Cardiff University Scholarships 2027 offer financial support to eligible international students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the United Kingdom. Awards include tuition fee discounts for outstanding students from different countries.
Scholarships vary by degree level, nationality and programme. Most awards provide partial tuition support rather than full funding.
Available Scholarships and Benefits
1. Undergraduate International Excellence Scholarship
– Award value: £10,000
– For eligible international undergraduate students starting in autumn 2027.
– Awarded as a tuition fee discount.
– Application deadline: 2 April 2027.
2. Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship
Eligible international undergraduates may receive £3,500, or £5,000 for students domiciled in certain countries, subject to the scholarship’s terms and conditions. Selected postgraduate applicants may qualify for separate awards of £4,000–£10,000.
3. Vice-Chancellor’s Postgraduate International Scholarship
This scholarship supports eligible international students enrolling in selected taught Master’s programmes. Nigerian applicants may qualify for an award of £10,000 for the January 2027 intake, subject to eligibility requirements.
4. Other Funding Opportunities
Depending on nationality and course, students may also explore the GREAT Scholarship, Cardiff Business School scholarships, Chevening and other external funding opportunities. Each scheme has separate eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants generally need to:
– Meet the academic entry requirements for their chosen programme.
– Hold an offer for an eligible Cardiff University course.
– Qualify as an international student for tuition fee purposes, where required.
– Meet the scholarship’s nationality and funding conditions.
– Submit any required scholarship application before the deadline.
Some scholarships are restricted to specific countries or courses. Students receiving certain other forms of funding may not qualify.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
– Academic transcripts and certificates
– Passport or identification documents
– University admission application
– Personal statement, where required
– Evidence of English-language proficiency
– Any additional documents requested for the specific scholarship
Application Deadlines
Deadlines depend on the scholarship and intended start date.
For selected 2027 opportunities:
– Undergraduate International Excellence Scholarship: 2 April 2027.
– January 2027 postgraduate international scholarship: Course application deadline of 4 December 2026, with offer acceptance and deposit due by 11 December 2026.
– Other awards have separate deadlines.
How to Apply
Applicants should apply for admission to an eligible Cardiff University programme first. Depending on the award, eligible students may be invited to submit a scholarship application or may be considered automatically.
Review the conditions carefully, submit all required documents and meet the applicable admission and scholarship deadlines.
Conclusion
(Apply Now) The Cardiff University Scholarships 2027 provide international students with opportunities to reduce the cost of studying in the UK. With awards ranging from several thousand pounds to £10,000 for eligible programmes, these scholarships can make undergraduate and postgraduate education more affordable.
Applicants should confirm the current terms for their chosen course and remember that most awards do not cover all tuition fees or living expenses.