Funding for new Masters students

Find out which University and external awards might be available for your programme and how loans can help finance your study.

Masters funding is exceptionally competitive and we advise you to apply for all possible funding you are eligible for. 

If you are a University of Edinburgh alumni you may be eligible for a 10% discount on your tuition fees. Please check the Tuition fee discount page for more information.

Information on the School Masters scholarship application process for 2024/25 entry.

Information on the Charles Mackie Scholarship application process for 2024/25 entry.

Information on the ESRC Studentship

Information on the Sheila Cannell Award application process for 2024/25.

Information on the Edinburgh Global Online Masters Scholarships

The Kerr-Fry awards are for graduates of the University of Edinburgh who are also a former student of George Watson's College.

The University of Edinburgh will offer a number of scholarships for postgraduate one year Masters study in any subject offered by the University.