Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Saltire Scholarships?
Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships (SSS) is a programme of scholarships run by the Scottish Government. The scheme offers up to 200 awards, each worth £2000 towards the tuition fees of successful applicants.
What level of study are the scholarships available for?
Scholarships are available for one year of an Undergraduate, Masters or PhD course at any of Scotland’s higher education institutions. Find out where to study.
What subjects can I study?
The scholarships are designed to support the promotion of Scotland as a learning nation and a science nation and are therefore targeted at the priority sectors of:
- Creative industries
- Life sciences
- Technology
- Financial services
- Renewable and clean energy
This list is not exclusive and applications for courses in broader subject areas will be considered. Please check with your institution to see what courses are covered. Examples on the list of subjects that can be studied can be found here.
Are the scholarships limited to specific countries?
Yes, the four priority countries are:
- Canada
- China (Hong Kong also being eligible as it is a Special Administrative Region of China)
- India
- United States of America
I come from a country not mentioned above, can I still apply?
Unfortunately, at this time Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships (SSS) are only available to citizens of Canada, China, India and America.
Can I apply for a Saltire Scholarship at another UK institution?
No, the Scottish Government funds the Saltire Scholarship programme and you would need to study at a Scottish institution.
What does the scholarship award cover?
The scheme offers up to 200 awards, each worth £2000, towards the cost of tuition fees for one-year of an Undergraduate, Masters or PhD course at any of Scotland’s higher education institutions.
What about the remainder of the tuition fee cost and other living expenses?
Any additional costs and expenses are the responsibility of the student
Can I study part time or by distance learning from home?
No, courses must be full time and delivered in Scotland. Not online or by distance learning.
How do I apply?
You should complete the application form. Once completed you should send your application form to both your chosen institution and to ScotlandsSaltireScholarships@scotland.gsi.gov.uk
Do I need to apply to my university before hand?
Yes, you need an unconditional or conditional offer from your university before your application can be considered.
How do I find out about visa and immigration arrangements?
Our website has a lot of information on the procedures and criteria on immigration arrangements for foreign students.
If you have any further questions on visas and immigration procedures you can contact the Relocation Advisory Service.
Is there a closing date for applications?
Yes, the closing date for 2012/13 applications is 1 June 2012.
When will I be informed of the decision?
Your university will inform you shortly after the closing date.
If I have more questions, whom should I contact?
In the first instance, you should contact the university you are applying to. You can also email the Saltire Scholarship mailbox