Unlimited Scholarships in the UK for Indian Students, 2024

The UK has long been a popular destination for Indian students seeking high-quality education and global exposure. In 2024, several universities across the UK are offering unlimited scholarships specifically designed for Indian students. These scholarships cover a part of tuition fees to provide financial support, making it more feasible for talented students to pursue their academic dreams. Here’s a look at some of the universities in the UK that are providing unlimited scholarships for Indian students in 2024.

University of Exeter – India Global Leaders Scholarship

• Amount – GBP 3000 or INR 3.2 Lakhs
• Deadline – 31st July 2024
• Application process – This award will be allocated automatically to eligible applicants applying for September 2024 entry. A separate application is not required. 
• Official link – https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/funding/award/?id=5063 

Eligibility requirement

These awards are available to applicants who:

• are a citizen/passport holder of India
• are classed as an International student for fees purposes
• hold an offer to study an eligible campus-based Masters programme at the University of Exeter commencing in September 2024.

And will be received by those who go on to:

• meet the conditions of that offer as set out in their programme offer letter
• pay the tuition fee deposit by the deadline stated in the scholarship communication letter for applicants who received their offer before March 2024, or by the deposit deadline stated in their original programme offer letter for applicants who receive their offer from March 2024
• enrol on that programme in 2024/25.

University of Sussex – Sussex India Scholarship

• Amount – GBP 4000 or INR 4.5 Lakhs
• Deadline – 1st September 2024 
• Application process – You can register your interest in the Sussex India Scholarship via the PG Apply portal when you accept the offer of a place on an eligible Masters course.
• Official link – https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/masters-scholarships/view/1605-Sussex-India-Scholarship 

Eligibility requirement

• Be a national of India
• Be classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes
• Be taking up a place on a full time Masters degree, starting September 2024

University of Glasgow – India Merit Award

• Amount – GBP 5000 or INR 5.4 Lakhs
• Deadline – Rolling basis
• Application process – There is no application form for this scholarship. If you are eligible, the discount will be placed on your student account at registration. 
• Official link – https://www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships/indiameritaward/#leap-shoutouts 

Eligibility requirement

• Be domiciled in India
• have international fee status
• demonstrate academic excellence and achieve grades equivalent to UK 1st Class Honours  
• hold an offer for an eligible postgraduate taught programme for September 2024 intake. PgDip/PGCert courses are not eligible for this award. 

Queen’s University Belfast – International Office Scholarship

• Amount – GBP 2000-5000 or INR 2.3-5.4 Lakhs
• Deadline – Rolling basis
• Application process – No separate application for this scholarship is required. If you are holding an offer for an eligible programme and meet the criteria as set out in the terms & conditions, you will automatically be awarded an International Office Scholarship upon enrolment.
• Official link – https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/international-students/international-scholarships/south-asia/ 

Eligibility requirement

• For new students studying full-time postgraduate/undergraduate taught programmes.
• Students must be classified as international fee-paying students paying the full international tuition fee rate in order to be considered for this discount. 

University of Westminster – International Postgraduate Part Fee Scholarship

• Amount – GBP 3000 or INR 3.2 Lakhs
• Deadline – 3 November 2024
• Official link – https://www.westminster.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/scholarships/international-postgraduate-part-fee-scholarship 

Eligibility requirement

• Are applying for a Professional course (e.g. RIBA pt III)
• Are applying for an Online or Distance learning course
• Are applying for a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma course
• Are applying for an Integrated Masters (e.g. Global Public Health Nutrition MSci or Sport and Exercise Nutrition MSci)
• Are eligible for the alumni discount or other academic partnership student discount

University of Greenwich – International Scholarship Award

• Amount – Up to GBP 3000 or INR 3.2 Lakhs
• Deadline – 29th July 2024
• Application process – The International Scholarship Award for all applications for September 2024 will be open from Friday 1 March 2024. Applicants must apply for the award by filling out our Application form.
• Official link – https://www.gre.ac.uk/bursaries/international-scholarships-award 

Eligibility requirement

• You have been offered a place to begin a course in September 2024.
• You will pay fees at the international rate.
• You are not receiving any other scholarships from the University or another source.

University of Kent – Kent Future Student Scholarship for Indian Students

• Amount – GBP 3000 or INR 3.2 Lakhs
• Deadline – 31st July 2024
• Application process – There is no application process. All eligible applicants who have paid their deposit by the stated deadlines will be contacted with a scholarship offer in due course, which they will need to accept.
• Official link – https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search/FNADKFSIND01 

Eligibility requirement

• Open to undergraduate and postgraduate taught applicants of full time UK programmes from OR domiciled in India, for September 2024 entry
• Applicants must have paid their tuition fee deposit by 31 July 2024 for a £3000 discount.

Aston University – Automatic Merit Scholarship

• Amount – GBP 3000-6000 or INR 3.2-6.3 Lakhs
• Application process – There is no need to submit a separate application, your eligibility will be assessed by admissions team when your application is reviewed.
• Official link – https://www.aston.ac.uk/international/scholarships 

Eligibility requirement

For Indian students,

• Depending on the University tier:
• Tier 1: 60% OR 2.4 out of 4 OR 4.8 out of 8 or higher
• Tier 2: 70% OR 2.8 out of 4 OR 5.6 out of 8 or higher
• Tier 3: 75% OR 3 out of 4 OR 6 out of 8 or higher

University of Dundee – Global Excellence Scholarship

• Amount – GBP 5000 or INR 5.4 Lakhs
• Deadline – 31st August 2024
• Application process – You do not have to submit an application for this scholarship. The University Admissions team will automatically assess your academic transcripts (once submitted) to confirm your eligibility for this award.
• Official link – https://www.dundee.ac.uk/scholarships/global-excellence-scholarship-september-2024 

Eligibility Requirement

• Have submitted an application to study at the University of Dundee for September 2024, and received an Offer for a full-time, on campus Course.
• Have achieved either a 1st Class Honours Degree (if you are a Postgraduate Taught applicant), or BBB at A-Level (if you are an Undergraduate applicant).  
• Accelerated LLB programmes require 2:1 grade minimum. Grade equivalencies for International qualifications are determined by the University of Dundee.
• Hold International Fee Status as determined by the University of Dundee, which is communicated in your Offer letter
• Not hold any other University of Dundee Scholarships. 

Conclusion

The UK continues to be a beacon of educational excellence, and with these unlimited scholarship opportunities, Indian students have more avenues to pursue their academic and professional aspirations.

These scholarships not only alleviate financial burdens but also provide a supportive environment that fosters growth and innovation. If you are an Indian student with a dream of studying in the UK, 2024 could be your year to shine. Explore these opportunities, prepare your applications, and take the first step towards a transformative educational experience in the UK.