A £7,000 Vice Chancellor’s Postgraduate International Scholarship at the University of Stirling is available for new international students starting eligible Master’s degrees in September 2027 or January 2028. Applicants must pay a £1,000 deposit by the specified date in the award letter to secure the offer. This tuition-fee waiver is open to self-funded students from all countries studying full-time at Stirling’s Scottish campus.
Application Deadline
- Multiple batches depending on intake:
- First batch: 1 Sep – 15 Dec 2026 → decision 21 Dec 2026 → deposit deadline 1 Feb 2027
- Second batch: 15 Dec 2026 – 28 Feb 2027 → decision 2 Mar 2027 → deposit deadline 1 Apr 2027
- Third batch: 1 Mar – 30 Apr 2027 → decision 3 May 2027 → deposit deadline 1 Jun 2027
- Final batch: 1 May – 15 Jun 2027 → decision 18 Jun 2027 → deposit deadline 15 Jul 2027
- Late batch (Jan 2028 intake): 16 Jun – 30 Oct 2027 → decision 2 Nov 2027 → deposit deadline 12 Nov 2027
Tell Me About The Scholarship
The Vice Chancellor’s Postgraduate International Scholarship at the University of Stirling, Scotland offers a £7,000 tuition‑fee waiver for new international students beginning eligible taught Master’s degrees. It is designed to attract ambitious students who are ready to “be the difference” both at Stirling and globally.
Which Fields are Eligible
- All full‑time taught Master’s programmes delivered on campus at Stirling.
- Online degrees and INTO Pre‑Masters progression are excluded.
Type
- Postgraduate Scholarship | Master’s | Tuition Fee Waiver | Scotland
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for an eligible Master’s programme.
- Be new students starting in Sep 2027 or Jan 2028.
- Be classed as international (including EU) fee payers.
- Be self‑funding (no external sponsorship or other scholarships).
- Pay the £1,000 deposit by the stated deadline to secure the award.
How Are Scholars Selected
- Based on academic merit and motivation.
- Applicants must demonstrate readiness to inspire and contribute to Stirling’s international community.
Which Countries are Eligible
- Global – all international and EU students.
Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken
- University of Stirling, Scotland, UK.
How Many Scholars
- Around 100 awards across September 2026 and January 2027 intakes; similar scale expected for 2027/28.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship
- £7,000 tuition‑fee waiver applied to first‑year Master’s fees.
- Reduces tuition (e.g., MSc TESOL ~£22,500 → ~£15,500 after waiver).
- No living stipend; accommodation, food, visa, and personal expenses remain the student’s responsibility.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last
- One year (first year of Master’s programme).
Required Documents
- Scholarship application form (separate from admission).
- Valid conditional/unconditional offer letter.
- Academic transcripts.
- English‑language evidence (IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 87, or equivalent).
- Passport copy.
How to Apply
- Choose an eligible Stirling Master’s programme.
- Apply for admission and secure an offer.
- Submit the Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship application during the correct batch window.
- If successful, pay the £1,000 deposit by the deadline.
- Complete admission and visa arrangements.
🌐 Visit the application webpage for details
