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Other eligibility requirements Eligibility To be eligible for the alumni discount, you must: be starting one of the following eligible postgraduate programmes at the University of Bristol: postgraduate taught: LLM, MA, MRes, MSc postgraduate research: DDS, D Ed Psy, MD, MLitt, MMus, MPhil, MSc by Research, PhD have previously graduated from the University of Bristol with an eligible qualifying degree at a lower level of study. For the purposes of this discount, we consider: an undergraduate degree or integrated master’s degree (BA, BSc, BEng, BDS, BVSc, MBChB, LLB, MArts, MSci, MEng, MLibArts) as an eligible qualifying degree at a lower level than any postgraduate taught or research degree a postgraduate taught degree (LLM, MA, MRes, MSc) as an eligible qualifying degree at a lower level than a postgraduate research degree have not previously graduated from the University of Bristol with a degree at the same or higher level of study to the programme you are starting pay fees directly to the University and be at least partly self-funded be applying for a programme where fees are not charged on a modular basis. Example If you have received a BA in English from the University of Bristol and return to study for an MA in Film and Television, you are eligible for the discount. This applies as long as you pay fees direct to the university and have not already achieved another postgraduate degree. Programmes that are not eligible These programmes are not eligible for the discount. Completion of these programmes does not qualify you for the discount on your next degree: postgraduate Certificate / Diploma postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) doctoral degrees by published work.

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The discount applies automatically to all students who meet the criteria. You do not need to apply for this discount and there is no deadline. The discount will not be mentioned on your offer letter but will appear on your financial statement a few days after it has been issued. The discount applies to tuition fees only, for the duration of the programme. Your discount will apply to the balance that you pay yourself, after any other sponsorship has been paid. For example, if your full fee is £5,000 and a sponsor pays £4,000 towards your fees, the 25% discount would apply to the remaining £1,000, reducing this to £750. The sponsor would still pay £4,000.

Other eligibility requirements About the Bursaries The purpose of the Alumni Foundation Music Bursaries is to support the strong musical tradition associated with the University by enabling talented student musicians who have already made a significant contribution to the musical life of the University (but who are not based in the Department of Music) to benefit from professional tuition in either voice, instrument or conducting. Remuneration Awards will normally be of the order of £500 and will be valid for one session only, though award-holders may reapply for a bursary in subsequent sessions. Eligibility Alumni Bursaries will not be open to students who already hold a University Music Award (Organ or Choral Scholarship) or to those studying a degree within the Music Department. One of the criteria for being awarded a bursary is contribution to University music-making so they can only be held from the second year onwards. Award-holders will be advised by the Department of Music regarding the choice of teacher, and the Alumni Foundation will pay the bursary at the beginning of the academic year.

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Application deadline - 31 July each year.

Other eligibility requirements Information for candidates The Scholarships (altos, tenors and basses) are tenable at the Cathedral Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity, Bristol and are open to undergraduates, not necessarily those intending to read for a degree in Music. There are up to four scholarships available at any one time, and the awards will be renewable annually (normally for a maximum of three years). Deadline You should apply for this Scholarship once you have confirmed your offer of a place at the University of Bristol. Audition The audition will consist of singing two contrasting prepared pieces, some unprepared sight reading and ear tests, followed by an interview at which the Canon Precentor and the Director of Music will be present. The examiners reserve the right to short list applicants.

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For further information about the scholarships, their availability and the application process, contact the Bristol Cathedral Director of Music.

Studying a research degree should not be determined by your background or financial status, but we recognise that many capable future researchers are deterred because of funding. Our scholarships provide the same level of funding as the major Research Councils, which include full fee funding and a stipend to cover living costs. The stipend changes each year in line with national recommendations. For 2026/27 this is £21,805 annually for full-time study. The Bristol Postgraduate Research Scholarships are available across all faculties.

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Once you've found your programme you can either select 'Apply now' on the programme's webpage, or go to the online application portal.

This scholarship is for those who wish to inspire future generations of women to pursue their academic dreams. We are looking for women who can demonstrate their need for financial support to study in the UK. This scholarship programme aims to increase opportunities for women. It covers full costs (up to agreed limits for each element) associated with the programme study, including: full tuition fees monthly stipend of £1732 per month to cover living costs including accommodation, for up to 12 months. IELTS exam fee (for scholars without a valid Test of English) return economy class travel from home country to UK study related costs, such as essential travel, materials, equipment, and thesis printing visa and insurance / NHS surcharge costs ad hoc costs such as heavy baggage allowance reasonable adjustments costs for scholars with disabilities. Eligibility Eligible scholars must: identify as a woman be a permanent resident of, and hold valid passport of Hong Kong applicants must be permanent residents of the Hong Kong Special Region of the People's Republic of China and hold a Hong Kong Special Administrative Region permanent identity card at the time of application have not previously studied at degree level or higher in the UK or lived recently in the UK do not hold dual British citizenship will return to their country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after their scholarship has ended can demonstrate a need for financial support be classified as an overseas student for fee purposes have submitted an application to study a qualifying one-year full-time master's degree programme starting in September 2026.

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Eligibility To be eligible to apply for a Chevening Scholarship you need to: be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country commit to returning to your home country for at least two years after your scholarship ends have an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry to a postgraduate programme at a UK university have minimum of two years’ work experience.

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You can apply directly through the Chevening website.

Other eligibility requirements A discount to the cost of gown hire for your graduation ceremony. Up to 425 discounts a year are available to help with the cost of gown hire. Gown hire costs range from £45 to £58. This discount is funded by the generosity of our graduation gown supplier, Ede & Ravenscroft. The discount is for prospective graduands. By ‘graduand’, we mean a person about to receive an applicable academic degree or award at a graduation ceremony. We cannot guarantee all eligible graduands a discount. This is due to the limited number of discounts available. One in four eligible students received a discount for the last four congregations. Eligibility To be eligible for a discount, you must: be graduating with an undergraduate or postgraduate award have been invited to a graduation ceremony in Bristol (students invited to the China Celebration are not eligible) have received your invitation email on or before 11 June 2026 have no outstanding debt to the University have received payment from an eligible scheme

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Other eligibility requirements International students progressing from Kaplan International College London to an undergraduate degree at Bristol can apply for a bursary. The one-off bursary can only be used towards living costs. Eligibility To be eligible for the Kaplan-Bristol Progression Scholarships, you must: be progressing from pathways at the Kaplan International College London (KICL) on to your first year of undergraduate study at the University of Bristol in September 2026 apply to any undergraduate course at the University of Bristol, with the exception of medicine, dentistry and veterinary science be classed as an overseas student for fee purposes not be in receipt of other funding which would equate to more than the full cost of tuition fees alongside a Bristol scholarship. This includes external funding. This bursary is performance-based, and will be awarded to the highest performing students in the cohort.

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A living cost bursary for an international student studying a postgraduate taught programme from selected schools in the Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences. One £3,000 bursary is available for an international student on a postgraduate taught programme from selected schools in the Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences. The family of Michael Wong is delighted to honour his memory with the Michael Wong Pakshong bursary. Read more about Dr Wong Pakshong. Eligibility You can apply if you are: classed as an overseas student for fee purposes have applied to start a full-time one-year taught master's programme in September 2026 in one of the following schools: School of Economics School of Education School for Policy Studies School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies University of Bristol Business School University of Bristol Law School. You do not need to have received an offer to study before submitting an international scholarship application.

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The application process is the same for all international scholarships at the University of Bristol.

Other eligibility requirements Generous tax-free bursaries and scholarships are available from the UK government for graduates training to be a teacher on the Postgraduate Certificate for Education (PGCE) course. Tax-free bursaries and scholarships are available for trainees on eligible PGCE courses in England. Students with a 2:1 or above can apply for a scholarship which is paid instead of the bursary. Amounts will vary depending on teaching subject. Eligibility PGCE bursaries or scholarships are available for the majority of courses at the University.

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Bursaries and scholarships are available for trainees on eligible postgraduate courses in England. In addition to the bursaries and scholarships, PGCE students are also eligible to apply for government loans for tuition fees and living costs from their regional funding provider. Deadline Applications for the following academic year open in the autumn. Aim to apply early as teacher training places can fill quickly. More information can be found on the School of Education’s website.

Other eligibility requirements Funding for students from asylum-seeking and refugee communities. The scholarship is equivalent to a full tuition fee waiver and a full living cost stipend. If you are awarded this scholarship, the actual amount will depend on your fee status and whether you are in receipt of any other funding. The Sanctuary Scholarship is intended to ensure that scholars will have available funds to cover tuition and have access to reasonable living costs for the duration of their studies. See the full eligibility criteria for further details. Eligibility You can apply if you: are from a refugee or asylum-seeking community hold an academic offer (or are awaiting a decision) to study an eligible course at the University of Bristol. There may be other scholarships available to you depending on your circumstances, and you can search for these on our scholarships page. Please note your fee status may determine eligibility for other scholarships.

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Undergraduate applicants (including IFP and Foundation) You will be expected to apply for the full level of student finance if eligible. International foundation (IFP) and asylum seekers will not be eligible for student finance but can still apply for the scholarship. If you are awarded the scholarship the amount you receive will act as a top up of other funding to cover full tuition fees and living stipend. The UCAS website has information on student finance eligibility and other useful information for undergraduate applicants from refugee communities. Complete the application form for undergraduate students. Postgraduate taught applicants You will be expected to apply for the full level of student finance if eligible. If you are awarded the scholarship the amount you receive will act as a top up of other funding to cover full tuition fees and living stipend. Complete the application form for postgraduate students.

Other eligibility requirements St Mary Redcliffe Church Organ Scholarship The Organ Scholarship is open to undergraduates or postgraduates, not necessarily those intending to read for a degree in Music. Normally the scholarship will be awarded triennially to a candidate with a strong interest in the musical and choral traditions of the Church of England. The award is renewable annually, subject to satisfactory academic progress and on the efficient performance of the duties listed.

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Candidates for the Scholarship should apply for University entrance through the normal UCAS channels. Once they have received an offer from Bristol University, candidates are then eligible to apply for an audition for a choral scholarship.

Other eligibility requirements Information for candidates St Paul’s Church Clifton offers an Organ Scholarship, with applications open to students studying any course at the University of Bristol or the University of the West of England. The Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for those looking to develop their skills as a church musician in the Anglican choral tradition, in a safe and supportive environment. St Paul’s is an Inclusive Church where all are welcomed without expectation, and the Scholarship will be awarded irrespective of the religious convictions of the candidate. The award, which will be renewable annually (normally for the duration of the candidate’s academic course) will be about £1450 per annum. Renewal will be conditional on satisfactory academic progress and on the efficient performance of the duties listed below. Applications are welcome from current or prospective University of Bristol or University of the West of England students.

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Candidates for the Scholarships should apply for University entrance through the normal UCAS channels. In addition, you should complete a Scholarship application. Application forms are available from St Pauls Church Clifton.

Other eligibility requirements Helping Palaeontology and Paleobiology MSc and PhD students at the University of Bristol. This fund will cover the costs of fieldwork, museum visits, and conference attendance. The maximum award is £500, but we expect to allocate more awards up to £250. So, sometimes, we might not have the funds for a larger award. Eligibility To apply, you must be studying, or have recently completed, one of the following courses here (University of Bristol): MSci Palaeontology and Evolution MSc Palaeobiology PhD Earth Sciences (in the Palaeobiology Research Group)

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Please produce a single PDF containing the following: An outline research plan for which funding is sought (one side of A4 in font size 12). Summarized costs, and the funds requested. The upper limit for an award is £200. Details of other applications made. Preference is given to applicants who have tried other sources before. State clearly which previous applications were successful, which were rejected, and which are still pending. Your CV. Deadline There are two closing dates each year: 15 September 15 March

Other eligibility requirements hink Big is the University of Bristol’s flagship scholarship scheme, providing funding towards tuition fees for international students studying eligible undergraduate or postgraduate courses. Eligibility You can apply if you: have already applied to start an eligible course in September 2026; and you are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes. You do not need to have received an offer to study before submitting an international scholarship application.

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Apply using the international scholarships online application form. By completing the application form, you will be considered for all the Think Big Scholarships for which you are eligible.

Other eligibility requirements The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship supports new undergraduate students with outstanding potential in drama, music, or sport. The Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship provides an award of £1,552 in three instalments for one year. Successful scholars may apply again in future years if they demonstrate exceptional ability and commitment while a recipient. Awards are made on a competitive basis, with some minimum criteria. They are not means-tested. Eligibility You can apply if you are: intending to start studying at the University of Bristol in the 2026/27 academic an International or Home (UK) student. The scheme is designed to attract students with exceptional abilities outside their normal field of study.

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Other eligibility requirements For 2026 entry, there will be two awards of £4,000 towards accommodation in Wills Hall. The award will be given as a rent reduction, applied each term pro rata. The recipients will be guaranteed a room in Wills Hall for the first year of study only. They will be given free life membership of the Hall's alumni body, the Wills Hall Association. An extra £400 is available on application to the Chair of the Scholarships Board. This is intended to be used towards travel, books or equipment, or equivalent expenses. Eligibility You can apply if: you have accepted an offer to study at Bristol for an undergraduate degree. you have chosen or will choose Wills Hall as your first choice of accommodation. your household income is £50,000 or less. this is your first undergraduate degree, or you have undertaken no more than one year of previous study before.

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You can apply for the Wills Hall 101 Scholarship when you have accepted your offer to study at Bristol. We advise you to apply as soon as you can. To apply: complete the online application form. apply for means-tested funding from the regional funding provider such as Student Finance England. You will need to consent for your household income details to be shared with the University.