The prestigious Vice-Chancellor’s Award scholarships aim to recognise and support outstanding international students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership qualities and a commitment to the betterment of society.

Benefits

  • Cost of full tuition fee is covered for the first year of your study.

Requirements

To apply for this scholarship, you must fulfil the following criteria:

  • You must have received and accepted an offer to study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate programme at University College Birmingham. Part-time courses, distance learning courses or other levels of study are not eligible.
  • You must have overseas fee status and be paying overseas tuition fees. Home fee payers are not eligible.
  • The minimum requirements are 144 UCAS tariff points (or international equivalents) for undergraduate programmes and 1st class honours (or international equivalents) for postgraduate programmes.
  • This scholarship is available to students’ first year of study only.
  • You must have paid at least £1,000 towards your deposit within 14 days of receiving your scholarship offer. Otherwise, the scholarship offer will be withdrawn.
  • You agree to provide testimonials, feature in case studies and/or participate in marketing activities upon request.

Method of Application

  • Obtain an offer for a programme starting in September 2026 or February 2027.
  • Submit your application via one of the following links, depending on your intake: September 2026 or February 2027.
  • Include a personal statement and in 500 words, demonstrate your achievements in your field of study, your career aspirations, and your contribution to the betterment of society.
  • You will be notified of the outcome via email.

Enquiries: international@ucb.ac.uk.

For More Information,

Visit the Official Webpage

Application Deadline: October 31, 2026.