The SOAS Master’s Scholarship (International) is offering over 150 International Master’s Scholarships valued at £8,000 in the form of tuition fee waivers to new students beginning their studies in the 2026/27 academic year.
Application Deadline:
- First round: 28 February 2026 (GMT, 11:59 pm)
- Second round: 30 April 2026 (BST, 11:59 pm)
- Third round: 30 June 2026 (BST, 11:59 pm)
Tell Me About The Award:
The SOAS Master’s Scholarship (International) is designed to recognise and reward outstanding overseas applicants beginning postgraduate taught programmes in the 2026/27 academic year. SOAS is offering over 150 scholarships valued at £8,000 each, awarded as tuition fee waivers.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
- All full-time postgraduate taught (on-campus) programmes at SOAS.
- Exclusions:
- Joint partnership programmes.
- Scholarships applied only to the first year of a two-year programme.
Type:
- Postgraduate Taught Scholarship | Tuition Fee Waiver (£8,000)
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Hold an offer for a full-time postgraduate taught programme at SOAS.
- Be classified as an overseas fee-paying student.
- Hold at least a UK upper second-class (2:1) degree or international equivalent.
- Not be in receipt of another SOAS scholarship or a full-fee scholarship/sponsorship from another source.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Based on academic merit and eligibility criteria.
- Applicants must apply for admission and scholarship by the relevant deadline.
- Successful applicants are notified within 10 working days of each deadline.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All international (overseas fee-paying) students.
Where will the Award be Taken?
- SOAS University of London, United Kingdom.
How Many Awards?
- Over 150 scholarships available.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- £8,000 tuition fee waiver applied to the first year of study.
- Recognition of academic excellence.
- Opportunity to join SOAS’s diverse postgraduate community.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- One academic year (first year of study only).
How to Apply:
- Apply for admission to a postgraduate taught programme at SOAS by the scholarship deadline.
- Submit a scholarship application via the admissions portal (requires course application first to obtain login credentials).
- Pay the CAS deposit of £4,000 if awarded, as part of the acceptance conditions.
