Postgraduate scholarships

1. Aziz Foundation Scholarship

Amount: Full tuition fee waiver up to a maximum of 1 year.

Deadline:  1st cycle closes on 4 April 2025. 

This scholarship supports Muslim students from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds at the University of Westminster. To qualify, you must be active in a Muslim community and demonstrate a deep understanding of issues affecting British Muslim communities.

Find out more about the Aziz Foundation Scholarship.

2. Chevening Scholarship

Amount: Fully funded – see terms and conditions on Chevening website.

Deadline: Applications for a September 2025 course start are now closed. Please check the Chevening website from summer 2025 when applications for a September 2026 course start will open.

3. GREAT Scholarship

Amount: £10,000

Deadline: 29 June 2026

GREAT Scholarships are jointly funded by the University of Westminster, the UK government’s GREAT Britain campaign, and the British Council. We are offering one £10,000 scholarship towards tuition fees for a one-year master’s programme starting in September 2026, available to students from Mexico.

Find out more about the University of Westminster GREAT Scholarship.

4. Home Postgraduate Part Fee Scholarship

Amount: £2,000

Deadline: 10 August 2026

One off £2,000 Tuition Fee Award paid directly to the University towards your tuition fees in your first semester. Students on two-year postgraduate or part-time courses will receive the award for their first year only.

 Student loan application

Find out more about the Home Postgraduate Part Fee Scholarship.

5. Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship

Amount: Full tuition fee plus up to £12,000

Deadline: 3 July 2026

The University offers two Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarships to support students seeking asylum and are currently living in the United Kingdom. It covers full tuition costs, plus a maintenance grant of £1,000 per month for up to 12 months.

Find out more about the Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship.

6. International Sporting Excellence Award

Amount: £2,500 – £5,000

Deadline: 2 June 2025

The International Sporting Excellence Award is designed to support international students at undergraduate or postgraduate level who are performing or playing sport at an elite level or show strong evidence of future outstanding potential.

Find out more about the International Sporting Excellence Award.

7. Women in STEM British Council Scholarship

Amount: Full tuition fee, health and travel expenses covered.

Deadline: 30 April 2025

The Women in STEM British Council Scholarship empowers women from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue postgraduate education in STEM fields. It supports future leaders and innovators, aiming to reduce the global gender gap in STEM. This prestigious scholarship offers financial aid and fosters a network of talent.

Find out more about the Women in STEM British Council Scholarship.

8. International Postgraduate Excellence Award

Amount: £3,000 – £5,000

Deadline: 29 June 2026

The International Postgraduate Excellence Award is designed to support international students who have achieved academic excellence and show passion for their chosen field of study. We’re offering scholarships for high-achieving international students, covering £3,000 to £5,000 towards their full-time Master’s tuition fees.

Find out more about the International Postgraduate Excellence Award.

Undergraduate scholarships

International Undergraduate Excellence Award (IEA) – September 2026

Amount: £2,500

Deadline: 15 June 2026

This scholarship supports international students who have achieved academic excellence and show passion for their chosen field of study. 

Find out more about the International Undergraduate Excellence Award

Home Undergraduate Great Start Scholarship

Amount: £2,000

Deadline: Monday 6 July 2026 at 5pm 

The scholarship is provided to support Home students with their maintenance costs during their studies. The selection is made based on financial need and personal statement.

Find out more about the Undergraduate Great Start Scholarship.

EU Qualifications Welcome Awards

Amount: £4,500 fee discount in first year only

Deadline: Awarded automatically 

Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, we continue to support new EU/EEA and other eligible international students by offering a substantial fee-reduction.
If you start your undergraduate course at Level 3 (Foundation) or Level 4 (first year) with eligible EU qualifications, you’ll receive a £4,500 tuition fee discount for your first year. Full fees apply for all following years.

Find out more about the EU Qualifications Welcome Awards.

Unite Foundation Scholarship

Amount: Free accommodation in student halls 

 Student loan application

Deadline: 19 June 2027

The Unite Foundation scholarship supports care leaver and estranged Home/UK students by providing a free, ensuite bedroom in student accommodation for up to three years of undergraduate study. Applicants must be aged 25 or under on 1 September 2026, be undertaking their first undergraduate degree (excluding Foundation year), and be studying at or holding a firm offer from the University of Westminster. 

Find out more and apply on the Unite Foundation website.

Home Undergraduate Bursaries

Amount: Between £1000 – £3000

Deadline: Open to current students

The University provides a number of bursaries and financial support available to current students such as the Estranged Student Bursary, Care Leaver Bursary and Students with Caring Responsibilities. Students can apply for this support once they have enrolled in their course. 

Find out more about Bursaries and Awards for current students.