The Vice-Chancellor’s Postgraduate International Scholarship 2027 at Cardiff University is a prestigious partial funding opportunity for high-achieving international students pursuing a postgraduate taught (Master’s) degree in the United Kingdom. The scholarship offers a tuition fee reduction ranging from £3,500 to £10,000, helping to significantly lower the cost of studying at one of the UK’s top research universities.

This competitive award reflects Cardiff University’s commitment to attracting outstanding global talent and supporting academic excellence across a wide range of disciplines.

About Cardiff University

Cardiff University is a leading public research university located in Cardiff, Wales, and a proud member of the Russell Group, which represents the UK’s top research-intensive universities. Established in 1883, the university is internationally recognized for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and close links with industry, government, and global research networks.

With a diverse international student community and state-of-the-art facilities, Cardiff University offers an enriching academic environment across disciplines such as medicine, engineering, law, business, journalism, and the social and natural sciences.

Degree Level

Postgraduate (Master’s / Postgraduate Taught Programmes)

Available Subjects

The scholarship applies to selected postgraduate taught programmes, including but not limited to:

• Business and Management

• Engineering

• Computer Science and Data Science

• Health and Medicine

• Social Sciences

• Architecture

• Education

• Law

• Journalism and Media

• Environmental Studies

Eligibility depends on the chosen programme. Applicants must hold an offer for an eligible course.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• £3,500 to £10,000 tuition fee reduction

• Discount applied directly to first-year tuition fees

• Automatic consideration (no separate scholarship application required)

Eligible Nationalities

The scholarship is available to international students from selected countries, categorized by award value:

£3,500 Award Countries

Ghana, India, Iran, Iraq, Japan, Malaysia, Nepal, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, UAE, Uganda, USA, Zambia, and several European, Asian, and Middle Eastern countries.

£6,000 Award Countries

Cyprus, Egypt, Greece, Jordan, Kenya, Mexico, Pakistan, Taiwan.

£10,000 Award Countries

Bangladesh, Nigeria.

Note: Students from Pakistan are eligible for a £6,000 tuition fee discount.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be an international, fee-paying student

• Hold an offer for an eligible postgraduate taught programme at Cardiff University

• Meet or exceed the published academic and English language requirements

• Accept the offer and pay any required deposit by the stated deadline

• Apply to Cardiff University before the relevant cut-off date

• Be domiciled in an eligible country

Applicants admitted with grades below the published minimum are not eligible, even if an offer is issued.

Application Procedure

There is no separate scholarship application.

To be considered, applicants must:

1. Apply for an eligible Master’s programme at Cardiff University

2. Receive and accept an offer of admission

3. Pay any required deposit by the deadline

If all criteria are met, the scholarship will be automatically awarded.

Deadlines

Scholarship deadlines vary depending on the intake (September or January) and the selected programme.

Applicants must complete the following by the deadlines stated in their offer letter:

• Submit the programme application

• Accept the offer

• Pay the required deposit

Applicants are strongly advised to check the official Cardiff University website or offer email for the most accurate and up-to-date deadline information.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the Cardiff University Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship fully funded?
No, this is a partial funding scholarship that provides a tuition fee discount of £3,500 to £10,000.

Do I need to submit a separate scholarship application?
No. Eligible students are automatically considered once they accept an offer and meet all requirements.

Can students from Pakistan apply for this scholarship?
Yes. Students from Pakistan are eligible for a £6,000 tuition fee reduction.

Is the scholarship available for all Master’s programmes?
No. It applies only to selected postgraduate taught programmes at Cardiff University.

When will I know if I have received the scholarship?
If eligible, the scholarship will be confirmed after you accept your offer and pay the required deposit.

Published on: 14 Jan 2026