Amount
Covers tuition
Country
United Kingdom
Level
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
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
Requirements
- Part of HESPAL routes for Palestinian postgraduate applicants.
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 does not say it covers living costs. You must show this money yourself.
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 does not say it covers living costs. So it may not qualify for this support. official source
- Work after you graduate: yes. official source
Visa facts checked on 2026-09-27.
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