Scholarships
The British government and other UK organisations offer a range of international student scholarships and awards for studying in Scotland, particularly if you're a postgraduate student.
Below are the main UK scholarship schemes for international postgraduate study.
You can also search and apply for scholarships on the Education UK website
Saltire Scholarships
Under Scotland's Saltire Scholarships scheme, 200 awards are available for one year of study on an undergraduate, Masters or PhD course to students from Canada, China, India and the USA.
This is part of the Scottish Government's continuing support for the 'brightest and best' students to come and study in Scotland.
Read more about Scotland's Saltire Scholarship
Royal Society Fellowships
The Royal Society offers incoming fellowships for researchers from North America and Asia. The aim is to attract outstanding postdoctoral scientists to undertake research at a UK laboratory.
The fellowships are available for up to two years for the USA and Canada and up to one year if you are from Asia.
Read more about Royal Society Fellowships
Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP)
The CSFP is aimed at Commonwealth citizens who can make a significant contribution to their home country after studying in the UK.
CSFP Scholarships are usually for between one and three years.
They cover the cost of travel to and from the UK, tuition fees and living expenses.
Read more about CSFP
British Chevening Scholarships
The British Chevening Scholarship scheme aims to bring future leaders, decision-makers and opinion-formers to the UK for a period of postgraduate study.
To be eligible, you should have a proven record of success and have the potential to rise to a position of power and influence in your chosen career.
They cover all or part of the cost of a one-year postgraduate course in the UK.
Read more about British Chevening Scholarships