for postgraduate research degrees. The scholarship does not cover costs for accompanying family, visa fees, NHS health surcharge, or IELTS costs.
Stirlingshire Educational Trust
The Stirlingshire Educational Trust was founded in 1663 by local merchants to assist the poor and is now administered by a body of Governors who meet quarterly to consider applications in March, June, September and December. The Trust provides grants to individuals from the County of Stirling who have lived there for at least 5 consecutive years, either currently or in the past, or who were born there. Awards may be made towards educational expenses including fees, books, travel, equipment, and kit. Grant amounts typically range from £100 to £500 per award. The County of Stirling includes areas such as Stirling, Falkirk, Kilsyth, Grangemouth, Denny, Bonnybridge, Polmont and surrounding environs. The Trust supports students at all levels including undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and postgraduate research programs. Multiple awards are available throughout the year with quarterly application deadlines. This historic trust continues its mission of supporting educational advancement for individuals with ties to Stirlingshire.
ESRC-Funded Studentship Opportunities: Scottish Graduate School of Social Science
The Scottish Graduate School of Social Science's Scottish Doctoral Training Partnership provides studentship awards each year to students to allow them to do a funded PhD in the social sciences. The University of Stirling is a member institution of the ESRC Scottish Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP), which is led by the Scottish Graduate School of Social Science (SGSSS), facilitating funding, training and support for doctoral students in the social sciences. The DTP offers a range of studentship awards each year for students to undertake a funded PhD research project of their own design. Successful students benefit from a high-value scholarship package, a wealth of supervisory expertise across the social sciences, and numerous training and development opportunities. SGSSS awards are made to six training pathways organised around key societal challenges representing the kinds of social science research that SGSSS students do and reflecting the themes of the Scottish Government's National Performance Framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
University of Stirling International Study Centre Progression Scholarships
The University of Stirling International Study Centre Progression Scholarships are designed to attract the best students to join the university's diverse international community. This scholarship is available to students who successfully progress from a qualifying pathway programme delivered by the University of Stirling International Study Centre onto a University of Stirling postgraduate taught course. The scholarship provides tuition fee waivers ranging from £2,000 to £4,000 based on academic performance in the pathway programme. Students who achieve an overall score of 70% and above receive £4,000, those with 60-69% receive £3,000, and those with 50-59% receive £2,000. The fee waiver applies only to the first year of study at the University of Stirling and is awarded to all eligible students who meet the criteria.
Postgraduate India Scholarship
The Postgraduate India Scholarship is awarded by the University of Stirling to support international students from India pursuing postgraduate taught degrees. The scholarship is awarded in the form of a £4,000 tuition fee waiver and is open to students who are living in India at the point of application. The University of Stirling has a long history of supporting international students to become global citizens and forge successful careers around the world. Eligible students are automatically identified as part of the admissions process, and no separate application is required. To secure the scholarship, recipients must pay a £1,000 deposit by specified deadlines that vary based on when the scholarship offer is made. This scholarship is available for students starting in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027, and is intended for full-time, on-campus study at the University's Stirling campus.
Undergraduate USA Scholarship
The University of Stirling's Undergraduate USA Scholarship is designed to support international students from the United States pursuing undergraduate education at the University of Stirling in Scotland. The scholarship provides £5,000 per year towards annual tuition fees, totaling £20,000 over a standard four-year undergraduate degree program. This award is automatically applied to eligible students' fee payments and does not require a separate application. Eligible students must be classified as international students for tuition fee purposes, living in the USA at the point of application, and have received a conditional or unconditional offer of admission for a full-time undergraduate degree course delivered at the University's Stirling campus. The scholarship is available for students starting in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027. It cannot be combined with other University of Stirling scholarships except Sports Scholarships, and students requiring a visa must still pay the International Tuition Fee Deposit. The scholarship is also available to students progressing from the University of Stirling International Study Centre who were domiciled in the USA at the point of application.
EU Undergraduate Scholarship
The EU Undergraduate Scholarship provides fee discounts for EU students studying undergraduate degrees at the University of Stirling. For students starting in January 2026, the scholarship offers a £5,000 tuition fee discount in years 1-3 and an Honours Year Scholarship covering the full cost of fees for the Honours year (Year 4) of study. For students starting in September 2026 or January 2027, the scholarship provides an automatic £5,000 fee discount for each year of study. The scholarship is automatically awarded to all eligible EU students who are classified as International students for tuition fee purposes and are ordinarily resident in the EU prior to commencing their studies. No application is necessary as all eligible students entering an undergraduate degree course at the University of Stirling will automatically receive the discount.
EU Postgraduate Scholarship
The EU Postgraduate Scholarship provides a fee discount for EU students studying at the University of Stirling. The UK Government has confirmed EU students are now classified as International students for tuition fee purposes. At Stirling, the university supports EU students who are affected by this change in status through this transition. The scholarship awards an automatic £5,000 tuition fee discount to eligible EU students starting their postgraduate taught course on campus in January 2026, September 2026, or January 2027. Eligible students will automatically be identified as part of the admissions process with no separate application required. This award is only available to students entering directly into a full-time postgraduate degree programme, delivered at the University's Stirling campus.
International Undergraduate Scholarship
The University of Stirling's International Undergraduate Scholarship provides financial support to eligible international students pursuing undergraduate degrees. The scholarship offers £2,000 per year (£8,000 over four years) for students starting in January 2026, with an increased value of £2,500 per year for those starting in September 2026 or January 2027. The award is automatically applied to reduce annual fee payments for qualifying students. Students are automatically identified as part of the admissions process, and no separate application is required. The scholarship is available to full-time international students who have received a conditional or unconditional offer of admission for an eligible undergraduate course at the University of Stirling. Students progressing from qualifying pathway programmes delivered at INTO Stirling are also eligible. This scholarship cannot be combined with other University of Stirling scholarships, with the exception of the Sports Scholarship.
Postgraduate Merit Scholarship
The Postgraduate Merit Scholarship is offered by the University of Stirling to UK or Republic of Ireland students with a first-class Honours degree (or equivalent) who are studying full-time on any taught Masters course. The scholarship has a value of £2,000 and is awarded on a pro-rata basis for part-time students. This scholarship will be applied as a fee reduction in the first instance then, if any balance remains, this will be awarded in cash within the first semester of the course. The award is available to self-funded students paying tuition fees to the University of Stirling and only for courses fully taught on campus. Students must be new students starting at the University in January 2026, September 2026 or January 2027. The scholarship is not available for postgraduate certificates, diplomas or modules, or for certain specific programs including MSc Housing (Dissertation only) and MSc Social Work Studies. Students are automatically identified as part of the admissions process, so no separate application is required.
Stirling Success Scholarship
The Stirling Success Scholarship is a £5,000 scholarship package offered by the University of Stirling to eligible undergraduate students from England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland commencing studies from September 2026. The scholarship provides a £2,500 cash award in Year 1 to all eligible undergraduate students who enrol on a course delivered at the University's Stirling campus. In addition to the cash award, students receive a one-year £500 package that includes Sports Centre membership and credit at campus eateries. Students who successfully progress from Year 1 to their Honours year will receive an additional Success Cash Award of £2,000 at the start of Year 4. Students are also guaranteed a place in University-managed accommodation during their first year if they apply by 31 August. The scholarship is automatically awarded through the admissions process with no separate application required. This scholarship can be combined with the Sports Scholarship, making it a valuable opportunity for students from the specified regions. The scholarship is only available to full-time students studying at the Stirling campus. Students who join through advanced entry are eligible to receive only the Year 1 part of the scholarship.
Vice Chancellor's Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Vice Chancellor's Postgraduate International Scholarship is designed to attract outstanding international students to the University of Stirling. This scholarship supports students who are prepared to inspire, eager to shape their future careers, and ready to 'Be the difference' both in Stirling and globally within their communities. The scholarship is awarded in the form of a £7,000 tuition fee waiver for new students in the first year of a Masters degree. It is open to all full-time, self-funded students who are classed as International for tuition fee purposes. The scholarship aims to support the university's commitment to building a diverse international community and attracting the very best postgraduate students from around the world. The program offers 100 awards for students starting in September 2026 and January 2027.
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