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University of Southampton Scholarships 2027 international students ته د Undergraduate او Master’s لپاره څو funding routes لري.

Current structure

• Undergraduate Global Excellence: £3,000 tuition reduction.
• Postgraduate Global Excellence: £3,000 tuition reduction.
• Chevening / Chevening–Southampton: fully funded one-year Master’s.

Excellence awards automatic consideration لري؛ Chevening separate competitive application غواړي.

Southampton لا 2027 information update کوي. Postgraduate Global Excellence page به autumn 2026 کې update شي، نو old-cycle dates باید 2027 deadline ونه ګڼل شي.

Overview

• Level: Undergraduate / Master’s
• Institution: University of Southampton
• Destination: UK
• Courses: most eligible full-time programmes

Scholarships

• Undergraduate Global Excellence
• Postgraduate Global Excellence
• Chevening–Southampton

Deadlines

Undergraduate

• no separate 2027 scholarship deadline published yet.
• no separate form under current scheme.
• follow course admission deadlines.

Postgraduate

• 2027 deadline not yet published.
• update expected autumn 2026.
• current scheme first-come, first-served and may require tuition deposit by cut-off.

Chevening

• Opened 4 Aug 2026
• Deadline 6 Oct 2026، 11:00 UTC
• Interviews Mar–Apr 2027
• Results from mid-Jun 2027
• University-offer deadline 8 Jul 2027، 5 PM UK
• Study Sep/Oct 2027

Coverage

Undergraduate

• £3,000 first-year tuition reduction.
• automatic.
• no separate form.
• may combine with some awards if total ≤100% tuition.

Postgraduate

• £3,000 first-year tuition.
• current scheme 83 awards.
• automatic.
• current general award excludes China، India، Nigeria، Thailand، Vietnam because country-specific scholarships exist.
• combined awards may reduce Excellence award to 50%.
• 2027 number/value pending.

Chevening

• full tuition.
• monthly living allowance.
• economy travel.
• arrival/departure allowance.
• UK visa fee.
• TB-test contribution.
• Chevening event travel.
• partnership award for applicants choosing Southampton first.

Eligibility

Undergraduate

• international overseas-fee payer.
• offer for eligible course.
• full-time، in-person.
• start Year 1.

Not for foundation، distance learning، Malaysia or Delhi campuses.

Postgraduate

• international overseas-fee.
• eligible full-time in-person Master’s offer.
• tuition deposit condition.
• self-funded.
• meet admission requirements.
• general award excludes above five countries under current scheme.

Chevening

• eligible nationality.
• return home 2 years.
• qualifying undergraduate degree.
• degree completed at least 2 years before deadline.
• 2,800 eligible work hours after degree.
• apply to 3 UK Master’s courses.
• get at least one unconditional offer.
• meet Southampton admission.
• work may include employment، volunteering، internships.
• choose Southampton first for partnership.

How to apply

Undergraduate

course choose → admission apply → offer → meet conditions → automatic consideration.

Postgraduate

choose Master’s → apply → offer → meet deposit/conditions → automatic consideration.

Chevening

verify eligibility → choose 3 courses → write Chevening application yourself → separately apply to Southampton → interview docs if shortlisted → obtain offer.

Important

Chevening prohibits AI-generated application answers.

Typical documents

transcripts، school/degree certificates، English proof، personal statement، references، CV if required، passport/ID، course-specific docs.

FAQ

Global Excellence is not fully funded; Chevening is. Current Undergraduate and Postgraduate Excellence values are £3,000. No separate Excellence form under current arrangement. Some awards can be combined. Chevening is postgraduate only.

The Southampton Excellence Scholarships normally use information already supplied through the University admission process. Depending on the course, applicants may need: Academic transcripts Secondary-school qualifications for undergraduate admission Bachelor’s degree certificate for postgraduate admission Proof of English-language proficiency, where required

Criteria for University of Southampton Scholarships

Applicants must meet the admission and English-language requirements of their selected University of Southampton course in addition to the scholarship-specific conditions below.

Undergraduate Global Excellence Scholarship Eligibility

Under the current scheme, applicants must

Be international students who are liable to pay overseas tuition fees

Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for an eligible University of Southampton undergraduate programme

Study full-time and in person

Begin their programme in Year 1

The scholarship is not available for

One-year foundation programmes

Distance-learning courses

Programmes at the University’s Malaysia campus

Programmes at the University’s Delhi campus

There is no separate scholarship application under the current system.

Global Excellence Scholarship Eligibility

Under the current postgraduate scheme, applicants must

Be classified as international students paying overseas tuition fees

Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for an eligible full-time, in-person master’s programme

Meet the required tuition deposit condition

Be self-funded

Satisfy the academic and admission requirements of their selected programme

The general Global Excellence Scholarship currently applies to international students except those from China, India, Nigeria, Thailand, and Vietnam, who are considered through separate country-specific Excellence Scholarships.

Chevening–Southampton Scholarship Eligibility

To qualify for a Chevening Scholarship, applicants must

Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory

Commit to returning to their country of award for at least two years after completing the scholarship

Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies them for a UK master’s programme

Have completed their undergraduate degree at least two years before the application deadline Have at least 2,800 hours of eligible work experience gained after completing their undergraduate degree

Apply to three different eligible UK master’s courses

Obtain at least one qualifying unconditional university offer

Meet the admission requirements of their chosen University of Southampton programme if Southampton is one of their course choices Eligible work experience can include full-time or part-time employment, voluntary work, and paid or unpaid internships completed after the undergraduate degree. For the Chevening–Southampton partnership award specifically, applicants should choose the University of Southampton as their first-choice institution.

for University of Southampton Scholarships?

The application process depends on the scholarship.

for the Undergraduate Global Excellence Scholarship?

• Choose an eligible full-time undergraduate programme at the University of Southampton and check its academic and English-language entry requirements.
• Submit your undergraduate admission application and provide the academic qualifications and supporting documents required for your course.
• Receive a conditional or unconditional offer from Southampton.
• Meet the academic and fee-status requirements of the scholarship.

There is no additional scholarship form under the current scheme. Southampton automatically identifies eligible students and informs successful recipients by email.

for the Global Excellence Scholarship?

• Choose an eligible full-time, in-person postgraduate master’s programme at the University of Southampton.
• Submit your application for admission and provide all documents required by your chosen programme.
• Receive a conditional or unconditional offer.
• Meet the scholarship conditions, including the required tuition fee deposit requirement.
• No separate scholarship application is required under the current scheme. Eligible students are considered automatically, with awards made on a first-come, first-served basis until the available scholarships have been allocated.

Students from China, India, Nigeria, Thailand, and Vietnam should check the relevant country-specific Excellence Scholarship rather than the general Global Excellence award.

for the Chevening–Southampton Scholarship?

• Confirm that you satisfy Chevening’s nationality, education, work-experience, and return-home requirements.
• Select three eligible UK master’s programmes. Students interested in the Chevening–Southampton partnership should include an eligible University of Southampton programme and choose Southampton as their first-choice institution.
• Complete the Chevening online application in your own words. The application assesses your leadership experience, professional relationships, course choices, and career plans.

Chevening explicitly prohibits using AI-generated answers in the scholarship application, so applicants should write their responses themselves.

• Apply separately for admission to the University of Southampton. A Chevening application does not replace the University’s admission process.
• If shortlisted, upload the required education and reference documents and attend a Chevening interview.
• Successful candidates must obtain a qualifying university offer and submit it through the Chevening system.

Our detailed Chevening Scholarship application guide explains the complete process.

Documents Required for University of Southampton Scholarships

The Southampton Excellence Scholarships normally use information already supplied through the University admission process. Depending on the course, applicants may need:

Academic transcripts

Secondary-school qualifications for undergraduate admission

Bachelor’s degree certificate for postgraduate admission

Proof of English-language proficiency, where required

Personal statement

Academic or professional references, where required

CV or résumé for relevant postgraduate programmes

Passport or identification documents

Additional course-specific supporting documents

For applications requiring additional written material, our guides on preparing an academic CV, writing a statement of purpose, and requesting a strong scholarship recommendation letter can help. Chevening applicants initially provide their education and work history and the contact details of two referees. Candidates progressing to interview must later upload their undergraduate degree certificate, photo identification, and two reference letters.

Website

To learn more about the University of Southampton Scholarships, please visit the official scholarship pages:

Undergraduate Global Excellence Scholarship

Global Excellence Scholarship

Chevening Scholarships at the University of Southampton

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the University of Southampton offer scholarships for international students?

Yes. Southampton offers a wide range of international scholarships for undergraduate, master’s, and research students, including University-funded tuition discounts and externally funded scholarships such as Chevening and Commonwealth awards.

Is the University of Southampton Scholarship fully funded?

The main Southampton Global Excellence Scholarships are not fully funded. They provide tuition fee reductions. International students who require complete financial support can apply for fully funded programmes such as Chevening, which covers tuition fees, living costs, travel, and several additional allowances.

How much is the University of Southampton Undergraduate Global Excellence Scholarship?

Under the current scheme, the Undergraduate Global Excellence Scholarship provides a £3,000 reduction in first-year tuition fees. The University has not yet separately confirmed the award value for 2027 entry.

How much is the Southampton Global Excellence Scholarship for master’s students?

The current postgraduate Global Excellence Scholarship is worth £3,000 toward first-year tuition fees, with 83 awards available in the most recently published competition. Southampton has stated that it will publish updated information for 2027 entry.

Do I need a separate application for Southampton Excellence Scholarships?

Under the current arrangements, no. Both the Undergraduate Global Excellence Scholarship and postgraduate Global Excellence Scholarship are awarded automatically to eligible students. Chevening requires a separate competitive application.

Can I combine University of Southampton scholarships?

In some cases, yes. Southampton allows certain awards to be combined provided the total value does not exceed 100% of tuition fees. The exact combination rules vary by scholarship.

Does Southampton offer a Chevening partnership scholarship?

Yes. In addition to standard Chevening awards, Southampton offers a Chevening–Southampton partnership scholarship for eligible master’s applicants who choose the University as their first-choice institution.

Can undergraduate students apply for Chevening at Southampton?

No. Chevening Scholarships fund eligible one-year postgraduate master’s degrees, not undergraduate programmes. Undergraduate students should instead consider Southampton’s undergraduate scholarship schemes.