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Our Global Scholarships for 2027

We have over 1,000 scholarships available for International and EU Students looking to study at Newcastle University

Applications are open for our prestigious scholarships schemes for 2027 entry.

We understand that financing your studies plays a key role in deciding where to study. Successful international and EU applicants can receive up to £10,000 or 50% tuition fee reduction.  

We're committed to attracting talented, well-rounded individuals from all over the world. This funding highlights our dedication and continued commitment.  

Through these scholarships, we aim to:  

  • foster academic excellence  
  • encourage students to become future leaders  
  • inspire students to become ambassadors of our diverse, global community 

We’re here to support you  

We welcome thousands of students each year from across the world, who bring diverse perspectives to our university. Our students enrich the cultural and academic life of the university, city and region.  

Our scholarships offer more than just financial support. They are an opportunity to focus on your studies, engage with your peers, and grow into the leader you aspire to become.    

Check your eligibility

The scholarship schemes have been running for seven years. In that time, we've supported hundreds of international students fulfil their educational ambitions.

Find out more about each scheme including eligibility, applications and deadlines below. We encourage early applications, as awards may be allocated early in the application process.

Undergraduate scholarships

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships

Information on eligibility and application timelines will be published in September 2026.  

Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarships

Information on eligibility and application timelines will be published in September 2026.  

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Postgraduate scholarships

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships

Award amount: £8,000 tuition fee awards 

Application process: Automatically considered for a scholarship once you have applied for a course 

Scholarship deadline: Applicants must accept their degree offer and pay their tuition fee deposit in full by 2 August 2027. 

Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarships

Information on eligibility and application timelines will be published in September 2026.  

Newcastle University India Future Leaders

Award amount: £10,000 tuition fee awards    

Application process: Eligible candidates will automatically be awarded a Newcastle University India Future Leaders Scholarship as part of their programme application.   

Scholarship deadline: Applicants must accept their degree offer and pay their tuition fee deposit in full by 2 August 2027

Newcastle University Pakistan Future Leaders Scholarship

Award amount: £10,000 tuition fee awards

Application process: Eligible candidates will automatically be awarded a Newcastle University Pakistan Future Leaders Scholarship as part of their programme application. 

Scholarship deadline: Applicants must accept their degree offer and pay their tuition fee deposit in full by 2 August 2027

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarship

Award amount: £10,000 tuition fee awards

Application process: Eligible candidates will automatically be awarded a Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarship as part of their programme application. 

Scholarship deadline: Applicants must accept their degree offer and pay their tuition fee deposit in full by 2 August 2027.

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