UAL International Postgraduate GBP 10,000 Scholarship

The UAL International Postgraduate GBP 10,000 Scholarship supports overseas students from low-income economies who are applying to taught Master's courses at the University of the Arts London. For 2026/27, UAL publishes multiple rounds and states that up to 288 awards are available. This scholarship is a tuition-fee reduction award, while a separate UAL/ISH scholarship may include accommodation support for eligible applicants.

United KingdomMastersPartially FundedDeadline: Round 1: March 27, 2026; Round 2: June 26, 2026; January 2027 intake: October 30, 2026

Official source: University of the Arts London (UAL) • Last updated:

Eligibility

Eligible nationalities
Eligibility is defined by the provider and country profile (confirm official source)
Degree level
Masters
Study location
United Kingdom
Academic background
Must meet admission/academic requirements for Masters study (check official source)
Admission required
Many providers require admission or a valid offer before funding decisions (confirm official source)
Minimum GPA/grades
Merit threshold is provider/program-dependent (confirm official source)
Work experience
Requirement varies by scholarship type and provider
Field of study
Program-dependent; applicants must match eligible disciplines listed by the provider
Residency requirement
May apply for country-targeted or region-targeted schemes
Document language/translations
Certified translations/legalization may be required for non-native-language documents
Current enrollment status
Depends on call rules (new-admit vs currently-enrolled categories may differ)
Age limit
Age policy varies by provider/country profile; many schemes do not publish one universal cap
Language requirements
Set by the host institution/program; accepted tests or exemptions vary by provider
Offer status
Must hold an offer for a full-time or part-time taught Master's course at UAL
Fee status
Must be classified as an overseas fee payer
Country/economy
Must be ordinarily resident in one of the low-income economy countries listed by UAL
Household income
Annual household income must be GBP 50,000 or less (or equivalent exchange value)
Academic profile
UAL lists expected standard around UK upper second-class degree level (2:1) or equivalent
Exclusion
Applicants who already hold a UK postgraduate qualification are not eligible

Benefits

Tuition
Listed as partial (confirm coverage on official source)
Stipend
Varies by provider/call; check official source for amount and payment terms
Accommodation
Included/available (check official source)
Travel
Provider-dependent; some schemes include one-time travel support
Health insurance
Coverage depends on scholarship conditions and host-country rules
Other benefits
Additional support may include research, books, or orientation allowances (scheme-dependent)
Visa/residence support
Some schemes provide limited support; verify visa-fee or permit support on official source
Application fee
Fee policy is portal/provider-specific; confirm before submission
Award value
GBP 10,000 tuition fee waiver
Scale
UAL publishes up to 288 awards for the 2026/27 academic year
Related scheme
Separate UAL/ISH International Postgraduate Scholarship may include accommodation for eligible students

Application process

  1. Apply to an eligible UAL taught Master's program and secure an offer
  2. Log into the UAL Applicant Portal and open the My Funding section
  3. Complete scholarship questions, including required personal statements
  4. Submit the scholarship form before the relevant round deadline
  5. Track outcome updates via official UAL scholarship communications
  6. Account/nomination: Create an account or complete nomination/referral steps where the provider requires it.
  7. Documents: Prepare and upload the required documents listed by the provider (transcripts, ID, letters, etc.). Provide certified translations if required.
  8. Selection method: Follow the provider’s official process (merit/test/interview/portfolio, as applicable).

Required documents

  • Valid passport/ID
  • Academic degree records/transcripts for Master's admission
  • Evidence supporting overseas fee status and country residency criteria
  • Household income evidence required by UAL scholarship rules
  • Scholarship statement responses in the portal (per UAL word limits/instructions)
  • Degree certificates / diplomas (if applicable)
  • CV/Resume
  • Motivation letter / statement of purpose
  • Recommendation letters (if required)
  • Language test score (IELTS/TOEFL) if required
  • Certified translations (if required)
  • Portfolio / research proposal (if required)
  • Medical / health certificate (if required)
  • Any additional forms requested by the provider

Good to know

  • This GBP 10,000 award is a tuition-fee scholarship, not a full-cost package.
  • Accommodation-inclusive support is under a separate UAL/ISH scholarship route.
  • You can apply only after receiving a UAL course offer and accessing the My Funding portal.

FAQ

Is this UAL scholarship fully funded?

No. The UAL International Postgraduate Scholarship is a GBP 10,000 tuition-fee waiver. Full-cost support is not the default for this scheme.

How many awards are available for 2026/27?

UAL publishes up to 288 awards for the 2026/27 cycle on its official scholarship page.

Can I apply before receiving a UAL offer?

No. UAL states the scholarship form appears in the Applicant Portal My Funding section after you hold an eligible course offer.

Does UAL accept only IELTS for language evidence?

No. Language requirements are course-level admission requirements and accepted proofs are listed by UAL admissions for each program.

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Applications are completed on the official provider website. Be cautious with third-party sites and always verify scholarship details at the source.

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