Education Beyond Borders Postgraduate Scholarship

We offer up to 20 postgraduate scholarships for displaced people already based in the UK. Successful applicants will receive partial or full funding and stipends to support full time and on-campus study at the University of Edinburgh.

Scholarship details

Applications for the 2026/2027 Education Beyond Borders Postgraduate Scholarship are now open. Applications close 17 February 2026.

In addition to funding, the Education Beyond Borders team supports scholars with academic, professional and personal development throughout their studies, offering:

  • one-to-one wellbeing support
  • information sessions
  • academic guidance
  • social events.

Students also benefit from our connections across the University and the city of Edinburgh. This network provides access to peer support, initiatives to overcome linguistic and academic barriers, and resources to support the transition into employment. The scholarship is therefore designed for students who will actively engage with and benefit from this enhanced support.
 

Before you apply – checklist

The checklist will help you navigate the scholarship's eligibility criteria, understand which degree courses you can study with the scholarship and explain how the funding works. 

Please ensure that you have read through each page in the checklist before you apply.

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1. Check your eligibility

To be eligible to apply for the scholarship, you must meet specific criteria.

2. See the eligible courses

You must apply to the University of Edinburgh for your chosen postgraduate programme.

Other funding opportunities

3. Understand how the funding works

It is really important you understand the funding structure of this scholarship before applying. 

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4. Read the terms and conditions

You must read the scholarship terms and conditions carefully before you apply and again before you accept a scholarship offer from us.  

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5. Attend an information session

An information session on the Education Beyond Borders Postgraduate Scholarship will take place 10am-12pm on 13 January 2026.  

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6. Check the costs and make a budget

Before applying for the scholarship, look at our budget advice to determine your financial means.

7. Apply to the scholarship

Learn about the application process and start your application. 

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