Amount
Fully funded (tuition + living costs)
Country
United Kingdom
Level
Master's
Deadline
Closed Feb 27, 2026. Next deadline usually around Feb 2027 (official page, checked Nov 1, 2026) estimated
How to apply
You apply on the official website. ScholarPal doesn't take applications.
- Check that you can apply: who the award is for and which level of study it covers.
- Prepare what the official page asks for. This is often a transcript, a passport or ID, and a CV or personal statement.
- On the official website, find the Apply or Application link and follow the steps there.
When: Closed Feb 27, 2026. Next deadline usually around Feb 2027
About this scholarship
They are for junior academics employed by Palestinian universities who want to study for a full-time master's degree at the University of Southampton.
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Who can apply
The scholarship is available for any master's programme offered by the University.
What it takes to get there
Student visa
- Money you must show: about £1,171 a month (£1,529 in London). official source
You must show it for 9 months.
This award is listed as fully funded. It does not say how much it pays for living costs. Ask the provider if its letter shows this amount.
A scholarship or sponsor letter can count as proof.
- Visa fee: £558. official source
- Health charge: £776 a year. official source
- Decision: about 3 weeks. official source
- From Gaza: the government says it will try to help eligible students leave. The scholarship must cover both course fees and living costs. The government says leaving cannot be guaranteed. This award is listed as fully funded. Check that its letter covers both course fees and living costs. official source
- Work after you graduate: yes. official source
Visa facts checked on 2026-09-27.
Rules change, so check 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 Closed Eligibility Palestinian junior academics employed and nominated by a university in Gaza On this page Overview Eligibility How to apply Help and advice Overview HESPAL scholarships are offered by the British Council Palestine in partnership with the University of Southampton. They support junior academics working at Palestinian universities to study a full-time master's degree at the University of Southampton. The scholarship is available for any master's programme offered by the University. HESPAL aims to support the next generation of senior academics in Palestine. It also helps build long-term partnerships between Palestinian and UK universities and supports professional networks that can benefit scholars throughout their careers. 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 Closed Eligibility To get this scholarship you must: be Palestinian and from the Gaza Strip, including if you have been displaced apply for a postgraduate master's degree at the University of Southampton be employed by, or be a member of the academic staff at, a university in Gaza be nominated by your university in Gaza meet the University of Southampton's academic and English language requirements Women, displaced academics, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Show eligible countries Palestine 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 Scholarship applications for 2026-27 are now closed. This information is for guidance only. Apply to study a postgraduate master's programme You must indicate on your application form that you wish to be considered for HESPAL Scholarship funding. Find a postgraduate taught programme and apply Complete the HESPAL scholarship application form Applicants nominated by their Gaza universities must follow the process outlined in the application guidance notes and submit their HESPAL application by the specified deadline. 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 E
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