Aberdeen Global Scholarship Opens for 2026-2027 Cohort

A major funding opportunity has just opened for international students aiming to study in the United Kingdom. The Aberdeen Global Scholarship is now available for new self-funded undergraduate and PGDE applicants enrolling at the University of Aberdeen for the 2026–2027 academic year. This news post highlights what this scholarship offers, who it is meant for, and how long it will remain open for eligible students planning their studies for the upcoming intake.

This scholarship serves as a substantial financial support package designed to reduce the cost burden for students relocating to Scotland. Worth £6,000 per year, the award is automatically granted to new international on-campus undergraduate and PGDE students, allowing them to focus on academics and personal growth without the weight of full tuition expenses. This article breaks down the benefits, eligibility checks, and the official availability period of this scholarship.

What the Aberdeen Global Scholarship Offers?

The scholarship brings multiple advantages for international applicants:

• £6,000 tuition fee reduction per academic year
• Automatically applied to eligible students; no separate application required
• Available for the full duration of the undergraduate or PGDE programme
• Helps ease financial pressures associated with moving abroad
• Supports a smooth transition into life in Aberdeen, a city known for its coastal beauty, friendly community, and strong academic culture

Note: The scholarship does not apply to Medicine, Dentistry, or DPLP programmes.

Eligibility Checks

Applicants qualify for the Aberdeen Global Scholarship if they meet the following criteria:

• Must be a new, self-funded international student
• Must be enrolling in a full-time on-campus undergraduate or PGDE programme
• Must hold international fee status
• Must be starting studies in Academic Years 2025/26 or 2026/27
• Must not be fully sponsored or receiving fully funded external awards
• Can still hold awards from the University of Aberdeen Development Trust

Deadline for the 2026–2027 Cohort

The Aberdeen Global Scholarship remains available until further notice, giving applicants flexibility as they prepare for the 2026–2027 academic cycle.