Scottish Scholarship

The British government and other UK organisations offer a range of international student scholarships and awards for studying in Scotland – particularly if you are a postgraduate student. We’ve provided some information below on the main UK scholarship schemes for international postgraduate study - you can also search and apply for scholarships in the scholarship finder on the Education UK website.

Saltire Scholarships

Under Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships scheme, 200 awards are available to postgraduate master’s students from Canada, China, India and the USA. This is part of the Scottish Government's continuing support for the 'brightest and best' students to come and study in Scotland.

Royal Society Fellowships

The Royal Society offers incoming fellowships for researchers from North America and Asia. The aim is to attract outstanding postdoctoral scientists to undertake research at a UK laboratory. The fellowships are available for up to two years for the USA and Canada and up to one year if you are from Asia.

Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP)

The CSFP is aimed at Commonwealth citizens who can make a significant contribution to their home country after studying in the UK. CSFP Scholarships are usually for between one and three years. They cover the cost of travel to and from the UK, tuition fees and living expenses.

British Chevening Scholarships

The British Chevening Scholarship scheme aims to bring future leaders, decision-makers and opinion-formers to the UK for a period of postgraduate study. To be eligible, you should have a proven record of success and have the potential to rise to a position of power and influence in your chosen career. They cover all or part of the cost of a one-year postgraduate course in the UK.

Thinking about applying for a scholarship?

Go to Scotland Scholarship for more information.