by Last verified: 18 October 2026. We checked these UHI scholarships against the University of the Highlands and Islands’ official pages.
Important for international readers: the Statkraft STEM Scholarship at the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is only for students who are ordinarily resident in Scotland, so international students can’t apply. This update explains the award and the UHI scholarships that international students can use instead.
Statkraft STEM Scholarship: last round
- Value: £3,000 (three thousand pounds) a year for two to four years, so up to £12,000 on a four-year course.
- Two awards, for full-time, multi-year further or higher education STEM courses.
- Applicants must be ordinarily resident in Scotland.
- The last deadline was 30 March 2026. UHI hasn’t published a new round, and the award doesn’t appear on its main scholarships list.
UHI scholarships for international students
- South Asia Scholarship: 10% off on-campus fees for students from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. It’s automatic. The page mainly describes undergraduate study, but one section says “all students”, so confirm with UHI if you’re a postgraduate.
- Saltire Scholarships: a Scottish Government scheme listed by UHI, with India and Pakistan among the eligible countries. It’s currently not open.
- Chevening: also listed by UHI for postgraduate study.
Worked example: UHI scholarships for a Pakistani student
Ali from Lahore wants an undergraduate engineering degree at UHI. He can’t get the Statkraft award, because it’s for Scottish residents. However, the South Asia Scholarship would take 10% off his on-campus fees automatically. Say his annual fee were £15,000 (fifteen thousand pounds), an example only; he’d save £1,500 (one thousand five hundred pounds) a year.
For Chevening, see our Chevening guide.
UHI fees for international students
| Course | International fee |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate arts degree (2026/27) | £16,820 a year |
| Undergraduate science degree (2026/27) | £17,970 a year |
| MSc Applied Data Analytics (full course, 2026/27 rates) | £17,170 |
With the South Asia Scholarship’s 10% off, a science degree drops to about £16,173 a year. UHI hasn’t published 2027/28 fees yet.
English requirements for UHI scholarships applicants
UHI asks for IELTS 6.0 (no part below 5.5) for undergraduate courses and 6.5 (no part below 6.0) for postgraduate courses. It also accepts Nigerian WAEC English: a C6 for undergraduate and a C5 for postgraduate study.
Which UHI scholarships fit you
- From India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan or Sri Lanka: the South Asia Scholarship (10% off, automatic at offer stage).
- Lived in the EU, EEA or Switzerland for the last three years: UHI’s EU Scholarship.
- From anywhere else, including Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya: UHI lists no general international discount, so look at UK-wide awards such as the GREAT Scholarship and the Chevening Scholarship.
Checklist before you apply to UHI
- Confirm your fee status is international, not Scottish or EU.
- Check whether your nationality fits the South Asia Scholarship or the EU award.
- Get your English score: IELTS, or WAEC English if you’re from Nigeria.
- Budget for the full fee plus living costs, since most awards cut fees by only 10%.
- Apply early, because the South Asia discount is applied when you get your offer.
Frequently asked questions
Can international students get the Statkraft STEM Scholarship?
No. It’s for students ordinarily resident in Scotland.
Is the Saltire Scholarship open now?
No. The Saltire Scholarships site lists it as currently not open.
Can Nigerian students get a UHI scholarship?
UHI doesn’t list a general discount for Nigeria. Check UK-wide awards instead, and use WAEC English (C6 or better) to meet the undergraduate English requirement.
Official sources
- UHI – Statkraft STEM Scholarships
- UHI – South Asia Scholarship
- Scottish Government – Saltire Scholarships
- Official page – UHI international fees and scholarships
- Official page – UHI approved English qualifications
Scholarship terms change. Always confirm on the official pages before you apply.
