The Aberdeen Global Scholarship offers new self-funded international undergraduate students £6,000 per year for every year of their programme at the University of Aberdeen. This partial tuition fee waiver helps ease the costs of studying abroad and is automatically applied to eligible students starting in academic years 25/26 and 26/27.
The University of Aberdeen, founded in 1495, is one of the UK’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Located in the vibrant “Granite City” of Aberdeen, Scotland, it offers a unique blend of urban and coastal charm, rich maritime history, and a welcoming community. The university is committed to attracting talented students from around the world.
Aberdeen Global Scholarship Benefits
- £6,000 scholarship for every year of the programme
- Partial tuition fee waiver – deducted from tuition fees
- Automatically applied to eligible students – no separate application required
- Available for new self-funded international on-campus undergraduate students starting in Academic Years 25/26 and 26/27
Aberdeen Global Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a new self-funded international student
- Must be registering for a full-time on-campus undergraduate programme
- Must be classified as international fee status
- Cannot be fully sponsored or in receipt of fully funded external scholarships
- Cannot hold other University of Aberdeen scholarships (except Development Trust awards)
- Not applicable to DPLP, Dentistry, or Medicine programmes
- Only available for Aberdeen campus students
How to Apply for Aberdeen Global Scholarship?
- No application required – the scholarship is automatically applied to all eligible students
- The scholarship will be reflected on the CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Aberdeen Global Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
What is the Aberdeen Global Scholarship?
The Aberdeen Global Scholarship is a partial tuition fee waiver worth £6,000 per year for new self-funded international undergraduate students at the University of Aberdeen. It is automatically applied to eligible students starting in academic years 25/26 and 26/27.
Who is eligible for the Aberdeen Global Scholarship?
Eligible students must be new self-funded international students enrolling in a full-time on-campus undergraduate programme at the University of Aberdeen. They must not be fully sponsored or hold other University of Aberdeen scholarships, except for Development Trust awards.
How do I apply for the Aberdeen Global Scholarship?
No separate application is required. The scholarship is automatically applied to all eligible students and will be reflected on their CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies).
What is the deadline for the Aberdeen Global Scholarship?
The scholarship is available until further notice. There is no fixed deadline, but it is offered for new students starting in academic years 25/26 and 26/27.
Is the Aberdeen Global Scholarship fully funded?
No, it is a partially funded scholarship. It provides a £6,000 per year partial tuition fee waiver, not full funding.
Can I combine the Aberdeen Global Scholarship with other scholarships?
No, you cannot combine it with other University of Aberdeen scholarships, except for awards from the University of Aberdeen Development Trust. You also cannot be fully sponsored or hold fully funded external scholarships.
Which programmes are excluded from the Aberdeen Global Scholarship?
The scholarship does not apply to the DPLP (Diploma in Professional Legal Practice), Dentistry, or Medicine programmes.
Is the scholarship available for postgraduate students?
No, the Aberdeen Global Scholarship is only available for new self-funded international on-campus undergraduate students. It is not offered for postgraduate programmes.
Do I need to be on the Aberdeen campus to receive the scholarship?
Yes, the scholarship is only available for students studying on the Aberdeen campus. It is not available for distance learning or other campuses.
How is the scholarship amount paid?
The £6,000 scholarship is applied as a partial tuition fee waiver. The amount is deducted directly from your tuition fees each year of your programme.
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