Scholarships and funding

Studying in the UK might cost less than you think, especially when you think of the real value a UK qualification provides. The value is in what you can also get from living and studying in the UK – better English, work experience, developing skills in how to think – not what to think – and making new friends and contacts. There are numerous scholarships available and lots of information to help you take the first steps to an internationally-recognised qualification.


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Hikers taking in the view across Ullswater from hilltop near Martindale in the Lake District © britainonview (Rod Edwards)

To help you look for a scholarship, our online database contains approximately 270 individual awards from UK education institutions, charities and professional bodies. Search now to find a scholarship for you.

British Chevening Scholarships

British Chevening Scholarship, image © Foreign Commonwealth Office (FCO)

The Chevening Scholarships Programme is financed by the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). Administered by the British Council, the programme offers outstanding graduates and young professionals - the future leadership generation - the opportunity to study at British universities. Read here for more details.

Applications for 2010/11 academic year is now opened. Closing date is 18 January 2010.

Scholarships for overseas study awarded by Singaporean statutory board and organisations

Scrolls with Education UK ribbons, image © British Council Singapore

Students are advised to look out for information in The Straits Times Scholarship Supplements, which are published from January to March. Visit the Scholars' Choice website for more details.

Sources of funding

River Tay, The Hermitage, Tayside, Scotland © britainonview

The British Council and UKCISA – the Council for International Education – have collaborated to produce a free booklet for international students on how to find sources of funding for UK study. Download or view this booklet here:

Sources of funding for international students (190 KB)

(This link is to a PDF file which you will need Adobe Reader to view.)

Course fees

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UK course fees vary depending on what you are going to study and for how long. Check out more information on the fees for each type of course.

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