About
The University of Southampton is a research-intensive university and a founding member of the Russell Group, one of the UK's leading university groups. Ranked 7th in the UK, 33rd in Europe and 39th globally, the university offers undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and PhD programs across a wide range of disciplines including engineering, sciences, arts, humanities, medicine, and business. With a diverse international community featuring students from over 130 countries and campuses in Southampton, Winchester, Malaysia, and India, the university is committed to world-leading research that addresses global challenges, with 97% of graduates entering employment or further study.
Funding Opportunities
Sanctuary Scholarship
The Sanctuary Scholarships are available for new Undergraduate (UG) and new Postgraduate Taught (PGT) students at the University of Southampton. The scholarship supports students who are seeking sanctuary in the UK, including asylum seekers and refugees who have no access to Student Finance. The university provides comprehensive support including 100% tuition fee coverage for the duration of study (3 years for undergraduate, 1 year for postgraduate taught), a bursary for additional study costs, a welcome pack, and assistance with university accommodation. The program supports 4 students per year: 1 Undergraduate and 3 Postgraduate students. Priority is given to applicants from neighboring counties including Dorset, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Wiltshire, Sussex, and West Surrey.
FIDERH Scholarships
FIDERH is the federal trust managed by the Central Bank of Mexico. It provides affordable loans to help Mexican students pay for their postgraduate studies. The University of Southampton offers a 20% tuition fee discount to students with a FIDERH scholarship. This scholarship is for admission to a full-time one year taught master's or for the first 3 years (36 months) of a full-time postgraduate research degree. The scholarship is for programmes in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences (excluding Health Sciences), Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, and Faculty of Social Sciences.
COLFUTURO Scholarships
The Foundation for the Future of Colombia (COLFUTURO) contributes to the development of the country by generating opportunities for the postgraduate training of Colombian professionals of academic excellence in the best programs in the world. COLFUTURO provides affordable loans to help Colombian students pay for their postgraduate studies. The University of Southampton offers a 15% tuition fee discount to students with a COLFUTURO scholarship. This scholarship is for admission to the first year of a full-time taught master's or each year of a full-time postgraduate research degree.
China Scholarship Council Scholarships
The China Scholarship Council (CSC) offers scholarships to Chinese students who wish to study a PhD programme outside of China. The University of Southampton is recognised by the China Scholarship Council as a partner institute. This scholarship covers full tuition fees subject to successful application for a CSC award for living costs. Applicants must have an offer to study for a PhD at Southampton University and apply to the CSC for maintenance scholarship funding under the 'Southampton-CSC joint scholarship channel'. The University provides a fee waiver to nominated candidates, while the CSC provides living costs support.
Becas Chile Scholarship
Becas Chile is one of the Chilean government's main student funding schemes that supports Chilean citizens studying at postgraduate level overseas. The scholarship aims to contribute to Chile's innovation and competitiveness by funding master's and PhD studies (excluding LLM and MBA degrees). The program provides comprehensive financial support including full tuition fees, living expenses stipend, return flights, books stipend, health insurance, settling and returning allowance, and up to one year of language study in Chile if needed. Recipients must have either an unconditional offer from the University of Southampton or an offer conditional on English language. After completing their course, recipients must return to Chile and remain there for a specified period: Santiago residents must stay for twice the duration of their study abroad, while non-Santiago residents must stay for the same duration as their study abroad period.
Social Impact Scholarship
The Social Impact Scholarship supports researchers whose work aims to create meaningful and beneficial societal change. This competitive scholarship provides comprehensive funding for PhD students whose research has the potential to benefit communities, influence policy, or address social challenges. The scholarship welcomes applications across diverse areas including health and wellbeing, environment and sustainability, social justice and inclusion, education and youth, policy and governance, economy and employment, and arts, culture and heritage. Applicants receive not only full financial support but also access to a vibrant interdisciplinary research community and opportunities for public engagement, policy influence, and collaboration with civic partners through Public Policy Southampton. The scholarship is designed for individuals from all backgrounds who are committed to using research as a tool for positive change and real-world difference.
Horizon Europe fee waiver
The University of Southampton offers a fee waiver to support the UK re-joining Horizon Europe, the EU's key funding programme for PhD research and innovation. This waiver funds the difference between UK and international tuition fees for PhD students for 3.5 years. The scholarship is automatically applied to eligible students who meet the residency requirements and have accepted a PhD offer. Students can use this funding in combination with other schemes including funding under the UKRI 30% rule, EU Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions MSCA doctoral networks, industry or government funding, and self-funding arrangements.
Psychology Global Impact Scholarship
The Psychology Global Impact Scholarship provides financial support to international students pursuing postgraduate master's degrees in psychology at the University of Southampton. The scholarship offers two levels of awards based on academic merit: £5,000 for students achieving a first-class honors degree or equivalent qualification, and £3,000 for students achieving an upper second-class honors (2:1) degree or equivalent qualification. The award is automatically granted to eligible students who meet the criteria and is applied as a reduction in tuition fees. Eligible courses include MSc Health Psychology, MSc Foundations of Clinical Psychology, and MSc Research Methods in Psychology. This merit-based scholarship does not require a separate application, and eligible students are notified by email once they have received a conditional or unconditional offer to study one of the qualifying programs.
Southampton Photonics Impact Scholarship
The Southampton Photonics Impact Scholarship is offered to international students applying to study the MSc Optical Engineering program at the University of Southampton. Up to 3 scholarships are available, each providing up to £15,000 off tuition fees. This scholarship is designed to support talented international students pursuing advanced education in photonics and optical engineering. Recipients are selected through a competitive process that evaluates their CV, motivation statement (limited to 500 words), and academic track record. The motivation statement should address why the applicant has chosen to study MSc Photonics and Optical Engineering, where they see the biggest impact from photonics and optical engineering technologies in the future, and how the scholarship will help them achieve their career aspirations in these fields.
Southampton UK Alumni Music Scholarship
The Southampton UK Alumni Music Scholarship provides financial support to UK students who are graduates of the University of Southampton and wish to continue their studies in music at the postgraduate level. Two scholarships of £2,000 each are available for students applying to Master of Music (MMus) or MA International Music Management programmes starting in 2026. The scholarship is awarded at the end of the first semester and is designed to support alumni continuing their studies in the Department of Music. This is a competitive scholarship process, and not all applications will be successful. The selection process includes three stages: eligibility verification, review of postgraduate and scholarship applications, and final selection by a scholarship panel of music staff. The quality of the application and the contribution the student hopes to make to the Department community are key considerations in the assessment process.
Southampton Faculty of Medicine PGT Talent Scholarship
Three scholarships of £6,000 off tuition fees are available to UK and international students studying an eligible postgraduate masters' within the Faculty of Medicine in 2026. The scholarship is open to students who hold a conditional or unconditional offer from Southampton to study one of three eligible full-time masters' programmes: MSc Genomics, MSc Cancer Biology and Immunology, or MSc Medical Technology Innovation and Design. This is a competitive process where applications are evaluated based on academic records, qualifications, and a supporting statement. The selection panel considers both academic achievements and the supporting statement when making final decisions. Successful applicants will receive confirmation by 18 June 2026.
Nursing Global Impact Scholarship
The Nursing Global Impact Scholarship is offered by the University of Southampton to support international students pursuing postgraduate master's degrees in nursing. This merit-based scholarship provides financial assistance through tuition fee reductions to help offset the cost of nursing education. Awards are automatically granted to eligible students who meet the academic criteria, with two levels of funding available based on undergraduate degree performance. The scholarship applies to the first year of study for eligible master's programs in Adult Nursing, Child Nursing, and Mental Health Nursing. Recipients are automatically identified and notified by email, with no separate application required. This scholarship reflects Southampton's commitment to developing global nursing talent and supporting international students in accessing high-quality nursing education.
Medical Technology, Innovation and Design Master's Scholarship
The University of Southampton offers a £3,000 scholarship to international students studying MSc Medical Technology, Innovation and Design. This is a merit-based scholarship that does not require a separate application. Students who meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be awarded the scholarship and notified by email. The scholarship is designed to support international students pursuing advanced study in medical technology, innovation, and design at the postgraduate level. To qualify, applicants must be classified as international students and hold either a conditional or unconditional offer to study the MSc Medical Technology, Innovation and Design program at the University of Southampton.
Health Sciences Global Impact Scholarship
The Health Sciences Global Impact Scholarship provides financial support to international students pursuing eligible postgraduate master's degrees in health sciences at the University of Southampton. This merit-based scholarship offers two award levels: £5,000 for students who achieve a first-class undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification, and £3,000 for students who achieve a 2:1 or equivalent qualification. The scholarship applies to the first year of study only and is automatically awarded to eligible students who meet the criteria - no separate application is required. Eligible programs include MSc Amputation & Prosthetic Rehabilitation, MSc Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care, MSc Professional Practice in Health Sciences, and MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology. This scholarship aims to support talented international students in advancing their knowledge and skills in health sciences, contributing to global impact in healthcare fields.
Southampton Medicine Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Medicine Postgraduate International Scholarship provides £3000 to international students studying eligible postgraduate master's programs in medicine at the University of Southampton. This is a merit-based scholarship that does not require a separate application. Students who meet the eligibility criteria are automatically considered and notified by email if they are awarded the scholarship. The scholarship is available to international students who have received a conditional or unconditional offer to study one of five eligible master's programs and who have achieved a first-class degree or equivalent in their undergraduate studies. The eligible programs include MPH Public Health, MSc Medical Technology, Innovation and Design, MSc Biomedical Sciences by Research, MSc Cancer Biology and Immunology, and MSc Genomics.
NIHR South Central INSIGHT Programme
The National Institute for Health and care Research (NIHR) South Central INSIGHT programme (SCIP): Inspiring Students into Research Scheme is a new initiative launched in June 2024 as part of the NIHR Academy's expanded portfolio of career support for health and social care professionals. The University of Southampton and Oxford Brookes University are co-leading NIHR SCIP, in collaboration with University of Portsmouth, University of Winchester and Southampton Solent University. The NIHR INSIGHT programme funding pays tuition fees and provides a stipend (living allowance) of up to £20,780 tax-free. This opportunity is designed for early-career health and social care professionals who are working towards or have recently completed professional registration with approved regulatory bodies (excluding doctors and dentists) by September 2026. Eligible applicants must be at an early stage of their career with up to 5 years full time equivalent practice in their profession.
Southampton Mathematics Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Mathematics Postgraduate International Scholarship offers £3,000 to international students pursuing eligible postgraduate master's degrees in mathematics at the University of Southampton. This is a merit-based scholarship that does not require a separate application. Students who meet the eligibility criteria will be automatically awarded the scholarship and notified by email. The scholarship is available to students who have received a conditional or unconditional offer to study an eligible mathematics-related master's course and have achieved a first-class degree or equivalent qualification in their undergraduate studies. Eligible courses include MSc Actuarial Science, MSc Data and Decision Analytics, MSc Operational Research and Finance, MSc Operational Research, MSc Operational Research and Statistics, MSc Statistics, and MSc Statistics with Applications in Medicine.
Southampton Law Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Law Postgraduate International Scholarship is a merit-based award offered by the University of Southampton to international students pursuing eligible postgraduate master's degrees in law. The scholarship provides £3,000 to support students who have demonstrated academic excellence through achieving a first-class or equivalent qualification in their undergraduate studies. This is an automatic award that does not require a separate application; eligible students who meet the criteria will be notified by email once they have received a conditional or unconditional offer to study an eligible law course.
Southampton MA Holocaust scholarships
The Southampton MA Holocaust scholarships, also known as Sayers Family scholarships, are offered by The Parkes Institute for the Study of Relations between Jews and non-Jews at the University of Southampton. Two scholarships of £2,000 each are available to students applying for the MA Holocaust: History, Experience, Heritage program in 2026. The scholarships are designed to reduce tuition fees for both UK and international students who demonstrate strong academic credentials and research interests aligned with the Institute's focus on Jewish/non-Jewish relations and use of Special Collections. Recipients must have achieved a 2:1 (65% minimum) or equivalent qualification in their undergraduate studies and must not be receiving an external scholarship. The application requires a 500-word personal statement explaining research interests, professional experience and ambition, and why applicants want to study at the Parkes Institute. Financial need is considered but is not a major determining factor. The quality of application and relevance of research project to the broad remit of the Institute are the primary considerations in the award decision.
Ocean and Earth Science Global Impact Scholarship
The Ocean and Earth Science Global Impact Scholarship is offered by the University of Southampton to international students pursuing master's degrees in oceanography and related earth sciences. The scholarship provides financial support in the form of tuition fee reductions to outstanding international students based on their undergraduate academic achievement. The program offers two levels of awards: £5,000 for students achieving a first-class degree or equivalent, and £3,000 for students achieving an upper second-class degree (2:1) or equivalent. The scholarship is designed to support international students studying MSc Oceanography, MSc Ocean and Earth Science by Research, MSc Geophysics, and MSc Applied and Coastal Offshore Geoscience. This is a merit-based scholarship that does not require a separate application - eligible students are automatically considered and notified by email if they meet the criteria. The scholarship aims to attract talented international students to the University of Southampton's ocean and earth science programs, supporting global scientific capacity building in these critical research areas.
Geography and Environmental Science Global Impact Scholarship
The Geography and Environmental Science Global Impact Scholarship is a merit-based funding opportunity for international students pursuing eligible postgraduate master's degrees in geography and environmental science at the University of Southampton. The scholarship provides financial support in the form of tuition fee reductions to attract talented international students. Students who achieve a first class or equivalent qualification in their undergraduate studies receive a £5,000 tuition fee discount, while those with a 2:1 or equivalent receive a £3,000 discount. This is an automatic award that does not require a separate application - eligible students are notified by email once they receive a conditional or unconditional offer to study an eligible course. The scholarship aims to support academic excellence and enable high-achieving international students to access quality postgraduate education in geography and environmental science disciplines.
Environmental and Life Sciences Global Impact Scholarship
The Environmental and Life Sciences Global Impact Scholarship is a merit-based award offered by the University of Southampton to international students. The scholarship provides £5,000 to support international students pursuing a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing. This automatic award recognizes academic excellence and aims to attract talented international students to the program. Recipients must achieve a 1st, 2:1, or equivalent qualification in their undergraduate studies and hold either a conditional or unconditional offer for the specified course. No separate application is required; eligible students will be automatically awarded the scholarship and notified by email.
Southampton Engineering Deans Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Engineering Deans Postgraduate International Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship offered by the University of Southampton to support international students pursuing master's degrees in engineering. The scholarship provides £5,000 to eligible students who have received a conditional or unconditional offer to study within the School of Engineering and have achieved a first-class undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. This is an automatic scholarship that does not require a separate application - eligible students are automatically awarded the scholarship and notified by email. The scholarship aims to recognize and support outstanding international students who demonstrate academic excellence in their undergraduate studies and wish to pursue postgraduate education in engineering disciplines at Southampton.
Spärck AI Scholarship
The Spärck AI Scholarship provides comprehensive funding for postgraduate students studying artificial intelligence and related fields at the University of Southampton. There are 11 scholarships available, each covering full tuition fees and a yearly living allowance of £20,780 in line with UKRI stipend rates. The scholarship is open to both UK and International students applying to study one of five eligible master's courses in machine learning, artificial intelligence, robotics, data analytics, or digital chemistry. Recipients also benefit from national AI-related networking opportunities with leading academics, government contacts and industry leaders, as well as access to priority work placements with leading UK artificial intelligence companies and government institutions. The scholarship aims to support talented students pursuing advanced education in AI fields while providing valuable professional development and industry connections.
Southampton Teachers' Postgraduate Scholarship
This scholarship is a 10% discount on tuition fees for UK or international students applying to study the part-time, 2-year MSc Education (Online) programme starting in 2025. The discount is issued as a tuition fee reduction on both years of part-time study. For 2025 entry, the 10% discount for year 1 will be £462.50. The scholarship is limited to the part-time, online MSc Education programme and is not applicable to the full-time, campus-based MSc Education programme. Students do not need to apply for this scholarship; if they meet the eligibility criteria, they will automatically be considered for this scholarship and informed of the discount in their offer letter.
Southampton Education Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Education Postgraduate International Scholarship provides £3,000 to international students pursuing eligible postgraduate master's degrees in education at the University of Southampton. This is a merit-based scholarship that does not require a separate application. Students who meet the eligibility criteria will automatically be awarded the scholarship and notified by email. The scholarship is designed to support high-achieving international students who have obtained a first-class undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in their studies.
Southampton Education Civic Scholarship
The Southampton Education Civic Scholarship offers full tuition fee coverage (100% off) for the duration of study for UK or international students applying to the part-time, 2 to 3 year, MSc Education Online programme starting in 2026. This scholarship is specifically designed to support students pursuing online education in the field of education, making this high-quality postgraduate programme more accessible. The scholarship represents a significant financial commitment from the University of Southampton, covering the entire cost of tuition for successful applicants. Applicants must hold a conditional or unconditional offer from the University of Southampton for the specific part-time MSc Education Online programme and meet all offer conditions including English language requirements by the stated admissions deadline. The application process involves first applying to the degree programme, then completing a separate scholarship expression of interest form which includes submitting a 500-word supporting statement and a CV. This scholarship does not apply to the full-time on-campus MSc Education course. The scholarship deadline is 17 July 2026 at 5pm UK time. This opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking to advance their career in education while studying flexibly online. The University of Southampton's support team is available to provide guidance throughout the application process, with dedicated contact available via email during UK business hours.
Southampton Ageing and Gerontology Talent scholarship
The Southampton Ageing and Gerontology Talent scholarship provides financial support to students pursuing postgraduate studies in Ageing and Gerontology at the University of Southampton. Two scholarships of £5,000 each are available to both UK and international students who have received conditional or unconditional offers for eligible programmes starting in 2026. The scholarship is designed to support talented students interested in advancing their knowledge and career prospects in the fields of Gerontology, Global Ageing, and Policy. Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to the field through a 500-word statement explaining why Gerontology or Global Ageing and Policy is important for their country and how they envision using their degree in the future. The scholarship selection process is competitive and evaluates candidates based on their academic achievements, supporting statement, and eligibility criteria. Recipients must meet all offer conditions, including the University's English language requirements, by the admissions deadline to receive the scholarship.
Southampton Sociology and Criminology Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Sociology and Criminology Postgraduate International Scholarship offers 2 scholarships of £5,000 off tuition fees to international students studying on either the Global Sociology: Challenges, Interventions and Action (MSc) or International Criminology and Criminal Justice (MSc) programs at the University of Southampton. The scholarship is designed to support international students pursuing postgraduate taught degrees in these specialized fields. To be eligible, applicants must receive a conditional or unconditional offer from Southampton, be studying one of the two specified MSc programs, and pay the Overseas fee. Applications require completion of an online form, submission of a CV, and a 500-word statement explaining why the applicant should receive the scholarship. The selection process involves two stages: verification of eligibility criteria and assessment by a selection panel who review the CV, postgraduate application, and supporting statement. The top 2 applications will be awarded the scholarship.
Southampton Social Statistics and Demography Chris Skinner Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Social Statistics and Demography Chris Skinner Postgraduate International Scholarship provides funding support to international students pursuing master's degrees at the Department of Social Statistics and Demography. Two scholarships of £5,000 each are available annually. The scholarship is open to students with conditional or unconditional offers for eligible courses including MSc Social Research Methods with Demography, MSc Global Health, MSc Data Analytics for Government, MSc Applied Statistics, and MSc Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics. This competitive scholarship aims to attract talented international students to study social statistics and demography at the University of Southampton, supporting their academic pursuits in these critical fields of study.
Southampton Economic, Social and Political Sciences Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Economic, Social and Political Sciences Postgraduate International Scholarship provides £3,000 to international students studying an eligible postgraduate master's degree in economic, social and political sciences at the University of Southampton. This merit-based scholarship is awarded automatically to eligible students who achieve a first-class undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. The scholarship supports international students pursuing advanced studies across a range of disciplines including applied statistics, criminology, data analytics, demography, economics, finance, gerontology, global health, international security, public administration, social research methods, sociology, and social policy. Recipients do not need to apply separately; the university will automatically award the scholarship and notify successful candidates by email.
Southampton Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Postgraduate International Scholarship
The Southampton Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Postgraduate International Scholarship provides £3,000 to international students studying an eligible postgraduate master's degree in chemistry or chemical engineering at the University of Southampton. This merit-based scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students who meet the criteria, requiring no separate application. The scholarship aims to support outstanding international students pursuing advanced studies in chemistry and chemical engineering disciplines, helping to offset tuition costs for one-year master's programs.
Southampton Business School (MBA) Excellence International Scholarship
The Southampton Business School (MBA) Excellence International Scholarship provides financial support up to £13,000 for UK and international students studying for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Southampton. The scholarships are awarded competitively to candidates who can best demonstrate business excellence in an interview. Scholarships are available in three amounts: £13,000, £10,000, or £7,000, with the amount determined by the applicant's performance at interview. The scholarship assesses candidates on their relevant professional experience in management and leadership, evidence of rapid career progression, ability to contribute to the MBA cohort quality, strong academic ability, and excellent interview performance. Students are automatically considered for the scholarship when they apply to the MBA program by the deadline of 31 July 2026, with no separate scholarship application required.
Southampton Business School (MSc) Dean Scholarship (International)
Scholarships of £9,000 and £5,000 are available to international students studying an eligible postgraduate master's at the University of Southampton Business School. This is a merit-based scholarship awarded automatically to eligible students - no separate application is required. Students achieving a 1st or equivalent qualification in their undergraduate studies receive £9,000, while those achieving a 2:1 or equivalent receive £5,000. For students from China, there are specific eligibility requirements based on university tier rankings. Students from Tier A Chinese universities are automatically eligible, while 100 additional awards are available for students from Tier B universities who pay their tuition fee deposit by January 15, 2026. The scholarship applies to a wide range of MSc programs in business, including accounting, finance, management, marketing, digital business, human resources, entrepreneurship, and supply chain management.
Southampton Business School (MSc) Dean Scholarship (UK)
The Southampton Business School (MSc) Dean Scholarship provides financial awards to home fee paying students studying eligible postgraduate master's programmes at the University of Southampton Business School. The scholarship offers two award levels: £9,000 for students who achieve a first-class or equivalent qualification in their undergraduate studies, and £5,000 for students who achieve a 2:1 or equivalent qualification. Students must be permanent residents in the UK, paying their own fees, and hold a conditional or unconditional offer to study an eligible course. No separate application is required - eligible students are automatically awarded the scholarship and notified by email. The scholarship covers a range of business-related master's programmes including accounting, finance, management, marketing, entrepreneurship, and supply chain management.
Biological Sciences Global Impact Scholarship
The Biological Sciences Global Impact Scholarship provides financial support to international students pursuing eligible postgraduate master's programmes in biological sciences at the University of Southampton. This merit-based scholarship offers awards of £5,000 or £3,000 off tuition fees, depending on the student's undergraduate academic achievement. Students achieving a first-class degree or equivalent qualification receive £5,000, while those with a 2:1 or equivalent receive £3,000. The scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students who meet the criteria, requiring no separate application. This funding opportunity aims to attract high-achieving international students to study biological sciences at Southampton and supports the university's commitment to global impact in this field.
Study in Art and Media Technology Scholarship
There are 14 scholarships available for UK postgraduate students studying an eligible course in the Department of Art and Media Technology at the University of Southampton. Successful applicants will have 50% of their tuition fees paid for the duration of their course. The scholarship is designed to support students pursuing postgraduate studies in art, curating, cultural leadership, and creative technologies. This is a competitive process where applications are reviewed based on course applications, portfolios, and personal statements. The scholarship aims to support students demonstrating intellectual curiosity and conceptual practice in their field.
HESPAL - Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians
These scholarships are offered by the British Council Palestine in partnership with the University of Southampton. They are for junior academics employed by Palestinian universities who want to study for a full-time master's degree at the University of Southampton. The scholarship is available for all master's programmes at the University. HESPAL aims to contribute to the creation of Palestine's next generation of senior academics, develop sustainable institutional links between Palestinian and UK universities, and support professional networks to sustain the scholar's longer-term career. The scholarship covers tuition fees, a monthly living allowance for up to 12 months, an arrival allowance, a thesis allowance, and an additional allowance for 2026 to contribute towards visa, health insurance and/or travel costs.
GREAT Scholarships 2026 – Nigeria
The GREAT Scholarships 2026 – Nigeria provides £10,000 off tuition fees for international students from Nigeria applying for any one-year in-person postgraduate master's course at the University of Southampton. This scholarship is offered in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign. Recipients must be permanent residents and passport holders of Nigeria with an offer to study an eligible postgraduate course. Scholars are expected to act as ambassadors for UK Higher Education, promoting the value of studying at a UK University, and demonstrate future contribution to capacity-building and socio-economic advancement through the benefits achieved after graduation. The scholarship aims to support talented Nigerian students in pursuing postgraduate education in the United Kingdom while fostering international educational partnerships.
GREAT Scholarships 2026 – Indonesia
The GREAT Scholarships 2026 for Indonesia is offered in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign. This scholarship provides £10,000 off tuition fees for Indonesian students applying for any one-year in-person postgraduate master's course at the University of Southampton. Recipients are expected to act as ambassadors for UK Higher Education by promoting the value of studying at a UK University and serve as scholarship advocates. They should also demonstrate future contribution to capacity-building and socio-economic advancement through the benefits achieved after graduation.
GREAT Scholarships 2026 – Ghana
The GREAT Scholarships 2026 for Ghana is offered in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign. This scholarship provides £10,000 off tuition fees for international students from Ghana applying for any one-year in-person MSc programme at the University of Southampton. Applicants must have an offer to study an eligible postgraduate course, hold a Ghanaian passport, and be a permanent resident of Ghana. Recipients are expected to act as ambassadors for UK Higher Education, promoting the value of studying at a UK university and demonstrating future contribution to capacity-building and socio-economic advancement in their home country after graduation.
GREAT Scholarships 2026 – France
The GREAT Scholarships 2026 for France provides £10,000 off tuition fees for eligible international students from France. This scholarship is offered in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign to support French students pursuing postgraduate education in the UK. The scholarship aims to promote UK higher education and support capacity-building through international educational exchange. Recipients are expected to act as ambassadors for UK higher education and demonstrate future contribution to socio-economic advancement in their home country after graduation.
GREAT Scholarships 2026 – Egypt
The GREAT Scholarships 2026 for Egypt is offered in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign to support Egyptian students pursuing postgraduate studies at the University of Southampton. The scholarship provides £10,000 off tuition fees for any one-year in-person MSc course. Recipients are expected to act as ambassadors for UK Higher Education, promoting the value of studying at a UK university and demonstrating future contribution to capacity-building and socio-economic advancement through the benefits achieved after graduation. This scholarship supports Egyptian students to access world-class postgraduate education and develop skills that can benefit their home country.
Commonwealth Master's Scholarships
The Commonwealth Master's Scholarships are offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission and funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). These scholarships are designed for students from eligible low and middle income Commonwealth countries who wish to pursue full-time taught master's degrees at UK universities. The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support including tuition fees, return travel costs, a monthly stipend, and an allowances package. Candidates are selected based on their potential to impact the development of their home country, academic merit, and the quality of their study plan. The scholarship supports study across a range of subject areas aligned with development themes including science and technology for development, strengthening health systems and capacity, promoting global prosperity, strengthening global peace, security and governance, strengthening resilience and response to crises, and access, inclusion and opportunity.
Chevening Scholarships
Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and partner organisations, Chevening provides fully funded scholarships for postgraduate study. The awards are typically for a one-year master's degree. Students will live and study in the UK for a year, during which time they will develop professionally and academically, grow their network, experience UK culture, and build lasting positive relationships. As well as the standard scholarships, there is also a Chevening-Southampton scholarship which is open to master's students from any eligible country who choose the University of Southampton as their first choice institution. The scholarship is designed for individuals with ambition, leadership qualities, and a strong academic background, leaving recipients free to focus on achieving their academic goals and enjoying the experience of a lifetime.
Vietnam Excellence Scholarship
The Vietnam Excellence Scholarship offers £4,000 off tuition fees for new international postgraduate students from Vietnam. The scholarship is available to students applying for in-person, full-time postgraduate master's programmes at the University of Southampton. The award is applied as a tuition fee reduction on the first year of study. Students who are already in receipt of another scholarship from the University will receive 50% of the Excellence Scholarship value, provided the combined awards do not exceed 100% of tuition fees. This scholarship is automatically awarded to eligible students who meet the criteria - no separate application is required. To qualify, students must be residents of Vietnam eligible to pay overseas tuition fees, have a conditional or unconditional offer to study any in-person, full-time postgraduate master's programme, and pay their tuition fee deposit by Tuesday 30 June 2026.
Thailand Excellence Scholarship
Thailand Excellence Scholarships of £4,000 off tuition fees are available to new international postgraduate students from Thailand applying for an in-person postgraduate master's programme at the University of Southampton. This scholarship is designed to support talented students from Thailand in pursuing their postgraduate education in the UK. The scholarship is awarded automatically to eligible students who meet the criteria and pay their tuition fee deposit by the deadline. The £4,000 is available as a tuition fee reduction on the first year of study. If students are already receiving another scholarship from the University of Southampton or become eligible for one, they will receive 50% of the value of the Excellence Scholarship award in addition to their other award, as long as the combined value does not exceed 100% of tuition fees.
Nigeria Excellence Scholarship
Nigeria Excellence Scholarships of £4,000 off tuition fees are available to new international postgraduate students from Nigeria applying for an in-person postgraduate master's programme at the University of Southampton. The scholarship is provided as a tuition fee reduction on the first year of study. If a student is already in receipt of a scholarship award from the University or becomes eligible for another scholarship award, 50% of the value of the Excellence Scholarship award will be applied on top of any other Southampton award as long as the combined value does not exceed 100% of tuition fees. Recipients must be residents of Nigeria who would be eligible to pay overseas tuition fees, have a conditional or unconditional offer to study any in-person, full-time, postgraduate master's programme, and pay their tuition fee deposit by Tuesday 30 June 2026.
India Excellence Scholarship
The India Excellence Scholarship is offered by the University of Southampton to support new international postgraduate students from India. The scholarship provides a tuition fee reduction of £4,000 for students enrolling in in-person, full-time postgraduate master's programmes. The award is applied to the first year of study and is automatically awarded to eligible students who meet the criteria. If students are already receiving or become eligible for another scholarship from the University, 50% of the Excellence Scholarship value will be applied, provided the combined awards do not exceed 100% of tuition fees. This scholarship aims to make postgraduate education more accessible to talented students from India who wish to pursue their master's degree at the University of Southampton.
Southampton Canadian Prestige Scholarship for Law
This scholarship is available to Canadian citizens enrolling in any undergraduate law programmes at the University of Southampton in 2026. The scholarship offers £1,000 for each year of study, awarded in two instalments per academic year. To continue receiving payments in future academic years, students must pass all their exams on the first attempt each year. The scholarship aims to support Canadian students pursuing undergraduate legal education at Southampton Law School.
Southampton University Corporate Civil Engineering Springboard Scheme (SUCCESS)
SUCCESS is an internship scheme that connects BEng and MEng Civil Engineering students with employers through summer internships, with the intention of creating longer-term relationships and improving employability prospects. The scheme offers salaried summer internships, potential bursaries or increased salaries in return for further commitment, and connections with relevant industry employers and mentors. The intention is to help students build long-term relationships with employers that could lead to further job opportunities. Students typically work for the employer during summer vacations (typically 8-10 weeks) whilst studying and are expected to maintain a suitable grade average (typically >60%) in line with employer expectations.
Engineering Global Talent Scholarship
The Engineering Global Talent Scholarship provides financial support to international students pursuing undergraduate degrees in the School of Engineering at the University of Southampton. Up to 5 scholarships of £2,000 are available for the first 3 years of study. The scholarship is designed to recognize and support talented international students studying in various engineering disciplines including aeronautical and astronautical engineering, civil engineering, maritime engineering, mechanical engineering, medical engineering, and the institute of sound and vibration research. To be eligible, applicants must have received a course offer, selected Southampton as their firm choice, be classified as international students paying overseas fees, and not be receiving any other external scholarship equal to or greater than their tuition fees. Applications are competitive and assessed based on academic merit, supporting statements, and qualifications.
Southampton Arts and Humanities Deans Global Talent Scholarship
The Southampton Arts and Humanities Deans Global Talent Scholarship offers financial support to international students applying to study undergraduate or postgraduate master's degrees in arts or humanities subjects at the University of Southampton. There are 40 scholarships available, each providing £10,000 towards tuition fees. For undergraduate students, the award covers each year of study, while for postgraduate students it covers the first year of study. The scholarship is designed to recognize global talent and support a diverse university community, with particular consideration for applicants from Least Developed Countries, Low Income, or Lower Middle Income countries. The selection process is highly competitive and involves five stages of shortlisting, with final decisions made by a panel chaired by the Dean of Arts and Humanities.
Ignite Your Success
Ignite Your Success is a comprehensive 3-year undergraduate programme at the University of Southampton for students from underrepresented backgrounds. This alumni-funded programme offers a blend of financial, academic, career, and personal opportunities to ensure students reach their full potential. The programme provides £3,000 awards and £10,000 bursaries distributed over three years of study, alongside tailored mentoring schemes, support accessing internships, social events with peers, and dedicated pastoral support. Key elements include peer and career mentoring, exclusive workshops, guaranteed paid internships in the first year, and a supportive community environment. The programme is designed to help students make key connections with peers, meet alumni and prospective employers, and receive insightful content from expert staff across the university including the Academic Skills Service, Student Wellbeing, Study Abroad, Financial Support Team, and the Careers, Employability and Student Enterprise Service.
Southampton Chemistry Deans International Scholarship
The Southampton Chemistry Deans International Scholarship provides financial support to international students applying to study Chemistry or Chemical Engineering at the University of Southampton. The scholarship offers £5,000 towards tuition fees in the first year of study. Three scholarships are available annually for students enrolling in either undergraduate or postgraduate master's degree programs. This competitive scholarship requires applicants to submit a detailed application including essays on career aspirations and how they would act as ambassadors for the university. The selection process involves four stages: eligibility verification, academic record assessment, candidate shortlisting, and final panel review.
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