International Scholarships and Bursaries

Wales Global Academy International Scholarships

We are pleased to be providing scholarship opportunities to students from across the world.

There are a range of international scholarships available, so please consult the information below for current opportunities and eligibility criteria.

If you meet any of our eligibility criteria you will automatically be considered for one of the below International Scholarships. You don’t need to complete another form, simply apply for your course and if you receive a Conditional Offer from the University any relevant international scholarship will be applied automatically.

Students are only entitled to one of the scholarships listed below.
Multiple scholarships will not be awarded.

All Wales Global Academy International scholarships are only available to self-funded international students applying for a place of study on an on-campus full time course.

UWTSD Wales Global Academy Alumni Scholarship – up to £3,000

UWTSD are offering a scholarship of up to £3000 for Alumni of the University who are seeking entry onto one of our postgraduate courses. To be eligible, you must have completed a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate course awarded by UWTSD or University of Wales and studied for at one of our main UK campuses or overseas collaborative partners.

UWTSD Commonwealth Country Scholarship – up to £3,000

To recognise the close links that exist between the UK and Commonwealth Countries and to celebrate the fact the University’s Royal Patron is HRH the Prince of Wales,  the University will offer a scholarship of up to £3000 for International students from a commonwealth country applying for a Master’s level course.

External Scholarships

The Global Wales Postgraduate Scholarship – Apply direct through the Global Wales website

Find out more about this incredible opportunity for International students from the USA, Canada, India, Vietnam and countries of the European Union. 

The Global Wales Postgraduate Scholarship offers scholarships, each worth £10,000, to study a full-time Master's programme in Wales. See our Postgraduate scholarship page for more information.

Applications for the Global Wales Postgraduate Scholarship 2023 are now open, and will close on 31st May 2023. 

Lloyd Family Travel Scholarship

Promoting Education and Cultural Links Between Wales and North America.  

The Scholarships provide an opportunity for North Americans students to apply for an award to cover travel-related expenses in undertaking studies related to Welsh-American history and culture in Wales. The award is designed to support students aspiring to Bachelor, Master and Doctoral degrees or equivalent at recognized academic institutions in Wales. Application must be supported by the host institution. Financial needs must be documented.

The recipient does not have to be of a Welsh ethnic background however, a connection with Wales is an important asset.

The award will be made in Summer 2023 based on competition and sufficient merit.

Applications for 2023–24 are now open. Deadline for application: June 15th 2023. Apply through the North America Wales Foundation.

Grants for Financial Assistance

• The requester should provide a recommendation from a recognized Welsh American cultural or academic institution.
• Application for grant amounts in excess of $1,000 should provide an indication of the total cost of the proposed activity.
• Scope: Facilitation of cultural exchange between North America and Wales.

Apply on the North America Wales Foundation.

North America Wales Foundation Exchange Scholarship 2022–2023

The Exchange Scholarship programme provides an opportunity for North American students to apply for a $5,000 award to study in Wales. The award is designed to support students aspiring to Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees or equivalent at recognized academic institutions in Wales. Application must be supported by the host institution.

The recipient does not have to be of a Welsh ethnic background however, a connection with Wales is an important asset.

Apply through the North America Wales Foundation.

Other Funding - when you have enrolled as a student;

• International Distance Learner bursaries
    - for assistance with tuition fees if studying by distance
• Exceptional Circumstances Fund
  - Assistance for students experiencing unexpected financial costs

Campus contact when you arrive in Wales