Saïd Foundation Scholarships
Amount
Amount not stated
Country
United Kingdom
Level
Master's
Deadline
Deadline not confirmed
About this scholarship
Saïd Foundation Scholarships are for Syrian, Palestinian, Jordanian and Lebanese students who want to study in the UK.
What it takes to get there
Student visa
- Proof of funds: £1,171 per month, for 9 months. (£1,529 per month in London.)official source
This award does not say it covers living costs, so plan to show this amount yourself. The official page says a scholarship or sponsor letter can count as proof.
- Application fee: £558.official source
- Health surcharge: £776 per year of the visa.official source
- Usual decision time: about 3 weeks.official source
- From Gaza: the government says it will seek to help eligible students leave if the scholarship covers both course fees and living costs, and that leaving cannot be guaranteed. This award does not say it covers living costs, so it may not qualify for this support.official source
- A post-study work visa exists for graduates.official source
Visa facts checked on the official pages on 2026-09-27. Rules change; confirm on the official page before you pay or book.
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Key information Funding type Fully funded Total value Full tuition fees, a living allowance, travel costs and allowances Application deadline 30/10/2026 Eligibility Study a full-time, on-campus postgraduate taught master’s programme On this page Overview Eligibility How to apply Help and advice Overview The Saïd Foundation Scholarships provides scholarships and training opportunities for talented young people from selected countries. The programme helps recipients develop their knowledge and skills so they can make a positive impact in their profession and contribute to their home country. Find out more about the Saïd Foundation Scholarships What you get Tuition fees A monthly living allowance Return travel costs An allowance package Allowance to contribute towards your visa and health insurance Deadline Friday 30 October 2026, 5pm UK time Eligibility To get this scholarship you must: be a citizen of Syria, Palestine, Jordan or Lebanon the Foundation will consider Syrians residing elsewhere due to current circumstances in that country have an undergraduate honours degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 or above have voluntary work or experience in your field of study demonstrate leadership potential have applied for a full-time postgraduate master's programme meet all English language requirements provide all supporting documentation in the required format Check the Saïd Foundation for the most up-to-date requirements before you apply. Show eligible countries Jordan Lebanon Palestine Syria Permanent residency Permanent residency We consider your permanent residency to be where you have lived for 3 or more years before the start of the course. This does not include where you have been living solely for study purposes if it is different from your permanent place of residency. How to apply Apply to study a postgraduate master's programme Find a postgraduate taught programme and apply Complete the scholarship application form Read the application guidance and apply Help and advice Help and advice Have a question about this scholarship? Our friendly scholarships team can support and guide you. [email protected] We’re open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, UK time Useful links Find a course Postgraduate tuition fees Terms and conditions Undergraduate tuition fees English language requirements Part of the Information For visitors For staff & students For schools & colleges For researchers For employers & recruiters For parents & guardians For international students Website feedback Contact us Tel: +44(0)23 8059 5000 Fax: +44(0)23 8059 3131 University of Southampton University Road Southampton SO17 1BJ United Kingdom Get directions Connect with us Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Bluesky Download a copy of our prospec
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Who can apply for the Saïd Foundation Scholarships?
Students pursuing Master's degrees can apply. International students are eligible.
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