Said Foundation Scholarship
About this scholarship
The Said Foundation Scholarship supports talented students from the Middle East to undertake a one-year master’s degree in the United Kingdom. The Foundation works to develop people who will contribute to the development of their home countries, focusing on nationals of Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria.
The award is fully funded, covering full tuition fees, a living allowance, return economy airfare, and visa and NHS surcharge costs, for one year of master’s study at a UK partner university. Scholars join a community committed to giving back to their home countries and region.
Eligibility is for those who hold the nationality of and are permanently resident in Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, or Palestine, with an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 or higher (or in their final year), demonstrated leadership potential, and a commitment to return home to contribute to development. You apply for a one-year master’s at one of the Foundation’s UK partner universities (non-partner universities are considered only if the course is unavailable at a partner), and apply online via the Said Foundation website during the window with transcripts, a CV, three references, and an English-language certificate. For students from these countries, it is a generous, fully funded route to a UK master’s.
Eligibility
- National of and permanently resident in Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, or Syria.
- An undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 or higher (or in your final year).
- Demonstrated leadership potential.
- A commitment to return home to contribute to your country's development.
- A confirmed (or intended) offer from a UK partner university.
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition fees.
- Living allowance.
- Return economy airfare.
- Visa and NHS surcharge costs.
Required Documents
- Online application.
- Academic transcripts and certificates.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Three references.
- English-language certificate (e.g. IELTS).
- UK university offer (where available).
How to Apply
- Confirm you hold the nationality of and are permanently resident in Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, or Palestine, with a UK 2:1-equivalent degree and a commitment to return home.
- Apply for a one-year master's at one of the Foundation's UK partner universities (non-partner universities are considered only if the course is unavailable at a partner).
- Apply online via the Said Foundation website during the window with transcripts, a CV, three references, and an English-language certificate (confirm the current dates).
