University of the Arts London Foundation and Pre-degree £7,000 International Scholarships

The University of the Arts London (UAL) is excited to announce the Foundation and Pre-degree £7,000 International Scholarships for the academic year 2026/2027. This competitive, merit-based award provides a £7,000 tuition fee waiver for eligible international students undertaking full-time, in-person Foundation or Pre-degree programmes, with continued support through progression to undergraduate (BA) study, subject to successful annual completion and maintained overseas fee status.

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Background

The University of the Arts London (UAL) established the Foundation and Pre-degree £7,000 International Scholarship to attract academically strong and creatively driven international students at the early stages of their higher education journey. Understanding that foundation and pre-degree programmes play a crucial role in preparing students for undergraduate success, UAL designed this scholarship to provide sustained financial support across multiple years of study.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:

1. Course Offer

   • Hold an offer to study a full-time, in-person Foundation or Pre-degree course at UAL starting in the 2026/2027 academic year.

2. Fee Status

   • Must qualify for Overseas International tuition fee status.

   • Important: If your fee status changes between pre-degree and undergraduate study, you will no longer be eligible for the scholarship.

3. Academic Requirements

   • Achieved or predicted to achieve qualifications equivalent to:

     • 112 UCAS tariff points, or

     • A Levels: BBC, or

     • IB Diploma: 32 points

   • Recognised international high school qualifications are accepted.

   • Applicants should use the UCAS tariff calculator to confirm equivalency.

4. Academic Evidence

   • Provide official transcripts.

   • If final results are pending, submit predicted grades from your school.

5. Personal Statement Requirement
   Applicants must submit a personal statement addressing three questions maximum 350 words per question:

   • How your achievements and experiences demonstrate your suitability for the scholarship

   • How the qualification will support your future plans

   • How you will contribute to university life and how being part of the UAL community will help you achieve your career goals

Benefits

• The scholarship provides a £7,000 tuition fee waiver per year.

• It is automatically continued when you progress from pre-degree to BA-level study, subject to:

  • Successful completion of each academic year

  • Continued eligibility and Overseas fee status

• The award is applied directly to your tuition fee account each year.

Application Process

The application process is straightforward but strictly deadline-based:

1. Apply for and secure an offer to study an eligible Foundation or Pre-degree course at UAL.

2. Log in to your UAL Applicant Portal.

3. Navigate to the “My Finance and Funding” tab.

4. Complete and submit the scholarship application form available there.

Late or incomplete applications will not be considered, and deadlines cannot be extended for students awaiting course offers.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: 20 May 2026.

Conclusion

The UAL Foundation and Pre-degree £7,000 International Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for high-achieving international students who aspire to study creative disciplines in the UK. With its multi-year financial support, seamless progression from pre-degree to undergraduate study, and focus on academic merit and personal potential, this scholarship significantly reduces the financial burden of studying at one of the world’s leading arts universities.

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