Are there good scholarship and budget-friendly alternatives to the UK and Australia, such as Singapore or Netherlands for a Master's?

Yes, Singapore and the Netherlands are strong, budget-friendly alternatives to the UK and Australia for master's studies, with good scholarship options for international students.

Singapore:
- Tuition fees are generally lower than the UK/Australia.
- Major scholarships include the Government Tuition Grant (covers up to 75% fees, with a 3-year work commitment), NUS and NTU Research Scholarships (full tuition + stipend), and industry-sponsored awards.
- Living costs can often be managed within ₹40 lakh for the entire program.

Netherlands:
- Tuition fees typically range from €8,000 - €20,000/year (about ₹7 - 18 lakh/year).
- Scholarships like the Orange Tulip Scholarship offer partial to full tuition coverage for Indian students.
- Many universities offer their own merit-based scholarships.

Both countries offer solid academics, post-study work options, and scholarships specifically for international students.