Funding your studies - Study in the UK - Education - British Council



	If you're thinking of studying in the UK, our Education UK website provides you with an easy-to-search database of the courses on offer (including English language, degree and postgraduate courses).

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	Funding your studies

International students are given a warm welcome in the United Kingdom because of the cultural, political and developmental benefits they bring, while gaining skills which will be useful in their home countries. But everyone knows finding the money to study for an international qualification can be hard.

Sadly, the British Council is not a funding body but we would like to make your life easier. We have listed some of the many ways in which you can fund your studies in the UK. Find out which scholarships are available and how to get funding for the course you want to take.

Chevening

Are you under 35 and already experienced in your chosen career? This presitigious award could help fund your studies and introduce you to an influential global alumni. Find out more about becoming a Chevening scholar.

UK Scholarships Database

If you are an international student, wanting to study in the UK, our easy-to-use database can help you find the right award for your studies, whatever your level.

EDUCATION UK FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Use our Education UK website to find scholarships ranging from boarding school to postgraduate level. The site also has information on fees for all types of courses and how much studying in the UK is likely to cost.

Sources of funding guide

This basic guide gives you details about possible sources of funding (PDF 176KB) for international students, including information on scholarships schemes, fees and costs, useful links and addresses.

LINKS TO FURTHER FUNDING AND SUPPORT

We can help you find the best scholarship for your studies and connect you with information on education in the UK through our selection of web links.