Cardiff University Vice-Chancellor’s Undergraduate International Scholarship 2027
Cardiff University is offering the Vice-Chancellor’s Undergraduate International Scholarship 2027 to eligible international students joining the university for undergraduate study in September 2027.
The scholarship provides a tuition fee discount of either £3,500 or £5,000, depending on the student's country of domicile. It is available across the majority of eligible undergraduate programmes at Cardiff University.
Scholarship Overview
About Cardiff University
Cardiff University is a leading research-intensive university based in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate programmes and attracts students from many countries around the world.
Through its international scholarships, Cardiff University aims to support talented international students and make studying in the UK more accessible.
What Does the Scholarship Offer?
Successful eligible students will receive a tuition fee discount of either:
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£3,500 for eligible overseas fee-paying students; or
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£5,000 for students domiciled in certain eligible countries.
The £5,000 award applies to eligible students domiciled in:
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India
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Kenya
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Pakistan
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Turkey
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United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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United States (USA)
Students from other eligible countries/territories may receive the £3,500 award, subject to the scholarship's terms and conditions.
Who Is Eligible?
To qualify for the Vice-Chancellor’s Undergraduate International Scholarship, applicants must meet the university's eligibility and admission requirements.
Applicants must:
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Be eligible as an international/overseas fee-paying student.
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Apply to an eligible undergraduate programme at Cardiff University.
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Accept their offer by the applicable UCAS deadline.
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Make Cardiff University their firm choice.
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Meet all conditions attached to their offer.
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Meet any required English-language conditions by 31 August 2027.
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Meet the original published admissions criteria for their chosen programme.
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Submit their application to the university by 30 June 2027, where an application is required.
Applicants who fail to meet the original admissions criteria or the conditions of their offer may not qualify for the scholarship, even if they are subsequently accepted by the university.
Do You Need to Apply Separately?
One of the advantages of this scholarship is that eligible international applicants who accept their offer for selected undergraduate programmes are automatically considered for the scholarship.
However, students should carefully check the official scholarship terms to confirm whether their chosen programme and circumstances qualify.
When Does the Scholarship Start?
The scholarship is intended for international students joining Cardiff University in September 2027.
Applicants should therefore ensure that they complete their university application, accept their offer and satisfy all relevant conditions within the required deadlines.
Application Deadline
30 June 2027
Students should not wait until the final day to complete their university application. Meeting the deadline alone does not guarantee a scholarship, as applicants must also satisfy the relevant admission and scholarship conditions.
How to Apply
To be considered:
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Choose an eligible undergraduate programme at Cardiff University.
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Submit your university application.
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Receive and accept your offer.
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Make Cardiff University your firm choice through UCAS.
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Meet all conditions attached to your offer, including English-language requirements where applicable.
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Ensure you meet the scholarship's eligibility requirements by the specified deadlines.
Eligible students who accept their offer for selected undergraduate programmes will generally be automatically considered for the scholarship.
Important Information for International Students
Scholarship eligibility can depend on your country of domicile, chosen programme, fee status and admission circumstances.
Students should therefore verify their individual eligibility directly with Cardiff University before making financial or study plans.
It is also important to note that this scholarship is a tuition fee discount, rather than a full scholarship. Students should be prepared to cover any remaining tuition fees as well as living costs, accommodation, travel, visa expenses and other study-related costs.
Why Consider This Scholarship?
For international students planning to study in the UK, a tuition fee discount of up to £5,000 can provide significant financial support.
If you are planning to begin an undergraduate degree at Cardiff University in September 2027 and meet the eligibility requirements, this scholarship could help reduce your overall study costs.
Key Dates
Application deadline: 30 June 2027
🇬🇧 Study country: United Kingdom
Study level: Undergraduate
Award: £3,500 or £5,000
University: Cardiff University
Intake: September 2027
How to Get More Information
Prospective applicants should consult Cardiff University's official scholarship information for the latest details on eligible programmes, countries/territories, terms and conditions, and the application process.
Important: Scholarship conditions can change. Always confirm the latest requirements directly with Cardiff University before applying.