Scholarship opportunities

The World Education Foundation Scholarship supports high-achieving students pursuing higher education across all eligible programmes. The scholarship listing indicates that it is open to a broad range of study levels, including bachelor’s, master’s and MBA pathways, and the award is designed to help students who have demonstrated strong academic performance before university. The scholarship value is listed as a 100% tuition fee waiver, with a note that awards may differ by discipline: arts and business faculties are associated with US$5,000, while engineering and science disciplines are associated with US$5,500. The page also states that all programmes are eligible, making this a broadly available scholarship rather than one limited to a single subject area. Eligibility is based on strong pre-university results, including recognised qualifications such as Edexcel, GCSE, Cambridge International Exams, or the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. The page also notes that students in financial need, artists, disabled persons, spouses or siblings, and females may be eligible, and that recipients are expected to maintain strong academic performance after receiving the award.

The GoSkills “Be the Boss” Scholarship supports young women who want to build or grow a business. It is open to female students and aspiring entrepreneurs in high school, college, university, or other educational and non-traditional pathways, and applicants can be based anywhere in the world. The scholarship is designed for people with a business idea or a newly launched venture, as well as current founders who want support to take their next step. Selected applicants receive a $2,000 USD scholarship award. The funding can be used as educational support or as seed money to help launch or expand a business. Applications are free, and winners are chosen based on the strength of the business plan, feasibility of the idea, evidence of initiative, and demonstrated entrepreneurial commitment. To apply, candidates complete an online form and provide their name, contact details, school information, social link, business plan link, and a statement confirming that the idea is original. The scholarship runs on two application rounds each year, giving applicants repeated chances to apply.

The University of St Andrews Access Award is a means-tested scholarship designed to help prospective undergraduate students with the cost of studying. It provides non-repayable financial support based on household income and demonstrated need, rather than academic merit alone. Depending on a student’s circumstances, the award can include maintenance support, a contribution towards university or private accommodation, and a sports membership discount. The page also notes that some applicants may be considered for additional Wardlaw or Robertson Trust-linked support, and that widening participation applicants are especially encouraged to apply. Applications are made through the University of St Andrews My Application portal after a course application has been submitted. Applicants do not need to wait for an offer before applying, but they do need login details before accessing the scholarship form. The scheme is only open to eligible undergraduate applicants with Home or Rest of UK fee status, and it excludes ScotGEM MBChB and distance learning study.

The University of Exeters Undergraduate funding and scholarships page summarises the range of financial support available to students arriving at university for the first time. The page explains merit-based scholarships and non-competitive bursaries to help those from lower household incomes, plus specialist schemes such as the Sanctuary Scholarship for asylum seekers and refugees, sports and choral scholarships, and targeted entrance awards for applicants with regional or school links. There is detailed information on means-tested awards such as the Access to Exeter Bursary (ATE) with household-income bands and annual payment amounts for 2026/27, care-leaver and estranged-student bursaries, travel scholarships (including study-abroad awards), and short-term hardship funding. The page also describes eligibility rules and application processes for specific awards (for example Entrance Scholarship criteria and how to request application forms). Additional support and services are referenced, including Disabled Students Allowance, travel and bus bursaries for Penryn Campus students, the Student Carers Travel Fund (maximum 400 per year) and contacts for enquiries (Student Information Desk / admissions-scholarships email addresses). The page is intended for prospective and incoming undergraduate students (including mature students) and signposts how entitlement is assessed and how to apply or request application forms.

The TSC Post-16 Football Scholarship is a two-year, full-time football and education programme for ambitious players ready to take their game to the next level. The programme combines high-quality coaching, regular competitive fixtures and formal study so players can progress within football pathways or pursue further education and employment opportunities. Players train 2-3 times per week under UEFA-qualified coaches at Ramsgate FC’s WW Martin Community Stadium. The programme operates two playing pathways (Development Squad in the Kent Academies League and an Elite Squad in the National Youth Alliance League), with match footage, analysis and individual development plans used to track and accelerate player progress. The Elite pathway is delivered in partnership with Ramsgate FC and offers clear routes into semi-professional and professional environments, including opportunities to be monitored by first-team staff. Education is integrated into the timetable via partner providers St George’s C of E School and Sports Connect, where players can study A Levels, BTECs or vocational courses alongside their football. Player benefits include coaching from UEFA-qualified staff, a Nike kit package, a free FA Level 1 coaching badge, specialist goalkeeper sessions, participation in national competitions (including FA Youth Cup) and annual European tours. Applicants join via an online form and attend trial dates; successful players must enrol with one of the named education providers.

The International Excellence Award at the University of Surrey is a competitive scholarship that provides a £5,000 tuition fee waiver to selected self-funded international students beginning a full-time undergraduate (bachelor's) degree. The award recognises academic excellence and is decided by a scholarship panel that assesses previous academic performance, predicted grades and the personal statement. Applicants must hold an offer for first-year entry (FHEQ Level 4) and Surrey must be their firm choice on UCAS. The scholarship is available only to overseas fee-paying students, excludes part-time and distance-learning courses, and is not open to students from the Surrey International Study Centre (SISC). Applicants must apply for the scholarship before a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is issued; awards cannot be applied after CAS allocation. Recipients cannot hold any other Surrey scholarship and the award is not deferrable; deferred applicants must reapply subject to availability. Applications are reviewed monthly for September 2026 entry. For September 2026 entry the main-cycle scholarship deadline (20 July 2026) has passed, but Clearing applications are open from 1 August 2026 and close on 25 August 2026. For queries, contact the International Recruitment team at international@surrey.ac.uk.

The Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship Home is a 3,000 award for high-achieving home applicants who make Lancaster University their firm UCAS choice for entry in 2026. The scholarship recognises outstanding entry grades and commitment to joining Lancaster by placing the university as the firm choice. The award is available across all full-time undergraduate degree programmes offered fully on campus at Lancaster Universitys Bailrigg campus. Eligibility is based on academic grades: applicants must achieve A*AA or above at A level (or an equivalent alternative qualification) and hold at least five GCSEs at grade A/7 or above. Applicants must be Home fee-paying and apply as full-time students. International fee-paying applicants are directed to a separate International Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship. There is no separate application process: eligible students are identified automatically through their university application, provided they make Lancaster their firm choice. The 3,000 award is paid in two equal instalments during the recipients first year of study. The scholarship may be combined with the Lancaster Bursary and other departmental awards where applicable.

The Immerse Education Bursary Programme provides financial assistance for motivated school students who otherwise could not attend Immerse Education summer programmes. Awards are granted based on household income and academic potential and are open to students from all school types worldwide. Applicants must be aged between 13 and 18 at the start of their chosen programme session. Applications are open year-round and are reviewed monthly by the Bursary Selection Committee. The application requires a written essay (maximum 500 words), a short video (maximum 3 minutes), and financial verification documents submitted together in a single form. Financial verification documents must be submitted in .docx, .pdf or .jpg format and written in English. Applicants are advised to draft their essay in advance as forms cannot be saved mid-completion. Successful applicants may be offered full or partial bursaries covering up to 100% of the programme participation fee. Bursaries apply only to Immerse Education summer programmes (online or residential) and are not redeemable for cash. Successful applicants will be given a deadline to confirm their place once an offer is made.

The Future Talent Award is a scholarship sponsored by BAE Systems (Submarines) in partnership with the University of Cumbria for selected undergraduate degree programmes in Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science. The award offers a non-repayable bursary of up to A38,000, a 12-week paid placement (subject to eligibility) and a guaranteed interview as part of the programme benefits.

The scholarship is available to students who hold an offer from the University of Cumbria for one of the qualifying programmes (BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering; BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year; BSc (Hons) Computer Science). Applicants must be UK nationals and will be required to complete security clearance; some roles have export control and higher vetting requirements which may necessitate extended continuous UK residency.

How to apply: the application process begins after you receive and accept an offer from the University of Cumbria for an eligible programme. Information and application instructions will be sent to you at that stage, and your application will be forwarded to the Future Talent Award team for consideration. A dedicated contact will guide applicants through the security clearance process and payment timetable.