International scholarships and funding
Find out how you can get help with the cost of studying at Manchester Metropolitan.
Scholarships for international students
If you want to study at university in the UK, a scholarship can be a big help.
Scholarships for international students in the UK come from two main sources, from:
- the university they will attend
- other international organisations
Find a scholarship at Manchester Metropolitan
We offer four different types of scholarship for international students:
- general and Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarships
- postgraduate scholarships for specific courses
- research grants
- sports scholarships
General and Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarships
We have general scholarships for international undergraduate and postgraduate students.
When you apply to study at the University, we will check whether you qualify. You do not need to apply separately.
We also offer the prestigious Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarships, which are awarded to exceptional undergraduate international students who enrol on a full-time taught course.
Scholarships for specific subjects
Funding to study specific subjects may also be available at certain times of the year for those who meet the eligibility criteria. This includes the Fulbright and Joyce Neild scholarships for the MA and MFA in Creative Writing, as well as the Women in Leadership and Future Sustainable Leaders scholarships for the MBA Master of Business Administration. Please check the individual listings to see scholarship details, check your eligibility, and learn how to apply.
Research scholarships
Some research projects at Manchester Metropolitan are able to offer scholarships to postgraduate students who work on them.
These scholarships are awarded by the University’s faculties. Visit the research pages for details.
Scholarships for leading athletes
We provide financial help for leading sportspeople to study at Manchester Metropolitan in the UK. Visit our sports scholarship page for details.
Other international funding
Many of our international students are eligible for funding from other organisations. British Council offer scholarships for international students, such as GREAT, Commonwealth, and Chevening scholarships. Check with your local British Council office to find details of available financial support or visit the British Council’s Study UK website.
Students from the United States
If you are from the United States, you will be able to apply for financial aid if you study at Manchester Metropolitan.
Visit our US federal loans and veterans benefits page for details.
Alumni loyalty discount
Manchester Met alumni may be eligible for a 20% discount on course fees if they study a postgraduate qualification with us. For more details, visit our alumni loyalty discount page.
Some postgraduate courses also offer discounts. If a discount is available, it will be mentioned in the course listing. Visit our course A-to-Z to find a course.
