The allure of studying in the United Kingdom has long been a draw for Bangladeshi students. The UK offers a world-class education, a two-year post-study work permit, and many other benefits that make it an attractive destination for students from Bangladesh. Financing Your Study Abroad Dream
For students considering studying in the UK, one of the most significant concerns is the financial burden. The cost of studying in the UK can be steep, and it’s understandable that it may seem daunting. However, some UK universities offer partial scholarships to ease the financial burden and allow students to pursue their study abroad dreams. The following are some UK universities that offer scholarships to Bangladeshi students:
- University of Sussex
- University of Surrey
- Cardiff University
- University of Glasgow
- Leeds Beckett University
These scholarships can provide significant financial assistance, and students should take advantage of them to make their study abroad dreams a reality.
University of Sussex: Sussex Bangladesh Scholarship
The University of Sussex is offering the “Sussex Bangladesh Scholarship” worth GBP 4,000 for graduate applicants and GBP 4,500 over three years for undergraduate applicants from Bangladesh. This scholarship is in the form of tuition reduction. The scholarship is available to students who are self-financing, and there is no limit on the number of scholarships available. The confirmation of the scholarship will be sent by email after receiving an offer of a place to study at the university. Eligibility Criteria:
* Self-financing
* No limit on the number of scholarships available
* Automatic application when receiving an offer
* Deadline: September 1, 2025
University of Surrey: International Excellence Award
The University of Surrey is offering the “International Excellence Award” worth GBP 5,000 for international students applying for both postgraduate and undergraduate programmes in the form of a tuition fee reduction. To secure the scholarship, students must have an offer from the University of Surrey and complete the scholarship application form. The scholarship is merit-based, and its recipients are decided by the scholarship awards panel. Eligibility Criteria:
* Have an offer from the University of Surrey
* Complete the scholarship application form
* Merit-based
* Deadline: July 31, 2025
Cardiff University: Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship 2025
Cardiff University is offering the “Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship 2025” which is worth GBP 10,000 in the form of tuition fee reduction for international students applying for selected postgraduate courses from Bangladesh. To secure the scholarships, students must have an offer from Cardiff University and pay any required deposit by the date specified on their offer letter. No separate application for the scholarship is required. The exact deadline for the scholarship will be mentioned in the student’s offer letter. Eligibility Criteria:
* Have an offer from Cardiff University
* Pay any required deposit by the specified date
* No separate application required
* Deadline: Mentioned in the student’s offer letter
University of Glasgow: World Changers Glasgow Scholarship
The University of Glasgow is offering the “World Changers Glasgow Scholarship” for applicants from various countries including Bangladesh. The scholarship is worth GBP 5,000 in the form of a tuition fee reduction. The scholarship is available for students applying to select postgraduate programmes and no separate application for the scholarship is required. Students will be sent a communication confirming their scholarship after they receive their offer. Eligibility Criteria:
* Apply to select postgraduate programmes
* No separate application required
* Communication confirming scholarship will be sent after offer
Leeds Beckett University: Leeds Law School International Scholarship
Leeds Beckett University is offering the “Leeds Law School International Scholarship” worth GBP 6,750 per year over the course of three years for undergraduate LLB applicants and GBP 6,500 for students applying for LLM courses in the form of tuition fee reduction. In order to avail the scholarship, students must be enrolled in an eligible course and meet other eligibility criteria, such as being self-funded and studying that level of the course for the first time. Scholarships are offered automatically if you meet the eligibility criteria and the discount will be deducted from tuition fees. Eligibility Criteria:
* Enrolled in an eligible course
* Meet other eligibility criteria (self-funded, studying for the first time)
* Automatic application and discount deducted from tuition fees
Tamjidul Hoque, a UK LLB graduate, had the opportunity to pursue his studies in the UK and can attest to the benefits of studying in the UK. “I was able to gain valuable work experience and build a strong professional network while studying in the UK,” he said. “The scholarship I received also helped to reduce the financial burden of studying in the UK, allowing me to focus on my studies.”
By taking advantage of these scholarships, Bangladeshi students can pursue their study abroad dreams and make the most of their time studying in the UK.
