Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL)
Not specified
Feb 27, 2026
United Kingdom
individual
About This Opportunity
The HESPAL programme is a unique scholarship scheme supporting the capacity-building of academics and the institutional development of higher education institutions in Palestine. It aims to foster renewed and sustainable links between Palestinian and UK universities and create lasting professional networks. The British Council Palestine and the University of Bath will jointly support up to three Master's Scholarships for September 2026. The scholarship covers academic tuition fees through fee waivers, a monthly stipend, arrival and thesis allowance, and an allowance to contribute towards visa, health and travel costs. This scheme is specifically available to academic staff in Palestinian universities to study a Master's at Bath, with a particular focus on Palestinians from the Gaza strip.
Who Can Apply
- Region
- United Kingdom
- Citizenship
- PS
- Residency
- PS
- Project in
- United Kingdom
- Applicants
- individual
- Organizations
- academic
Application Details
Stages
- 1 two_stage
Required documents
Review process
Prospective applicants must be nominated by their Palestinian university and complete the HESPAL application form as well as apply for their chosen master's course at Bath. Nominations are submitted to the British Council Palestine, and selection is coordinated between the British Council and UK partner universities.
Additional benefits
- travel_support
- housing
Restrictions
- employment_restrictions
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- Award Amount
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- Application Deadline
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February 27, 2026 at 23:59 UTCDeadline passed
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