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How much can scholarships reduce the total cost of a Master's in the UK or UAE?

22 Jun 2026 · Answered by Shairal Pathak · 1 min read
Shairal Pathak
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Scholarships can significantly lower the cost of your master's in the UK or UAE, but full funding is rare and highly competitive. Most scholarships offer partial tuition support, typically ranging from £4,000 to £10,000, and may not fully cover living expenses. Plan for additional funding to cover other costs, and make sure to research and apply early, as scholarship deadlines are often months before your course starts.

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Yes, scholarships are available to help reduce tuition fees for Master's studies in both the UK and UAE.

For the UK:
- UCL India Excellence Scholarship: £5,000 for Indian students with top academic records.
- UCL Global Master's Scholarship: £15,000 for international students from lower-income backgrounds.
- Commonwealth Master's Scholarship: Fully funded, covers tuition, airfare, and stipend for eligible Indian citizens.
- GREAT Scholarships - India: £10,000 towards tuition for one-year postgraduate courses.

For the UAE:
- University of Manchester Global Futures Scholarship: £10,000 for international students from the UAE.
- Queen Mary University of London Global Talent Scholarship: £5,000 for high-achieving postgraduate students.

Scholarship amounts and deadlines are subject to change. For personalized guidance on current opportunities and next steps, please connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.

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