Schemes and scholarships

There are a number of programmes which offer funding either through individual institutions or government initiatives.

As well as reading the information contained on this website, you should also contact individual Higher Education Institutions for details about their own funding and scholarships.

Individual Scholarships

A number of scholarships are available primarily for postgraduate students.

However in some special circumstances applications for undergraduate study may be considered under the Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowship Plan and DFID Shared Scholarship Scheme.

You can search a list of scholarships on the British Council scholarship database: www.educationuk.org/scholarships 

If you can obtain guaranteed part-time work at a publicly funded institution of further or higher education, the earnings from this can be taken into account by the entry clearance officer when considering if you have sufficient funds.

You should contact your university/college to find out if they have any such work or if they can suggest where you may look for it.

You can also find out about the Scottish International Scholarship Programme  

Sponsorship

If you know any private individual who is prepared to sponsor you, this is acceptable.

When applying for entry clearance, you must be able to produce a letter from the sponsor confirming his/her willingness and ability to support you.

It can be helpful if they state why they are willing to sponsor you.

This must be supported by evidence of your sponsor’s financial resources covering at least three months prior to your application being made; this can include original bank statements, payslips, and evidence of assets.