Overview
The University of Reading Excellence Scholarship is available for international fee-paying students in the form of a tuition fee reduction.
Scholarships will be allocated automatically based on performance in your previous degree studies. To be awarded a scholarship, students must hold, or be expected to achieve, an undergraduate degree with a minimum UK Lower Second Class (or equivalent) standing. Scholarships range in value from £4,000 to £10,000 depending on the strength of your academic record.
| Degree classification | International scholarship |
|---|---|
| First | £10,000 |
| 2:1 | £9,000 |
| 2:2 | £4,000 |
You don’t need to apply for this scholarship – eligible students are automatically awarded funding based on the information contained within their degree application. Notification of a scholarship will be contained within the letter offering admission to the University.
Students applying for flexible learning/part-time modular courses are not eligible for the Excellence Scholarship.
Full terms and conditions and frequently asked questions.
We have a step-by-step guide on how to apply for a master’s course. To make an application to one of our master's programmes, please use our online application service.
To receive scholarship updates along with other information about the University of Reading, you can register your interest in funding opportunities.
Note for applicants for February 2027 entry – If you're starting your master's in February 2027, the terms and conditions of our 2026/27 Excellence scheme apply (the information above covers the 2027/28 programme) and students selected for funding will be notified no later than 12 December.
Eligibility
International fee-paying students only; full or part-time master’s courses (flexible/modular excluded) who hold at least a Lower Second Class (2:2) degree.
Award details
£10,000–£4,000 tuition fee reduction, dependent on the student’s undergraduate degree classification.
Key dates
Must hold and accept an offer of study.
Application process
No application needed – all eligible students are automatically considered using their application to study. It is important that you provide your undergraduate degree information in your application to be considered for the Excellence Scholarship.