Overview / About the Scholarship
The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (sometimes titled the International Excellence or Attainment Scholarship) is a high-value merit-based award. Unlike general international bursaries, these are reserved for the top tier of applicants who demonstrate not only academic brilliance but also a commitment to contributing to university life and their home country's development.
Scholarship Value / Benefits
The financial support is typically one of the most generous offered by an institution:
High-Value Discounts: Awards for Bangladeshi students can reach up to £10,000 in tuition fee discounts.
Partial Tuition Coverage: Some universities offer a 50% reduction in full tuition fees for the duration of the program.
Renewable Awards: In some cases, high achievers can maintain a 50% discount for successive years if they sustain a specific academic grade.
Prestige: Recipients often gain Scholar status, providing unique networking opportunities with university leadership.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, Bangladeshi applicants generally must:
Domicile: Be a permanent resident and citizen of Bangladesh.
Academic Excellence: Hold an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK First Class Honours or be predicted top grades in O/A-Levels or HSC.
Fee Status: Be classified as an international, self-funding student for fee purposes.
English Proficiency: Meet all English language requirements (IELTS/PTE) as stated in the university offer.
Level & Field of Study
Levels: Primarily available for Full-time Undergraduate, Postgraduate Taught (Master's), and occasionally PhD programs.
Fields: Usually open to a wide range of disciplines, though some clinical, distance learning, or foundation courses may be excluded.
Host University / Provider Info
For the 2026 intake, several universities are confirmed to offer these awards to Bangladeshi students:
Teesside University London: Offers up to £10,000 specifically for Bangladeshi postgraduate applicants.
University of Hertfordshire: Provides a 50% tuition fee reduction for selected undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
Abertay University: Offers £7,000 per year for undergraduate studies.
Required Documents
Commonly required items for Bangladeshi candidates include:
Academic Transcripts: All previous certificates (HSC, A-Levels, or Bachelor's mark sheets).
Statement of Purpose/Video: A written essay or a short video submission explaining your achievements and why you deserve the award.
References: Two strong academic or professional letters of recommendation.
Proof of Citizenship: A valid Bangladeshi passport.
