The University of Gloucestershire offers a variety of scholarships and financial support options to assist both domestic and international students in funding their studies. Below is an overview of the key scholarship programs available:
1. Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
- Amount: Up to £7,500, distributed over three years as a tuition fee waiver.SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+3University of Gloucestershire+3Bachelors Portal+3
- Eligibility: Open to new, self-funded international fee-paying students enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program starting in September 2025. Applicants must be studying on-campus for a minimum of three years.Bachelors Portal+3University of Gloucestershire+3SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+3
- Application Deadline: 30 April 2025.SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+1SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+1
- Additional Criteria: Academic excellence, a strong creative portfolio, or relevant work experience may be considered. Bachelors Portal+2SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+2SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+2
2. Postgraduate Merit Scholarship
- Amount: £5,000 tuition fee waiver applied to the first year.SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+1SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+1
- Eligibility: Available to new, self-funded international fee-paying students pursuing a full-time postgraduate taught course on-campus, commencing in September 2025.Bachelors Portal+3SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+3SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+3
- Application Deadline: 30 April 2025.Study UK Homepage | Study UK+2SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+2SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+2
- Additional Criteria: Consideration of academic excellence, a strong creative portfolio, or relevant work experience. University of Gloucestershire+3SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+3SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+3
3. Sports Global Excellence Scholarship
- Amount: £7,500 for undergraduate students (spread over three years) and £5,000 for postgraduate students.University of Gloucestershire+1SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+1
- Eligibility: Targeted at high-performing student-athletes in sports such as women’s soccer, men’s basketball, and volleyball. Open to new, self-funded international fee-paying students enrolled full-time in undergraduate or postgraduate taught programs starting in September 2025.SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+2University of Gloucestershire+2SI-UK: Move Forward. Be Great.+2
- Application Deadline: 18 May 2025.University of Gloucestershire
- Additional Benefits: Access to sports therapy, workshops (nutrition, anti-doping, sports psychology), gym membership, and coaching support. University of Gloucestershire
4. GREAT Scholarships
- Amount: £10,000.
- Eligibility: For students from Bangladesh and Pakistan applying for taught master’s programs in MA Education or MSc Psychology for the 2024-25 academic year.Study UK Homepage | Study UK
- Application Deadline: 30 April 2024. Study UK Homepage | Study UK
5. Additional Scholarships and Bursaries
- Care Leavers Scholarship: Support for students who have been in local authority care.
- Sanctuary Support Fund: Assistance for students seeking asylum or with refugee status.
- University Endowment Fund Bursaries: Financial aid based on specific criteria.
Application Process and Considerations
Prospective students should:
- Review Eligibility Criteria: Ensure alignment with the specific requirements of each scholarship.
- Prepare Documentation: Gather necessary materials such as academic transcripts, personal statements, and portfolios.
- Monitor Deadlines: Adhere to application timelines to ensure consideration.
For comprehensive and up-to-date information on scholarships, bursaries, and other financial support options, visit the University of Gloucestershire’s official funding page.University of Gloucestershire
By exploring these opportunities, students can alleviate financial burdens and focus on achieving academic and personal success at the University of Gloucestershire.
