Funding and scholarships

As a student joining us from India, you’ll generally pay the overseas category of tuition fees, but there are exceptions to this for those with long term residency or settled status in the UK.

The exact fee will depend on your chosen course and level of study (pre-degree, undergraduate or postgraduate). It’s important to check the specific course page for the most accurate information.

Our tuition fees provides a full breakdown of standard and non-standard fees, along with guidance on how fees are structured. You can also use the currency converter to view estimated costs in Indian Rupees.

If you’re exploring ways to finance your studies, you may be eligible for an education loan through providers such as Credila.

Explore financial advice for studying in London in our international student loans guidance.

To help ease your concerns about funding your studies, University of the Arts London is pleased to offer several international scholarships to make studying your passion a lot more affordable.

Explore all available scholarships, bursaries and awards by using our scholarship search tool.

UAL Foundation and Pre-degree £7,000 International Scholarship

This multi-year UAL scholarship provides a £7,000 tuition fee waiver for the full duration of pre-degree and undergraduate study. Up to 16 scholarships are available for courses starting in 2026/27 academic year.

Find out if you’re eligible for the UAL Foundation and Pre-degree £7,000 International Scholarship.

UAL International Postgraduate £10,000 Scholarship

This scholarship provides a £10,000 tuition fee waiver for a full-time or part-time taught master's course at 1 of UAL's Colleges and Institutes. Up to 288 scholarships are available for courses starting 2026/27 academic year.

Find out if you’re eligible for the UAL International Postgraduate £10,000 Scholarship.

There are several external funding opportunities available specifically for international students from India. While these awards are not administered or endorsed by UAL as a funding option, we’ve gathered them here to help you explore every possible source of support.

The Chevening Scholarship Programme

The Chevening Scholarship Programme, funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, is a UK government scholarship for postgraduate study in the UK. This is available to students from India.

The scholarship supports future leaders with tuition fees, living costs and travel.

Commonwealth Scholarships

The Commonwealth Scholarships, managed by the UK’s Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC), are offered for postgraduate studies (Master's and PhD).

The scholarship supports outstanding talent, mostly for those who cannot afford to study in the UK.

Goa Education Trust (GET) Scholarships

The Goa Education Trust (GET) Scholarship was firstly created for Goans, but now supports all Indian students pursuing postgraduate study in the UK.

The Inlaks Scholarship

The Inlaks Scholarship is a merit-based award to support Indian students of exceptional talent, character, and motivation who are looking to complete a postgraduate qualification (for example, master’s or PhD) in the UK, Europe or USA.

Masters Compare Postgraduate Scholarship

The Masters Compare Postgraduate Scholarship is a £5,000 funding opportunity for students pursuing a full-time or part-time master's degree at a UK university.

It is open to students of any nationality with an unconditional offer, focusing on supporting students in their postgraduate studies.

Education Future International Scholarship

The Education Future International Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship offering partial funding for students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies worldwide.

The value of each scholarship ranges between ₹2 Lakhs to ₹10 Lakhs.

Postgrad Solutions Study Bursary

PostGrad Solutions are offering up to 5 bursaries of £2,000 for applicants starting postgraduate courses in the 2026/27 academic year. This is open to students from anywhere in the world.

The bursary can be used to cover tuition fees or living costs.

External scholarships and funding options

The scholarships and funding bodies listed in this section are offered by external organisations and are not affiliated with University of the Arts London (UAL). This information is provided as a guide only.

UAL is not responsible for the administration, selection processes or outcomes of these awards. We recommend that you carry out your own research and review all funding opportunities carefully to make sure they meet your needs before applying.

Moving from India to study in London is an exciting step, and planning your finances in advance can help you make the most of your experience. From budgeting tips to guidance on living costs, there are plenty of resources available to help you feel confident about managing your money while you study.

We provide practical advice and guidance on:

• budgeting
• banking, part-time work
• cost of living
• financial support and options.

Discover smarter ways to manage your money with our Money Management hub.