Northumbria International Scholarship 2027 | Study in United Kingdom — Northumbria University
Newcastle’s student city reputation rests partly on its affordability, and Northumbria University layers a multi-year international scholarship on top of that already favourable cost base.
About the Scholarship
Northumbria University’s International Scholarship reduces tuition fees for self-funded overseas students across both undergraduate and postgraduate taught study, with a tapering structure for undergraduates and a flat first-year reduction for postgraduates, plus an enhanced award for Nigerian applicants.
Scholarship Benefits
- GBP 3,000 off tuition in year one for undergraduates
- GBP 2,000 off tuition in each subsequent year, up to GBP 7,000 total
- GBP 3,000 off first-year tuition for postgraduate taught students starting in September or January
- GBP 6,000 PGT International Scholarship specifically for Nigerian applicants
- Separate 20 percent alumni discount and GBP 500 early payment discount available
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must hold Overseas fee status and be self-funded international students joining a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate taught course at Northumbria’s Newcastle campus. The Nigeria-specific award carries its own nationality requirement.
Fields of Study Covered
The scholarship applies widely across Northumbria’s subject areas, including architecture, law, computer and information sciences, design, and business, reflecting the university’s strong applied and professional course portfolio.
Required Documents
- Confirmed offer for an eligible Northumbria course
- Proof of Overseas fee status
- Academic transcripts
- Passport and nationality confirmation
- English language proficiency evidence where required
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Apply for and accept an offer on an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate course
- Confirm self-funded, Overseas fee-paying status
- The scholarship is typically applied automatically to the tuition invoice once eligibility is confirmed
- Nigerian postgraduate applicants should separately confirm eligibility for the enhanced award
- Consider the early payment discount if upfront payment is feasible
Selection Process
Eligibility is determined by fee status and course of study rather than a written competition, making the core scholarship close to automatic for qualifying applicants, while the Nigeria-specific award follows its own published terms.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
Combining the scholarship with the early payment discount, where financially possible, further reduces total cost. Applicants comparing North East England options might also look at the Reading Excellence Scholarship for a different regional comparison point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to submit a separate scholarship application?
No, the core International Scholarship is applied automatically once Overseas fee status and course eligibility are confirmed.
Does the undergraduate discount continue every year?
Yes, after a GBP 3,000 reduction in year one, subsequent years receive GBP 2,000 each, up to a total of GBP 7,000.
Who qualifies for the GBP 6,000 Nigeria-specific scholarship?
It is restricted to Nigerian postgraduate taught applicants and sits alongside, rather than combined with, the standard GBP 3,000 postgraduate award.
Can I combine the scholarship with the alumni discount?
Northumbria publishes separate terms for each discount, and students should confirm combinability directly with the fees and funding team.
Does the scholarship cover living costs in Newcastle?
No, it only reduces tuition fees, and living costs must be budgeted for separately.
Is the scholarship available at Northumbria’s London campus?
The core scholarship terms referenced here apply to the Newcastle campus; London campus terms should be confirmed separately.
What happens if I start in January instead of September?
Postgraduate taught students starting in either September or January are both covered under the current scholarship terms.
Is funding available for Northumbria PhD students?
Doctoral funding is generally handled through separate research studentships rather than this international scholarship scheme.
Studying In Newcastle
Newcastle is regularly ranked among the UK’s most affordable and liveable student cities, and Northumbria leans on that reputation alongside its scholarship offer. The combination of lower rent and a multi-year tuition discount makes total cost of study more predictable than in many southern UK cities.
Does the scholarship apply to Northumbria’s London campus as well as Newcastle?
Terms can differ by campus, so applicants to the London campus should confirm the exact scholarship amount directly with the fees and funding team.
Is the scholarship affected if I switch courses after enrolling?
Changing course after enrolment can affect scholarship eligibility, so students should notify the international office before confirming any change.
Is there a minimum academic grade needed to keep the Northumbria scholarship in later years?
Students are generally expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress each year to continue receiving the tapered undergraduate discount.
Can the scholarship be revoked if a student withdraws before completing the year?
Students who withdraw partway through an academic year typically forfeit the remaining portion of that year’s discount, so it is worth confirming exact terms with Northumbria’s finance office before making any change to enrolment status.