International students planning to study in London can apply for the International Merit-Based Scholarship at Kingston University. According to the official Kingston University scholarships page, the award is a £5,000 tuition fee reduction, applications are open for the January 2027 intake, and the deadline is Monday, 23 November 2026. Results will be announced by Monday, 7 December 2026. This guide explains the eligibility, application steps and personal statement requirements.
Scholarship Overview
| University | Kingston University, London, England |
| Scholarship | International Merit-Based Scholarship |
| Award | £5,000 tuition fee reduction |
| Intake | January 2027 |
| Eligible Applicants | International students who hold an offer to study at Kingston University |
| Deadline | Monday, 23 November 2026 |
| Results | By Monday, 7 December 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- You must be an international student.
- You must hold an offer to study at Kingston University. The university page states that the offer is for the January or September intake, and applications are currently open for January 2027.
- You must meet the academic admission requirements of the course you applied for.
- You must upload your offer email and submit a 300-word personal statement with the scholarship application form.
The scholarship announcement presents this as a scholarship for Master’s students. Please confirm the eligible courses on the official page before applying.
The Personal Statement
The official page says the personal statement should be 300 words and should explain how you will be a champion for Kingston University. The announcement suggests the following questions to guide your writing:
- Why do you want to study at Kingston University?
- How will you use your education in the future?
- Why would you be a good ambassador for the university?
The official page may list its own questions, so read the application form carefully.
How to Apply
- Apply for an eligible course at Kingston University and receive your offer.
- Open the International Merit-Based Scholarship application form through the official scholarships page.
- Upload your offer email.
- Write and submit your 300-word personal statement.
- Submit the application before 23 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Applications open | Now, for the January 2027 intake |
| Deadline | Monday, 23 November 2026 |
| Results announced by | Monday, 7 December 2026 |
How the £5,000 Works
The award reduces your tuition fees. The official FAQ gives an example: if your fees are £13,500 and you are awarded £5,000, you should pay £8,500. This is a partial scholarship, not a fully funded award. The announcement notes that accommodation, living expenses and travel are not included, so students should plan these costs separately.
Tips for Applicants
These are general tips and are not part of the official page.
- Apply for your course early so that you receive your offer before the scholarship deadline.
- Save your offer email as a file so that you can upload it quickly.
- Write your statement in your own words, be specific, and stay within the 300-word limit.
- Give concrete examples of your achievements and how you will contribute to the university community.
Conclusion
The Kingston University International Merit-Based Scholarship can reduce tuition costs by £5,000 for eligible international students starting in January 2027. The deadline is close, so make sure you have your offer, prepare your statement and apply early. Selection is not guaranteed. Please confirm the latest details on the official Kingston University website.
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