Swansea University International Excellence Scholarship 2025 | Study in the UK
International students looking to pursue a postgraduate research degree in the UK now have a prestigious opportunity to apply for the Swansea University International Excellence Scholarship 2025. This competitive scholarship is designed for high-achieving international applicants seeking to begin a PhD or Professional Doctorate program at one of the UK’s top research institutions.
This opportunity is part of Swansea’s commitment to advancing global education and providing outstanding international students with access to partially funded PhD scholarships in the UK. Successful candidates will benefit from reduced tuition fees aligned to the domestic UK rate.
Scholarship Summary:
- Host Institution: Swansea University, United Kingdom
- Study Level: PhD and Professional Doctorate Programs
- Scholarship Type: Partially Funded
- Eligible Applicants: International students from all countries
- Application Deadline: July 15, 2025
- Coverage: Tuition fee reduction to UK home rate
About the Swansea University International Excellence Scholarship
The Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES) is awarded to exceptional students applying to eligible postgraduate research programs. It supports PhD scholarships for international students in the UK by covering the difference between the international and home tuition fee rates.
The tuition rate for successful applicants will match the UK domestic fee, currently set at £4,786 for the 2024/25 academic year, with small annual increments based on UKRI guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this UK scholarship for international students, applicants must:
- Apply to an eligible PhD or Professional Doctorate program at Swansea University.
- Hold (or be expected to earn) a UK 1st class or 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent, or a Distinction in a relevant Master’s program.
- Be classified as an international student required to pay international fees.
- Demonstrate academic excellence and engagement beyond classroom performance.
Note:
- Current doctoral students, transfer students, and applicants fully sponsored by a third party are not eligible.
- This scheme does not apply to Master’s-level programs.
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How to Apply
Interested candidates must:
- Apply to an eligible PhD or Professional Doctorate program at Swansea University. See eligible courses here.
- Indicate interest in the SUIPRES scholarship within their application.
- Submit a compelling supporting statement highlighting academic achievements, research interests, teaching experience, and any awards or outreach involvement.
Applicants will be notified of the scholarship decision within their formal offer letter.