UK University of Surrey International Excellence Award Scholarship 2026
Description
The University of Surrey is offering the prestigious International Excellence Award for postgraduate students starting their studies in September 2025 or February 2026. This £5,000 scholarship aims to recognise and reward outstanding academic achievement among international students.
Designed as a tuition fee waiver, this scholarship is highly competitive and awarded on the basis of academic excellence through an application-based process. It is an excellent opportunity for self-funded international students seeking quality education in the UK without the burden of full tuition costs.
Degree Level
UK University of Surrey International Excellence Award Scholarship 2026 is available to undertake Masters level programs at University of Surrey.
Available Subjects
Following subjects are available to study under this scholarship program.
- All Subjects
Benefits
The International Excellence Award offers:
- A £5,000 reduction in tuition fees
- Recognition of academic achievement
- Support for self-funded students studying a full-time master’s program
This award is applied directly as a fee waiver, meaning it reduces your tuition cost and cannot be converted into cash or applied to other expenses.
Eligible Nationalities
Open to international students of all nationalities.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Be classified as overseas fee-paying students
- Hold a confirmed offer to study a full-time master's programme at the University of Surrey
- Be self-funded (not sponsored or receiving another Surrey-based scholarship)
- Not be enrolled via the Surrey International Study Centre (SISC)
Not eligible programs:
- Part-time or distance-learning programs
- MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences
- MBA
Additionally, this award cannot be combined with other Surrey scholarships such as the Alumni Discount or Early Bird Discount.
Application Procedure
- Receive an Offer: You must first hold a valid offer for a full-time master's program at the University of Surrey.
- Scholarship Application Form: Once you have your offer and student ID, fill out the scholarship application form (available through your applicant portal).
- Monthly Review: Applications are reviewed monthly, and scholarships are granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Notification: Successful applicants will be informed via email.
Important:
- Applications without a valid student ID and offer will not be considered.
- Applying early is recommended due to limited award availability.
FAQs
1. Can I apply for the International Excellence Award before receiving my admission offer?
No, you must have an offer from the University of Surrey before submitting the scholarship application.
2. Can I combine this award with other scholarships or discounts?
No, this scholarship cannot be combined with the Alumni Discount or Early Bird Discount.
3. What happens if I receive an award and defer my admission?
Scholarships are awarded for the specific intake you apply for. If you defer, your award may be revoked, and you would need to reapply for the next cycle.
