Scholarships and bursaries for International students

It is a great achievement to be awarded a scholarship. As well as helping you financially, a scholarship will boost your career prospects through valuable networking opportunities. A variety of scholarships and bursaries are available to International students at Kingston University:

Explore our scholarships

International scholarships

The International Office at Kingston University awards scholarships to international students (classified as 'overseas fee status') typically worth £5,000 to successful applicants for the first year of their degree.

GREAT Scholarships 2024

In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, Kingston University London is offering one scholarship each to students from Thailand and Indonesia applying for a postgraduate course.

Loyalty bursaries

10% tuition fee discount

We offer a 10% tuition fee discount for international students who have previously completed a degree or exchange programme at Kingston University or have a family connection to Kingston University.

Faculty scholarships

In addition to the international scholarships and loyalty bursaries, some faculty and course-specific scholarships and bursaries are available:

These awards are offered directly by the relevant faculty, so applications are made through them.

Faculty scholarships
External scholarships

External scholarships

Various sources of funding are available to international students from external organisations, including:

  • Chevening
  • Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan
  • Fullbright Awards
  • Marshall Scholarships

What our students say

Kingston offers several scholarships opportunities. I applied to get a scholarship which I was lucky enough to be the recipient of.

The University has an amazing programme with a great learning environment that helps you adapt quickly and progress towards your academic goals. It is also one of the few universities to implement placements into the masters course I am on; this was important to me when I was searching for universities.

Dorra Ben Slimane, Environmental management MSc

Dorra Ben Slimane, Environmental management MSc

When I applied for a scholarship at Kingston, the entire process was seamless as they cater for all the various factors specific to international students.

The quality of the correspondence from the University during this period made me feel as though I were already a Kingston University student.

Chinedu Mbachu, Mechatronic Systems MSc

Chinedu Mbachu, Mechatronic Systems MSc

I enjoy the learning process at Kingston University and the opportunity that the scholarship gave me. My advice for future international students is: keep moving; do not give up; hard work pays.

My favourite experience so far has been interacting and building relationships with individuals from countries, backgrounds, and cultures different from mine. 

Cynthia Kewe Ofoybe, Accounting and Finance MSc

Cynthia Kewe Ofoybe, Accounting and Finance MSc

There are a lot of uncertainties with leaving home for a new place. 

Choosing an international student-friendly school and country is key to enjoying the full learning experience and developing professionally. This is what the scholarship at Kingston University provided me with.

Barbara Gyanwa Ghartey, Quantity Surveying with Professional Placement MSc

Barbara Gyanwa Ghartey, Quantity Surveying with Professional Placement MSc

Scholarships for UK students

If you are a home student (classified as home fee payer) you can also explore our:

Contact us

Please get in touch if you have any queries about our International scholarships. We are here to help.

Tel: +44 (0)20 3510 0746
Email: internationalenquiries@kingston.ac.uk

International Scholarships Department
Kingston University London
Yorkon Building 0019
Kingston Hill campus
Kingston upon Thames, KT2 7LB
United Kingdom

Please note that Kingston University reserves the right to withdraw or amend a scholarship or bursary without prior notification. Scholarships and bursaries are offered subject to funding and availability.