UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDINBURGH
Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIPS:
???? Undergraduate
Scholarships at the University of Edinburgh
1. Access Edinburgh
Scholarship (UK Students)
- Eligibility:
Open to full-time undergraduate students residing in the UK, particularly
those from low-income households, care-experienced, or estranged
backgrounds.
- Stipend:
The scholarship amount varies based on individual
circumstances and financial need.
- Additional
Support: Recipients
may also be eligible for other Access Awards.
2. Merit-Based
Scholarships (UK Students)
- Eligibility: Awarded
to students demonstrating exceptional academic performance.
- Stipend: Amounts
vary depending on the specific scholarship and academic achievement.
- Fields: Available
across various disciplines, including Science and Engineering.
3. Robertson
International Scholarships (International Students)
- Eligibility: Open to
international undergraduate students (excluding UK citizens) commencing
studies in the School of History, Classics, and Archaeology.
- Stipend: £1,400 per annum.
- Application Deadline: 1 May 2025.
4. Edinburgh Global
Undergraduate Mathematics Scholarships (International Students)
- Eligibility: International applicants
demonstrating outstanding academic performance in mathematics.
- Stipend: £5,000 per annum, paid in
instalments as contributions to living costs.
5. Asylum Seeker
Scholarship (International Students)
- Eligibility: Available to undergraduate
students seeking asylum, with limited financial means.
- Stipend: Covers tuition fees and
provides living cost support.
- Awards Available: Up to 4
scholarships for the 2025–2026 academic year.
???? Application Process
- UK Students: Applications for the Access
Edinburgh Scholarship and merit-based scholarships can be submitted
through the University's scholarship portal.
- International Students: Applications for scholarships like the Robertson
International Scholarship and the Edinburgh Global Undergraduate
Mathematics Scholarship are available on the University's official
website.
- Required Documents: Typically include academic transcripts, a personal
statement, proof of eligibility (e.g., financial documents or asylum
status), and references.
????Graduate Scholarships:
1. Edinburgh Doctoral
College Scholarships
- Eligibility: Open to both UK and
international students commencing their first year of a PhD program in the
2025–2026 academic session.
- Award: Covers full tuition fees and
provides a stipend equivalent to the UKRI minimum rate, approximately
£19,237 per year. The scholarship is tenable for 3 to 4 years, subject to
satisfactory progress.
2. GREAT Scholarships
- Eligibility: Available to nationals and
residents of India, Nigeria, Spain, Mexico, and Thailand who are accepted
for admission on a full-time basis for an eligible one-year on-campus
postgraduate master's program.
- Award: £10,000 towards tuition fees.
3. Graduate Scholarship
Scheme
- Eligibility: Applicable to both home and
overseas students who are self-funding their postgraduate degree tuition
fees.
- Award: Provides a discount on the
self-funding element of tuition fees. Note that this does not cover any
portion of the tuition fee already funded by another source.
4. India Merit
Scholarship
- Eligibility: Open to academically gifted
postgraduate taught (PGT) master's students from India enrolling in
on-campus programs for the 2024/25 academic year.
- Award: £5,000 towards tuition fees,
applicable for the first year of study only.
5. John Orr Award
- Eligibility: Open to all nationalities
pursuing postgraduate studies in Romance Literature, Language, and
Dialect.
- Award: £2,300 per annum.
6. Edinburgh Surgery
Online Global Scholarships
- Eligibility: Open to selected nationals
enrolling in eligible online postgraduate programs in surgery.
- Award: Covers full tuition fees.
7. Chevening Scholarships
- Eligibility: Available to high-caliber
graduates from over 140 countries, including India, Nigeria, and others,
demonstrating leadership potential
- Award: Typically covers full tuition
fees, living stipend, and return airfare.
8. Sidney Perry
Foundation Grants
- Eligibility: Open to students in financial
need, including overseas students studying in the UK, regardless of
nationality.
- Award: Provides grants to assist
with educational expenses; amounts vary based on individual circumstances.
Application Process:
- Most
scholarships require applicants to have received an offer of admission to
a postgraduate program at the University of Edinburgh.
- Application
deadlines and procedures vary; it's essential to consult the specific
scholarship's webpage for detailed information.
- Required
documents typically include academic transcripts, a personal statement,
references, and proof of eligibility (e.g., nationality, financial need).
Courses
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Eligibility criteria
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR UNDERGRADUATES:
UK
(Home/National) Students
✅ Eligibility:
- Academic Qualifications:
- Scottish Students:
Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers (usually AAAA–AABB or similar).
- Rest of UK:
A-Levels (typically AAB–A*AA depending on course).
- BTEC and IB
are also accepted depending on course.
- English Language:
GCSE English at Grade C/4 or higher.
???? International
Students
✅ Eligibility:
- Academic Qualifications:
Accepted equivalents from many countries. Examples:
- India:
Higher Secondary Certificate with minimum 80%–90% in relevant subjects.
- USA:
High school diploma + SAT/ACT + AP exams (usually 3–5 APs at grade 4 or
5).
- IB Diploma:
34–38 points with specific Higher Level subject scores.
- Other countries:
Reviewed individually by the admissions office.
- English Language Requirements
(if English is not your first language):
- IELTS:
6.5 band overall (min 5.5 in each section)
- TOEFL iBT:
92 overall (with section minimums)
- Cambridge English Advanced:
Grade B or higher
???? TUITION FEES (2025/26)
|
Category |
Approx. Annual Fee |
|
Scottish Students |
£1,820 (paid by SAAS for eligible
students) |
|
Rest of UK (England, Wales, NI) |
£9,535 |
|
International Students |
£21,500 – £37,500 depending on the
course: |
|
Arts & Humanities |
~£21,500 |
|
Science & Engineering |
~£28,000 |
|
Medicine/Veterinary |
~£37,500 |
????️ REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (All
Applicants)
- Academic Transcripts
– Certified school records or predicted grades.
- Personal Statement
– Why you're applying, career goals, passion for subject.
- Academic Reference
– Usually a teacher or school counselor.
- Proof of English Proficiency
(if required).
- Passport Copy
– For identity and visa processing (international students).
- UCAS Application
– All undergraduate applications must be submitted through
ELIGIBILITY
CRITERIA FOR GRADUATES
UK
(Home/National) Students
✅ Eligibility:
- Academic
Qualifications:
- A
UK undergraduate degree (usually a 2:1 or equivalent) in a relevant
field. Some programs may accept a lower classification (2:2), but this
varies by course.
- English
Language Proficiency:
- If
English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of
English proficiency. The University typically requires:
- IELTS: 6.5–7.0 band overall (depending
on the course), with no component below 5.5–6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: 92 overall (with section
minimums of 20–23).
- Cambridge English Advanced: Grade B
or higher.
???? International
Students
✅ Eligibility:
- Academic Qualifications:
- A
recognized undergraduate degree from your home country, usually
equivalent to a UK 2:1 (second-class upper) degree.
- For
instance:
- India: A bachelor’s degree with
a minimum of 55–60% (varies by course).
- USA: A bachelor’s degree with
a GPA of 3.0–3.5.
- China: A bachelor's degree with
a minimum of 80–85%.
- Other
countries: The admissions office will review academic records and
equivalent qualifications.
- English Language Proficiency: (same as
UK students if applicable):
- IELTS Academic: Overall
6.5–7.0, depending on course.
- TOEFL iBT: 92, with a minimum in each
section.
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE):
Grade B or higher.
???? TUITION FEES (2025/26)
|
Category |
Approx. Annual Fee |
|
UK (Home) Students |
£10,000 – £30,000, depending on the programme (for example: MBA, MSc in
Business or Engineering). |
|
International Students |
£21,500 – £38,000 depending on the programme: |
|
– Arts, Humanities, Social
Sciences |
~£21,500 – £24,000 |
|
– Science & Engineering |
~£28,000 – £32,000 |
|
– Medicine, Veterinary |
Up to £38,000 |
- Note: Fees vary by course. Some
high-cost programmes (e.g., medicine, business, and veterinary science)
have higher fees.
????️ REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (All
Applicants)
- Academic Transcripts – Official
records of previous education.
- Degree Certificate – Proof of
completed or expected undergraduate degree.
- Personal Statement – A written
statement describing your motivations for applying, academic interests,
and career aspirations.
- Recommendation Letters – Usually from
academic or professional referees who can speak to your potential for
success in the chosen programme.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
– If applicable.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Required for
some programmes, particularly professional courses like business or law.
- Passport Copy – For
international applicants.
- Portfolio (if required) – For creative
courses like Architecture or Fine Arts.
- Online Application Form – Complete the
application through the University's Postgraduate Application Portal.
Application Process:
- Submit Online Application: Create an
account on the University’s application portal. Apply for the desired
programme.
- Pay the Application Fee (if applicable):
Some courses may require a non-refundable application fee.
- Provide Required Documents: Upload
your academic transcripts, personal statement, reference letters, etc.
- Interview (if required): Some courses may
require an interview or additional assessment, particularly for
competitive programs (e.g., MBA, clinical psychology).
- Wait for an Offer: If you're
successful, you’ll receive an offer letter. You will need to accept or
decline the offer before proceeding to the next steps (visa, funding,
etc.).
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SCHOLARSHIPS:
???? Undergraduate
Scholarships at the University of Edinburgh
1. Access Edinburgh
Scholarship (UK Students)
- Eligibility:
Open to full-time undergraduate students residing in the UK, particularly
those from low-income households, care-experienced, or estranged
backgrounds.
- Stipend:
The scholarship amount varies based on individual
circumstances and financial need.
- Additional
Support: Recipients
may also be eligible for other Access Awards.
2. Merit-Based
Scholarships (UK Students)
- Eligibility: Awarded
to students demonstrating exceptional academic performance.
- Stipend: Amounts
vary depending on the specific scholarship and academic achievement.
- Fields: Available
across various disciplines, including Science and Engineering.
3. Robertson
International Scholarships (International Students)
- Eligibility: Open to
international undergraduate students (excluding UK citizens) commencing
studies in the School of History, Classics, and Archaeology.
- Stipend: £1,400 per annum.
- Application Deadline: 1 May 2025.
4. Edinburgh Global
Undergraduate Mathematics Scholarships (International Students)
- Eligibility: International applicants
demonstrating outstanding academic performance in mathematics.
- Stipend: £5,000 per annum, paid in
instalments as contributions to living costs.
5. Asylum Seeker
Scholarship (International Students)
- Eligibility: Available to undergraduate
students seeking asylum, with limited financial means.
- Stipend: Covers tuition fees and
provides living cost support.
- Awards Available: Up to 4
scholarships for the 2025–2026 academic year.
???? Application Process
- UK Students: Applications for the Access
Edinburgh Scholarship and merit-based scholarships can be submitted
through the University's scholarship portal.
- International Students: Applications for scholarships like the Robertson
International Scholarship and the Edinburgh Global Undergraduate
Mathematics Scholarship are available on the University's official
website.
- Required Documents: Typically include academic transcripts, a personal
statement, proof of eligibility (e.g., financial documents or asylum
status), and references.
????Graduate Scholarships:
1. Edinburgh Doctoral
College Scholarships
- Eligibility: Open to both UK and
international students commencing their first year of a PhD program in the
2025–2026 academic session.
- Award: Covers full tuition fees and
provides a stipend equivalent to the UKRI minimum rate, approximately
£19,237 per year. The scholarship is tenable for 3 to 4 years, subject to
satisfactory progress.
2. GREAT Scholarships
- Eligibility: Available to nationals and
residents of India, Nigeria, Spain, Mexico, and Thailand who are accepted
for admission on a full-time basis for an eligible one-year on-campus
postgraduate master's program.
- Award: £10,000 towards tuition fees.
3. Graduate Scholarship
Scheme
- Eligibility: Applicable to both home and
overseas students who are self-funding their postgraduate degree tuition
fees.
- Award: Provides a discount on the
self-funding element of tuition fees. Note that this does not cover any
portion of the tuition fee already funded by another source.
4. India Merit
Scholarship
- Eligibility: Open to academically gifted
postgraduate taught (PGT) master's students from India enrolling in
on-campus programs for the 2024/25 academic year.
- Award: £5,000 towards tuition fees,
applicable for the first year of study only.
5. John Orr Award
- Eligibility: Open to all nationalities
pursuing postgraduate studies in Romance Literature, Language, and
Dialect.
- Award: £2,300 per annum.
6. Edinburgh Surgery
Online Global Scholarships
- Eligibility: Open to selected nationals
enrolling in eligible online postgraduate programs in surgery.
- Award: Covers full tuition fees.
7. Chevening Scholarships
- Eligibility: Available to high-caliber
graduates from over 140 countries, including India, Nigeria, and others,
demonstrating leadership potential
- Award: Typically covers full tuition
fees, living stipend, and return airfare.
8. Sidney Perry
Foundation Grants
- Eligibility: Open to students in financial
need, including overseas students studying in the UK, regardless of
nationality.
- Award: Provides grants to assist
with educational expenses; amounts vary based on individual circumstances.
Application Process:
- Most
scholarships require applicants to have received an offer of admission to
a postgraduate program at the University of Edinburgh.
- Application
deadlines and procedures vary; it's essential to consult the specific
scholarship's webpage for detailed information.
- Required
documents typically include academic transcripts, a personal statement,
references, and proof of eligibility (e.g., nationality, financial need).
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR UNDERGRADUATES:
UK
(Home/National) Students
✅ Eligibility:
- Academic Qualifications:
- Scottish Students:
Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers (usually AAAA–AABB or similar).
- Rest of UK:
A-Levels (typically AAB–A*AA depending on course).
- BTEC and IB
are also accepted depending on course.
- English Language:
GCSE English at Grade C/4 or higher.
???? International
Students
✅ Eligibility:
- Academic Qualifications:
Accepted equivalents from many countries. Examples:
- India:
Higher Secondary Certificate with minimum 80%–90% in relevant subjects.
- USA:
High school diploma + SAT/ACT + AP exams (usually 3–5 APs at grade 4 or
5).
- IB Diploma:
34–38 points with specific Higher Level subject scores.
- Other countries:
Reviewed individually by the admissions office.
- English Language Requirements
(if English is not your first language):
- IELTS:
6.5 band overall (min 5.5 in each section)
- TOEFL iBT:
92 overall (with section minimums)
- Cambridge English Advanced:
Grade B or higher
???? TUITION FEES (2025/26)
|
Category |
Approx. Annual Fee |
|
Scottish Students |
£1,820 (paid by SAAS for eligible
students) |
|
Rest of UK (England, Wales, NI) |
£9,535 |
|
International Students |
£21,500 – £37,500 depending on the
course: |
|
Arts & Humanities |
~£21,500 |
|
Science & Engineering |
~£28,000 |
|
Medicine/Veterinary |
~£37,500 |
????️ REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (All
Applicants)
- Academic Transcripts
– Certified school records or predicted grades.
- Personal Statement
– Why you're applying, career goals, passion for subject.
- Academic Reference
– Usually a teacher or school counselor.
- Proof of English Proficiency
(if required).
- Passport Copy
– For identity and visa processing (international students).
- UCAS Application
– All undergraduate applications must be submitted through
ELIGIBILITY
CRITERIA FOR GRADUATES
UK
(Home/National) Students
✅ Eligibility:
- Academic
Qualifications:
- A
UK undergraduate degree (usually a 2:1 or equivalent) in a relevant
field. Some programs may accept a lower classification (2:2), but this
varies by course.
- English
Language Proficiency:
- If
English is not your first language, you will need to provide proof of
English proficiency. The University typically requires:
- IELTS: 6.5–7.0 band overall (depending
on the course), with no component below 5.5–6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: 92 overall (with section
minimums of 20–23).
- Cambridge English Advanced: Grade B
or higher.
???? International
Students
✅ Eligibility:
- Academic Qualifications:
- A
recognized undergraduate degree from your home country, usually
equivalent to a UK 2:1 (second-class upper) degree.
- For
instance:
- India: A bachelor’s degree with
a minimum of 55–60% (varies by course).
- USA: A bachelor’s degree with
a GPA of 3.0–3.5.
- China: A bachelor's degree with
a minimum of 80–85%.
- Other
countries: The admissions office will review academic records and
equivalent qualifications.
- English Language Proficiency: (same as
UK students if applicable):
- IELTS Academic: Overall
6.5–7.0, depending on course.
- TOEFL iBT: 92, with a minimum in each
section.
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE):
Grade B or higher.
???? TUITION FEES (2025/26)
|
Category |
Approx. Annual Fee |
|
UK (Home) Students |
£10,000 – £30,000, depending on the programme (for example: MBA, MSc in
Business or Engineering). |
|
International Students |
£21,500 – £38,000 depending on the programme: |
|
– Arts, Humanities, Social
Sciences |
~£21,500 – £24,000 |
|
– Science & Engineering |
~£28,000 – £32,000 |
|
– Medicine, Veterinary |
Up to £38,000 |
- Note: Fees vary by course. Some
high-cost programmes (e.g., medicine, business, and veterinary science)
have higher fees.
????️ REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (All
Applicants)
- Academic Transcripts – Official
records of previous education.
- Degree Certificate – Proof of
completed or expected undergraduate degree.
- Personal Statement – A written
statement describing your motivations for applying, academic interests,
and career aspirations.
- Recommendation Letters – Usually from
academic or professional referees who can speak to your potential for
success in the chosen programme.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency
– If applicable.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Required for
some programmes, particularly professional courses like business or law.
- Passport Copy – For
international applicants.
- Portfolio (if required) – For creative
courses like Architecture or Fine Arts.
- Online Application Form – Complete the
application through the University's Postgraduate Application Portal.
Application Process:
- Submit Online Application: Create an
account on the University’s application portal. Apply for the desired
programme.
- Pay the Application Fee (if applicable):
Some courses may require a non-refundable application fee.
- Provide Required Documents: Upload
your academic transcripts, personal statement, reference letters, etc.
- Interview (if required): Some courses may
require an interview or additional assessment, particularly for
competitive programs (e.g., MBA, clinical psychology).
- Wait for an Offer: If you're
successful, you’ll receive an offer letter. You will need to accept or
decline the offer before proceeding to the next steps (visa, funding,
etc.).