Teesside University offers a range of scholarships for eligible international students who demonstrate academic excellence in their application. These scholarships aim to support students who receive the highest grades before joining the University.
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Top Teesside University Scholarships and Funding
| Scholarship / Funding | Description / Eligibility | Value / Benefit | Level | Who Can Apply | More Information |
| Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship | Recognises outstanding students who can demonstrate skills and commitment to becoming future global leaders. | £7,000 (fee waiver in first year) | Undergraduate | International students | More about the Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship |
| Teesside University Advance | Eligible undergraduate students can loan an Apple iPad with Office 365, keyboard, and receive £100 credit per year for learning resources. | iPad loan + £100 credit yearly | Undergraduate | Eligible undergraduate students | More about Teesside University Advance |
| Alumni Scholarship | For Teesside graduates progressing to postgraduate study directly (not through agents). | £1,000 (discount on first-year fees) | Postgraduate | International fee-paying Teesside graduates | Email: studentlife@tees.ac.uk |
| EU Scholarship | Fee waiver available to EU students paying international fees. | £7,000 (fee waiver) | Varies | EU (international fee-paying) students | More about the EU Scholarship |
| British Council GREAT Scholarships | In partnership with the British Council and GREAT Britain Campaign; open to students from Vietnam and Spain. | Not specified | Postgraduate (1-year courses) | Students from Vietnam and Spain | More about British Council GREAT Scholarships |
| Global Excellence Scholarship | For students with the highest grades prior to joining Teesside University. | £2,000 (fee waiver, first academic year) | Foundation, Undergraduate, Postgraduate | International students (excluding Teesside ISC pathway students) | More about the Global Excellence Scholarship |
| China Bursary Scholarship | For eligible students from China joining Teesside University. | £1,000 (fee waiver, first year) | Foundation, Undergraduate, Postgraduate | Students from China | More about the China Bursary Scholarship |
| China Merit Scholarship | For eligible students from China with excellent academic performance. | £3,000 (fee waiver, first year) | Foundation, Undergraduate, Postgraduate | Students from China | More about the China Merit Scholarship |
| Africa Excellence Scholarship | Supports high-achieving African students with academic excellence prior to joining. | £2,000 (fee waiver, first year) | Foundation, Undergraduate, Postgraduate | Students from Africa | More about the Africa Excellence Scholarship |
| ASEAN Excellence Scholarship | For outstanding students from ASEAN countries demonstrating strong academic potential. | £2,000 (fee waiver, first year) | Foundation, Undergraduate, Postgraduate | Students from ASEAN countries | More about the ASEAN Excellence Scholarship |
| Chevening Scholarship (UK Government) | Funded by the FCO and partners, for future global leaders to pursue postgraduate study in the UK. | Fully funded (tuition, living, travel) | Postgraduate (Master’s) | International (non-EU) students | More about the Chevening Scholarship |
| Fees & Financial Support for Non-UK Trainee Teachers | Includes UK government bursaries, scholarships, and other financial options for trainee teachers. | Varies by scheme | Teacher Training | Non-UK trainee teachers | More information on financial support |
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
How to Apply:
- Complete the online scholarship application form on Teesside University’s website.
- Submit a personal statement (max. 500 words) explaining:
- Your academic and personal strengths
- Your commitment to becoming a future global leader
- How your Teesside University degree will help achieve your future ambitions
- Ensure all information is complete before submission — applications cannot be edited afterward.
- Await email notification from the International Scholarships Committee after review.
