Posted: January 26, 2026
Application Deadlines
- February 1, 2026
- May 1, 2026
- July 15, 2026
These are key dates for scholarship consideration—apply for admission early to meet the earliest deadlines for September 2026 or January 2027 entry. The scholarship is awarded automatically to eligible admitted students.
Eligible Applicants
Exclusively for international students (non-UK fee status, including EU where applicable).
Study Level
Postgraduate taught (Master’s degrees)
Fields of Study
Any full-time Master’s program offered at the University of Stirling—no subject restrictions (campus-based only; online programs excluded).
Scholarship Benefits
- Tuition fee waiver: £7,000 (applied in the first year of study)
- Number of awards: Up to 100 for September 2026 and January 2027 intakes combined
This merit-based award helps reduce tuition costs for outstanding self-funded international students joining the university’s vibrant, diverse community.
Program Overview
The University of Stirling proudly presents the Vice-Chancellor’s Postgraduate International Scholarship to welcome top international talent to its campus in Scotland. This £7,000 tuition fee discount supports new, full-time Master’s students starting in September 2026 or January 2027. It’s designed to attract high-achieving individuals who will enrich the university’s global community while pursuing advanced studies in any field.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, you must:
- Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for an eligible full-time postgraduate taught program at the University of Stirling (applications without an offer won’t be reviewed)
- Pay a £1,000 scholarship deposit by the deadline specified in your scholarship offer letter to confirm acceptance
- Be a new incoming student commencing studies in September 2026 or January 2027
- Be classified as an international student for tuition fee purposes
- Be fully self-funded (not receiving external sponsorship, government funding, or other duplicative scholarships/awards)
- Enroll directly into a full-time, on-campus Master’s program at the Stirling campus (no online or distance learning options qualify)
- Not combine this with other University of Stirling scholarships—if multiple awards are offered, only the highest-value one applies
- Not be progressing from an INTO Pre-Masters program (though INTO Progression scholarships may be available separately)
How to Apply
No separate scholarship application is required—the award is automatically considered once you receive an offer of admission.
- Apply for admission to your chosen Master’s program via the University of Stirling’s online portal
- Upon receiving a conditional/unconditional offer, you’ll be assessed for the scholarship automatically
- If selected, pay the £1,000 deposit by the given deadline to secure the £7,000 waiver
Official Details & Admission Application: University of Stirling – Vice-Chancellor’s Postgraduate International Scholarship
For program applications and more scholarships: Visit the main Stirling scholarships page.
This £7,000 tuition discount is a great boost for self-funded international Master’s students—especially appealing for those from West Africa or Benin seeking quality UK education in a supportive Scottish campus environment. Secure your admission offer soon to be in line for the next deadline!
Questions about eligibility or the process? Comment below or check the official Stirling link for updates.