Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships are an incredible opportunity to study in a country with world-leading universities and a long tradition of academic excellence. Our chosen scholars are people who aspire to become influential leaders in their future careers. They have wide-ranging interests outside their studies and a desire to broaden their personal and academic experience in Scotland.

Scholarship Requirements for 2022 Government of Scotland Saltire Scholarships:

To be considered for the IMES, you must:

  • Be able to demonstrate that they can meet the costs of living in Scotland (where this is applicable) and the remaining tuition fees.
  • Not have previously studied in Scotland.
  • Not have previously received a Saltire Scholarship.
  • Have a conditional or unconditional offer of a place at a Scottish university on an eligible course.Maintain a standard of conduct that will uphold the good reputation of the Saltire Scholarship Programme and the institution at which they study.
  • Actively participate in the programme’s extra-curricular events. Scholars will participate in a welcome reception and an end-of-year conference. (Scholars may be excused from attending in the event of exceptional circumstances).
  • Support communications activity promoting Scotland and Scottish higher education, based on their own experience. This might include:
    1. Posting on social media about their time and experience in Scotland.
    2. Being available for an interview (including on camera) during either the welcome or end-of-year event, granting Scottish Government and the relevant university the right to use the text and footage indefinitely.
    3. Agree that the Scottish Government can use any photographs, blogs, quotes etc in connection with your Saltire Scholarship participation for marketing purposes.
  • Be a  citizen of the following countries: Canada, China (including Hong Kong), India, Japan, Pakistan, and the USA.

Scholarship Duration and Reward

  • The scheme offers up to 50 awards, each worth £8000, towards tuition fees for any one year of full-time study on a postgraduate Master’s programme at any of Scotland’s higher education institutions.
  • Saltire Scholars will also have the opportunity to take part in a programme of activities over and above their studies, including dialogue with the academic and business community in Scotland.
  • As one of our Saltire Scholars, you’ll act as an ambassador not only for the Saltire Scholarships programme, but also for Scotland.

How To Apply

Click on the apply button below to commence your application.

Study In Scotland: 2022 Government of Scotland Saltire Scholarships for International Students
Study In Scotland: 2022 Government of Scotland Saltire Scholarships for International Students
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