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£2,000 – £10,000

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Discounts for Surrey graduates

University Scholarship

A 20% tuition-fee discount for eligible self-funded University of Surrey graduates continuing to a taught postgraduate Masters programme.

Award Description20% off tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Self-funded home or international student
  • studied an undergraduate course at the University of Surrey, including SII DUFE graduates
  • hold an offer for a postgraduate taught course at Surrey
  • Associated Institution students, modular self-pacing students and students on health sciences courses are not eligible
  • eligibility is confirmed from evidence of the Surrey award and study in Guildford.

How to Apply

  1. 1No application form
  2. 2the University identifies eligible students automatically.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Early payment discount

Open for 2026

An automatic £2,000 first-year tuition-fee waiver for eligible self-funded international Masters students who pay their tuition deposit within 10 days of receiving an offer.

Award Description£2,000 off tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineAutomatic
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Overseas fee-paying student on a full-time Masters starting September 2026 or February 2027
  • self-funded, with educational-loan recipients eligible
  • deposit paid through the applicant portal within 10 days of offer
  • not open to Surrey International Study Centre students, part-time or distance-learning courses including Veterinary General Practice PGCert
  • cannot be combined with another University-managed scholarship such as International Excellence or Future Leaders
  • may be combined with the alumni discount
  • MBA offer holders may combine it with eligible MBA programme-managed scholarships.

How to Apply

  1. 1No application
  2. 2automatically awarded when eligibility and the 10-day deposit-payment condition are met.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

International Excellence Award (postgraduate)

Open for 2026

A £5,000 first-year tuition-fee waiver recognising academic excellence among selected self-funded international Masters students.

Award Description£5,000 off tuition fees
CoversTuition
Deadline21-AUG-2026; 08-JAN-2027
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Overseas fee-paying student
  • hold an offer for a full-time Masters programme
  • self-funded
  • not from Surrey International Study Centre
  • apply before CAS is issued
  • excludes part-time and distance-learning courses, MSc Artificial Intelligence (Conversion), MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences, MSc Biotechnology, MSc Human Nutrition and Food Science, and MBA
  • cannot be combined with alumni or early payment discount
  • first-year only for two-year programmes
  • award is not deferrable.

How to Apply

  1. 1Hold a Surrey offer and submit the scholarship application form before CAS issuance
  2. 2applications are reviewed monthly and allocated first-come, first-served.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

International Excellence Award (Undergraduate)

Open for 2026

A £5,000 first-year tuition-fee waiver recognising academic excellence among selected self-funded international undergraduate students.

Award Description£5,000 off tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineTue Aug 25 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelBachelors
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Overseas fee-paying student
  • Surrey must be firm UCAS choice
  • hold an offer for a full-time Bachelor degree at FHEQ Level 4
  • self-funded
  • apply before CAS is issued
  • excludes part-time and distance-learning courses and Surrey International Study Centre students
  • award applies to first year only
  • cannot receive another Surrey scholarship
  • not deferrable
  • course application through UCAS required by 30 June 2026
  • Clearing applicants require ABB or equivalent.

How to Apply

  1. 1Hold a Surrey offer and submit the scholarship application form
  2. 2applications are reviewed monthly and allocated first-come, first-served.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Surrey MBA AI Pathfinders Scholarship

University Scholarship

A partial MBA scholarship for candidates interested in the opportunities and challenges of AI and its responsible, strategic application in leadership and careers.

Award Description10-50% of tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineRolling
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Meet Surrey MBA entry requirements
  • self-funded or receiving partial sponsorship or a loan
  • open to full-time and part-time MBA applicants
  • particularly aimed at, but not restricted to, candidates interested in the Artificial Intelligence Pathway
  • only one University of Surrey scholarship may be received
  • scholarship cannot be deferred
  • part-time awards are split equally across study years.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the MBA programme application and informal interview
  2. 2applicants are encouraged to explain in the personal statement why the scholarship matters and how it supports career goals
  3. 3selection is based on the application and interview.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Surrey MBA Enterprise Trailblazer Scholarship

University Scholarship

A partial MBA scholarship for candidates who challenge assumptions, think creatively and show determination to turn bold ideas into ventures, particularly those interested in entrepreneurship.

Award Description10-50% of tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineRolling
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Meet Surrey MBA entry requirements
  • self-funded or receiving partial sponsorship or a loan
  • open to full-time and part-time MBA applicants
  • particularly aimed at, but not restricted to, candidates interested in the Entrepreneurship Pathway
  • only one University of Surrey scholarship may be received
  • scholarship cannot be deferred
  • part-time awards are split equally across study years.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the MBA programme application and informal interview
  2. 2applicants are encouraged to explain in the personal statement why the scholarship matters and how it supports career goals
  3. 3selection is based on the application and interview.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Surrey MBA Service Stewardship Scholarship

University Scholarship

A partial MBA scholarship for candidates aspiring to lead in hospitality, tourism and service-focused industries, with emphasis on customer experience, service design and team leadership.

Award Description10-50% of tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineRolling
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Meet Surrey MBA entry requirements
  • self-funded or receiving partial sponsorship or a loan
  • open to full-time and part-time MBA applicants
  • particularly aimed at, but not restricted to, candidates interested in the Hospitality Service Leadership Pathway
  • only one University of Surrey scholarship may be received
  • scholarship cannot be deferred
  • part-time awards are split equally across study years.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the MBA programme application and informal interview
  2. 2applicants are encouraged to explain in the personal statement why the scholarship matters and how it supports career goals
  3. 3selection is based on the application and interview.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Surrey MBA Women in Leadership

University Scholarship

A partial MBA scholarship supporting female candidates who have demonstrated impact in business and aspire to mentor, inspire and support other women in leadership.

Award Description10-50% of tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineRolling
Eligible countriesOpen to all eligible countries
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
Business & Management

Eligibility

  • Female applicant
  • meet Surrey MBA entry requirements
  • self-funded or receiving partial sponsorship or a loan
  • open to full-time and part-time MBA applicants
  • only one University of Surrey scholarship may be received
  • scholarship cannot be deferred
  • part-time awards are split equally across study years.

How to Apply

  1. 1Complete the MBA programme application and informal interview
  2. 2applicants are encouraged to explain in the personal statement why the scholarship matters and how it supports career goals
  3. 3selection is based on the application and interview.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Vice-Chancellor's Future Leaders Award (postgraduate)

Open for 2026

A £7,500 first-year tuition-fee waiver for selected international Masters students who demonstrate academic excellence, social responsibility and future leadership potential.

Award Description£7,500 off tuition fees
CoversTuition
Deadline21-AUG-2026; 08-JAN-2027
Eligible countriesAlgeria, Botswana, Brazil +26 more
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Overseas fee-paying student domiciled in an eligible listed country
  • hold an offer for a full-time Masters degree
  • self-funded
  • apply before CAS is issued
  • not open to Surrey International Study Centre students, part-time or distance-learning courses, MSc Artificial Intelligence (Conversion), MSc Applied Analytical Chemistry, MSc Biotechnology, MSc Food Science, MSc Human Nutrition, MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences or MBA
  • cannot be combined with another Surrey scholarship, alumni discount or early payment discount
  • award is first-year only on two-year courses and is not deferrable.

How to Apply

  1. 1Hold a Surrey offer and submit the scholarship application form before CAS issuance
  2. 2applications are reviewed monthly and allocated first-come, first-served.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Vice-Chancellor's Future Leaders Award (undergraduate)

Open for 2026

A £7,500 first-year tuition-fee waiver for selected international undergraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence, social responsibility and future leadership potential.

Award Description£7,500 off tuition fees
CoversTuition
DeadlineTue Aug 25 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesAlgeria, Botswana, Brazil +26 more
Programme levelBachelors
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Overseas fee-paying student domiciled in an eligible listed country
  • hold an offer for a full-time Bachelor degree at FHEQ Level 4
  • self-funded
  • Surrey must be firm UCAS choice
  • apply before CAS is issued
  • Clearing applicants may apply
  • not open to Surrey International Study Centre students, part-time or distance-learning applicants
  • cannot be combined with another Surrey scholarship, alumni discount or early payment discount
  • award applies to first year only and is not deferrable.

How to Apply

  1. 1Hold a Surrey offer and submit the scholarship application form before CAS issuance
  2. 2applications are reviewed monthly and allocated first-come, first-served.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Vietnam Flagship Postgraduate Scholarship

Open for 2026

Two highly competitive merit-based scholarships for outstanding postgraduate applicants from Vietnam, each providing a 50% first-year tuition-fee reduction for February 2027 study.

Award Description50% tuition fee reduction
CoversTuition
DeadlineFri Dec 11 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesVietnam
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Overseas fee-paying student
  • hold an offer for a full-time Masters programme commencing February 2027
  • self-funded
  • Vietnamese passport holder residing in Vietnam
  • achieved or expected to achieve UK First Class Honours equivalent, stated as GPA 8.0/10 in a Vietnam Bachelor's degree
  • not from Surrey International Study Centre
  • excludes part-time/distance-learning programmes, MSc Applied Analytical Chemistry, MSc Artificial Intelligence (Conversion), MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences, MSc Biotechnology, MSc Human Nutrition, MSc Food Science and MBA
  • not deferrable
  • cannot receive another Surrey scholarship or combine with alumni/early payment discounts
  • first-year only on two-year courses
  • recipients are expected to act as ambassadors and participate in marketing/recruitment activities.

How to Apply

  1. 1Hold a valid Surrey offer and submit the scholarship application form before the deadline
  2. 2applications are reviewed after the deadline and only successful candidates are notified.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

Vietnam Merit Scholarship

Open for 2026

Five merit scholarships for exceptional postgraduate applicants from Vietnam, each providing a £10,000 first-year tuition-fee waiver for February 2027 study.

Award Description£10,000 tuition fee waiver
CoversTuition
DeadlineFri Dec 11 2026 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time)
Eligible countriesVietnam
Programme levelPostgraduate · Taught
Field of study
All Disciplines

Eligibility

  • Overseas fee-paying student
  • hold an offer for a full-time postgraduate programme commencing February 2027
  • self-funded
  • Vietnamese passport holder residing in Vietnam
  • achieved or expected to achieve UK Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1) equivalent, stated as GPA 7.0/10 in a Vietnam Bachelor's degree
  • not from Surrey International Study Centre
  • excludes part-time/distance-learning programmes, MSc Applied Analytical Chemistry, MSc Artificial Intelligence (Conversion), MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences, MSc Biotechnology, MSc Human Nutrition, MSc Food Science and MBA
  • not deferrable
  • cannot receive another Surrey scholarship or combine with alumni/early payment discounts
  • first-year only on two-year courses
  • recipients are expected to act as ambassadors and participate in marketing/recruitment activities.

How to Apply

  1. 1Hold a valid Surrey offer and submit the scholarship application form before the deadline
  2. 2applications are reviewed after the deadline and only successful candidates are notified.

Application opens on University of Surrey's official portal. Masters Scholarship does not process applications directly.

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