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Each year, Avon and Somerset Police will be offering four bursaries to support new applicants onto the Social Science Foundation Year. The bursaries are available to those who are from the global majority and who intend to progress onto the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship or the Professional Policing Degree. This is a match funded bursary between Avon and Somerset Police and the UWE Bristol School of Social Sciences. It is intended to provide applicants from the global majority the opportunity to gain a Level 3 qualification to meet entry criteria for the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship or the Professional Policing Degree. It is worth £5760 to the successful applicant and is to be used for course fees. Eligibility You can apply if you meet the following criteria: are from a Global Majority background intend to join the police with Avon and Somerset Constabulary have a conditional or unconditional offer for the Foundation Year in Social Sciences.

Widening participation

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Other eligibility requirements Applicants for Chevening Scholarships must: be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory return to their country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after their award has ended have completed all components of an undergraduate degree that will enable entry onto a postgraduate programme at a UK university by the time they submit their application (this is typically equivalent to an upper second-class 2:1 honours degree in the UK) have at least two years of work experience.

Academic excellence

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Applicants will need to apply for both a full time master’s degree and a Chevening Scholarship and applications must be submitted online for the Chevening Scholarships. Applicants should read the online guidance and be able to demonstrate how they meet the Chevening selection criteria before submitting an application.

Other eligibility requirements We are looking for applicants who have a good academic background and a passion for the arts and creative industries. Eligible applicants must: hold an unconditional offer or a conditional offer where IELTS or equivalent English language is the only condition be a new student to UWE Bristol with no previous UK study be classed as overseas for fees purposes not be a sponsored student or in receipt of another scholarship/award Eligible courses: MA Animation MA Design Communication: Fashion Photography MA Design Communication: Graphic Design MA Design Communication: Illustration MA Designer/Maker MA Filmmaking MA Fine Art MA Fine Art: Curating MA Fine Art: Photography MA Fine Art: Printmaking MA Journalism

Academic excellence

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You will be invited to apply for the scholarship and in doing so will be asked to upload a short video of yourself answering the following questions: Why did you apply to UWE Bristol? Why did you apply for the course? What are you looking forward to most?

Eligible applicants must be applying from a country that recently has been subject to a significant adverse environmental, health or security impact, where its alleviation relates to the subject area of the selected MSc programme hold an unconditional offer or a conditional offer where IELTS or equivalent English language is the only condition be a new student to UWE Bristol with no previous UK study be classed as overseas for fees purposes not be a sponsored student or in receipt of another scholarship/award provide official transcripts at the time of application. Eligible courses MRes Applied Sciences MSc Biomedical Science MSc Science Communication MSc Environmental Health MSc Health Psychology MSc Occupational Psychology MSc Public Health MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc Business Psychology MSc Health Technology MSc Applied Transfusion and Transplantation MSc Forensic Science MSc Sustainable Food Systems MSc Conservation Leadership MSc Psychology (Conversion)

Mature students

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You will be invited to apply as part of the application process, if you pass the eligibility criteria.

Eligible applicants must hold an unconditional offer or a conditional offer where IELTS or equivalent English language is the only condition be a new student to UWE Bristol with no previous UK study be classed as overseas for fees purposes not be a sponsored student or in receipt of another scholarship/award provide official transcripts at the time of application. Note for successful candidates: you will need to prove when accepting the Scholarship that you satisfy the UKVI criteria in terms of being able to cover living costs and the remainder of the fee. Eligible courses MRes Applied Sciences MSc Biomedical Science MSc Science Communication MSc Environmental Health MSc Health Psychology MSc Occupational Psychology MSc Public Health MSc Sport and Exercise Psychology MSc Business Psychology MSc Health Technology MSc Applied Transfusion and Transplantation Science MSc Forensic Science MSc Sustainable Food Systems MSc Conservation Leadership MSc Psychology (Conversion)

Mature students

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You will be invited to apply as part of the application process, if you pass the eligibility criteria.

Other eligibility requirements Eligibility To be eligible for the Employability Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria: have a fee status of international/EU overseas fee payer have an offer for postgraduate study. Students who are fully sponsored for their tuition fees by their employer or by a professional body are not eligible for the scholarship.

Academic excellence

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You will be invited to apply for the scholarship when you receive an offer decision. Submit the application before the deadline. The final selection will be based on academic merit and alignment with your course focus.

Other eligibility requirements Scholarship benefits Two £4,000 scholarships available towards a postgraduate course fee. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with UniQuest, our enquiry partner, and gain insights into how AI is shaping their service. You will be supported by some of the university’s professional teams. Eligibility This scholarship is open to international postgraduate applicants only. Applicants must be pursuing postgraduate studies at UWE Bristol; all courses are open to applicants with an interest in AI and how they think it will shape their future career aspirations. Applicants must be able to give 10 hours per month to collaborate with UWE Bristol’s Future Students, Marketing and Communications Team.

Academic excellence

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You will be invited to apply for the scholarship when you receive an offer decision. Submit the application before the deadline. The final selection will be based on academic merit, demonstrated interest in AI, and alignment with your course focus.

Other eligibility requirements In order to be eligible students must: Be an international fee payer Achieve a minimum of 70% attainment Achieve a minimum of 90% attendance Eligible applicants must: pass both the academic and English language progression requirements of their course be a new student to UWE Bristol with no previous UK study be classed as overseas for fees purposes provide official transcripts at the time of application. Note for successful candidates: you will need to prove when accepting the Scholarship that you satisfy the UKVI criteria in terms of being able to cover living costs and the remainder of the fee.

Academic excellence

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Successful candidates will need to submit their E-portfolio and deliver a presentation to the Global Student Support Team. Eligible students will be invited to the audition day.

Other eligibility requirements Eligible applicants must Demonstrate excellence in their chosen sport Represent UWE Bristol in BUCS competitions and raise the profile of their sport through high achievement Satisfy UWE Bristol entry requirements Not be a sponsored student or in receipt of another UWE Bristol tuition fee discount.

Sport

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Register your interest by completing the International Sport Scholarship application form.

Other eligibility requirements Unlock your potential with our International Student Scholarships. International scholarships can provide students with some financial assistance to support diversity, whilst recognising academic excellence. They celebrate achievement, promote global education, and create opportunities for students to thrive in their choice of study. To be eligible you must be an international fee payer. A number of different areas will be considered when offering scholarships including but not exclusive to: course choice personal statement academic references academic performance interviews skills and experience domicile. These scholarships are awarded entirely at the University's discretion.

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

No application is required for an International Student Scholarship. Successful candidates will be contacted and offered an award once an offer is made. Note for successful candidates: you will need to prove when accepting the scholarship that you satisfy the UKVI criteria in terms of being able to cover living costs and the remainder of the fee.

Other eligibility requirements Two scholarships of £2,500 are available for undergraduate students in their first year studying Graphic Design who have a household income of less than £25,000. This scholarship was established in memory of Katherine Gamboa, who sadly died whilst studying at UWE Bristol.

Income related

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The Programme Leader will update you on the status of this award at the start of semester two during your first year of study.

Other eligibility requirements Each year there are two £5,000 scholarships available to level two undergraduate Physiotherapy students who are: excelling in their studies engaged with the Physiotherapy programme. The scholarship was launched by the Needham Cooper Charitable Trust in order to provide financial support for Physiotherapy students.

Income related

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To apply please complete the online application form.

Other eligibility requirements To apply for the bursary, you must have applied for the MSc Science Communication and wish to start the course. Only those who have been or who are in the process of being offered a conditional or unconditional full-time place will be considered eligible. The bursary may only be used on the MSc Science Communication at UWE Bristol.

Mature students

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To apply for the bursary, submit a short piece of writing on the following: Reflect on a personal and/or professional experience that has led you to want to pursue an MSc in science communication – up to 200 words. Explain how you plan to foster creativity and/or inclusion in your work within the science communication community after completing the course – up to 200 words. These examples do not have to be the same as the personal statement you provided when applying to the programme.

The UWE Bristol Sustainability Scholarship is a competitive award for high-achieving international postgraduate students who can demonstrate a strong interest in sustainability and show how their chosen course and career goals align with our values and environmental mission. Eligibility To be considered for this scholarship, you must: be classed as an overseas student for fee purposes hold an offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at UWE Bristol, starting in September 2026 not be in receipt of another UWE Bristol tuition fee discount or scholarship be invited to apply as part of the selection process.

Academic excellence

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Application for this scholarship is by invitation only. Eligible applicants will be contacted directly with details on how to apply. As part of your application, you'll be asked to submit a short-written statement (maximum 300 words) responding to a question related to sustainability and your future career aspirations.

Other eligibility requirements For each academic year, UWE Bristol will be offering two scholarships to support asylum seekers and refugees who are not able to access student finance to study undergraduate courses at UWE Bristol. The scholarship will include: full tuition fee waiver for the duration of the course £5,000 annual bursary for the duration of the course as a contribution towards study costs access to support from UWE Cares. Eligibility You can apply if you: are an asylum seeker or meet one of the other immigration status requirements listed in the terms and conditions are unable to access UK Government student financial support for higher education because of your immigration status have a conditional or unconditional offer for a UWE Bristol undergraduate programme of study. If you have refugee status or humanitarian protection and are eligible for UK student finance, you are not eligible for the Sanctuary Scholarship. You will be offered the same means-tested support we offer to other financially vulnerable groups through UWE Cares, including the UWE Cares Enhanced Bursary. You can find more information at UWE Cares.

Mature students

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The application form will be assessed by a diverse panel of representatives from across the university including academics with expertise and experience of working with refugee and asylum-seeking communities. Please apply using the online application form.

Other eligibility requirements UWE Bristol alumni are entitled to a tuition fee discount of 20% on our full-time and part-time taught postgraduate courses. About the scholarship There are some full-time and part-time courses where the 20% discount does not apply. Postgraduate research students (PhD, DPhil, MPhil, Prof Doc) are eligible for a 20% discount on the first year of study only if their course is full time, and for the first two years of study only if on a part-time course. The discount does not apply to retake modules, integrated/continuing professional development courses or degree apprenticeships. Eligibility UWE Bristol alumni who have successfully completed a UWE Bristol degree programme (foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate) including students who have successfully completed a UWE Bristol degree programme which is delivered at one of our partner institutions in the UK or overseas are eligible. Students who have successfully completed the following are also eligible for the UWE Bristol Alumni Scholarship: Credit bearing CPD (minimum of 60 credits) Certificate, diploma or full award from UWE Bristol or a partner institute awarding a UWE Bristol Degree or Degree Apprenticeship Credit bearing Study Abroad or Erasmus/exchange Credit bearing summer schools. Alumni students can only receive the Alumni Scholarship if you are progressing to a higher-level qualification than previously achieved at UWE Bristol. For example, if you completed a Postgraduate Diploma at UWE Bristol and wanted to study another Postgraduate Diploma then you would not be eligible for the Alumni Scholarship.

Mature students

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Simply include your UWE Bristol student number in your postgraduate study application. If you don't know your student number, provided your personal details haven't changed our systems will identify your record. The discount will be applied as soon as your entitlement has been confirmed.

Other eligibility requirements To apply for the UWE Bristol Global Success Scholarship you must: Be an international-fee-paying student. Hold an offer to study a full-time undergraduate degree at UWE Bristol (some course exclusions apply) Meet the academic and English language requirements of your chosen programme Not be a sponsored student or receiving another UWE Bristol tuition fee discount. The UWE Global Success Scholarship is a three-year award for international undergraduate students at UWE Bristol. The scholarship offers a reduction of up to £9,000 over the three years of study, helping students develop academically, professionally and personally, while actively contributing to the UWE Bristol community. Year one – £2,500 | Year two – £3,000 | Year three – £3,500

Academic excellence

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Eligible students will be considered automatically when they apply for a qualifying undergraduate course at UWE Bristol. If you are eligible, you will be invited via your personal email to apply. Remember you must apply within 14 days of receiving your invite.

The UWE Bristol Postgraduate Success Scholarship recognises talented international students and is designed to help you begin your postgraduate studies with confidence. Two award levels are available. £2,500 for eligible applicants who make a minimum tuition fee payment of £8,500. £3,500 for applicants who choose to pay their full tuition fees upfront (full fee minus the scholarship amount). This scholarship is applied as a tuition fee reduction for the first year of study only. Eligibility You will receive the scholarship if you: are an international fee paying student hold an offer for a full time, in person taught postgraduate degree at UWE Bristol are not sponsored and not receiving another UWE Bristol tuition fee reduction meet the tuition fee payment requirement for the relevant award level. Awards are subject to meeting all offer conditions, visa requirements, and tuition fee payment deadlines. You can only be in receipt of one UWE Bristol scholarship. If you meet the eligibility criteria for more than one scholarship, you will be awarded the scholarship which is the most beneficial to you (unless otherwise stated). Course exclusions The scholarship is not available for: Bar Training Course (PGDip/LLM) all PGCE courses MArch Architecture all MRes courses MA Wildlife Filmmaking Solicitors Training courses (PGDip/LLM).

Mature students

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

No separate application is required. The scholarship is awarded automatically once the required tuition fee payment has been received and all eligibility criteria are met. Full terms and conditions will be provided when the scholarship is confirmed.

You are eligible to apply if you fit into the below criteria: You were registered with UWE Cares at the completion of your undergraduate course. You have graduated from a UWE Bristol undergraduate course or are due to graduate in the current academic year. You start your postgraduate course in September 2026. If you were registered as a student carer, you will need to supply UWE Cares with current evidence of your caring role. If you were registered as estranged, you will need to be under 25 at the start of your PG course. The following courses are excluded from the scholarship: Doctor of Biomedical Science Doctor of Counselling Psychology Doctor of Health Psychology MRes Applied Sciences MRes Health and Care Research MRes Social Research (Sustainable Futures) LLM and PGDip Bar Training Course LLM and PGDip Solicitors Training Course Education courses, including some PGCEs Online courses and distance learning Degree Apprenticeships Postgraduate Certificates (PGDip)

Mature students

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Please contact UWE Cares with your UWE ID number and the course you have applied for.

Other eligibility requirements Our Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship offers a 50% discount on select full and part-time postgraduate courses. This scholarship is designed to support recent UWE Bristol graduates to advance their careers through further study. Scholarship availability College of Business and Law 50 scholarships available College of Arts, Technology and Environment 25 scholarships available College of Health, Science and Society 60 scholarships available The following courses are excluded from the Scholarship: Doctor of Biomedical Science Doctor of Counselling Psychology Doctor of Health Psychology MRes Applied Sciences MRes Health and Care Research MRes Social Research (Sustainable Futures) LLM and PGDip Bar Training Course LLM and PGDip Solicitors Training Course Education courses, including some PGCEs Online courses and distance learning Degree Apprenticeships Postgraduate Certificates (PGDip) Eligibility You qualify if you: graduated from a UWE Bristol undergraduate course in the last two years or are graduating this academic year are starting your postgraduate course in the upcoming academic year.

Mature students

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If you receive an offer to study, you will be invited to apply for the Scholarship through the UWE Bristol Welcome Portal. You will receive an email containing a link to the application form when the application period opens. You will be contacted about the results of the Scholarship application 14 days after the deadline above. You will have 14 days to confirm acceptance if you are successful. Your application will be evaluated on: your interest in the subject area – you should demonstrate a strong passion for the course you’ve applied for and explain how it aligns with your future career plans. personal motivation – you should show your commitment to your chosen field of study and your drive to succeed at postgraduate level. alignment with our values – you should highlight how the experiences and skills learnt on your undergraduate course will help you achieve your career goals. potential for impact – you should indicate how you plan to use your postgraduate education to make a difference in your field. This will be assessed through a series of questions in the Scholarship’s application form.

Other eligibility requirements Fifteen scholarships are available to local students who have exceptional academic or personal achievements and who are committed to their education and to becoming an ambassador for UWE Bristol in our local community. The benefits of being a Wallscourt Scholar: Scholars will be awarded £1000 in their first year, paid in two instalments of £500; plus £500 in their second year and £500 in their third year. Access to bespoke online webinars during the transition from Post 16 education into Higher Education, if applicable. Involvement in the Access to UWE Bristol fair. An invite to campus with other contextual offer holders and potential scholars. Joining a community of scholars. Invitation to a celebration event. Opportunity to visit previous secondary school/Further Education college and speak about learning journey. Option to become a Student Ambassador, championing inclusivity and diversity across the University. Eligibility If you are eligible you will have received a contextual offer from UWE Bristol. UWE Bristol will email you an application form and invite you to apply for the scholarship.

Academic excellence, Disability

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Applications will be judged by a panel consisting of the Head of Widening Access and Collaborative Outreach Projects (or nominee), Head of Student Money Service (or nominee), Head of Student Journey Communications and representatives from the Wallscourt Foundation. Applications will be anonymised.