The University of Aberdeen is offering the Aberdeen Global Scholarship 2025/26, giving self-funded international students £8,000 off their tuition fees. It applies to full-time, on-campus Master’s programs starting in September 2025 or January 2026, and the discount is automatically applied without the need for a separate application.
Below, you’ll find everything you need to know about the scholarship, including eligibility criteria, benefits, eligible programs, how to apply, and key timelines. If you’re considering postgraduate study in the UK, this guide will help you understand exactly how the Aberdeen Global Scholarship can reduce your costs and simplify your journey.
About the Aberdeen Global Scholarship
The Aberdeen Global Scholarship is designed to make studying for a Master’s in the UK more affordable for international students. It provides a generous £8,000 tuition discount for taught Master’s programs at the University of Aberdeen, one of Scotland’s oldest and most respected universities.
If you’re eligible, the £8,000 is automatically taken off your tuition—no extra forms to fill, no essays to write, and no separate deadlines to worry about.
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Who Can Apply?
The scholarship is open to self-funded international students beginning their Master’s degree in September 2025 or January 2026.
You are eligible if:
- You apply for a full-time, on-campus Master’s program at the University of Aberdeen
- You are classified as an international student for tuition purposes
- You are self-funded (not receiving full sponsorship or external funding)
You are not eligible if you:
- Already have full funding from a government, company, or scholarship provider
- Are a UK or EU national paying home fees
- Apply for a part-time or online program
Eligible Programs
Most postgraduate taught Master’s degrees at Aberdeen qualify for this scholarship. Popular options include:
- LLM International Commercial Law
- LLM Oil and Gas Law
- MSc Artificial Intelligence
- MSc Sustainability Transitions
- MSc Data Science
- MA Digital Society
To check your program’s eligibility, visit the University of Aberdeen postgraduate courses page.
Tuition After the Scholarship
The scholarship makes a significant difference in terms of tuition costs. For instance, the LLM International Commercial Law program normally costs £23,800. But with the £8,000 scholarship, your tuition drops to £15,800.
When you so factor in Aberdeen’s lower cost of living compared to many other UK cities, this scholarship goes even further in making a Master’s degree in the UK financially manageable.
How to Apply for the Aberdeen Global Scholarship
No separate application is required. Follow these steps:
- Select a full-time, on-campus Master’s program starting in September 2025 or January 2026
- Apply through the University of Aberdeen postgraduate portal
- Indicate that you are applying as a self-funded international student
If you’re eligible, the £8,000 tuition discount will be shown in your offer letter or your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
However, if you are not offered the scholarship and you believe you qualify for it, reach out to study@abdn.ac.uk immediately for clarification.
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Application Timeline
There’s no separate deadline for the Aberdeen Global Scholarship, but timing is crucial. To secure your funding and visa on time:
- Apply for your course as early as possible
- Allow enough time for your CAS to be issued
- Submit your application at least 3–4 months before your intended start date
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