The Bseisu-University of Edinburgh Scholarships

The University of Edinburgh has partnered with the Bseisu Foundation (https://www.bseisufoundation.org) to provide scholarships for displaced students from Syria, Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine to undertake masters programmes in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

To be eligible for the Bseisu-University of Edinburgh Scholarship 2026/2027, applicants:

  • must be nationals of Syria, Jordan, Lebanon or Palestine
  • must be refugees or displaced, including internal displacement
  • may be domiciled in any country outside the UK.

You must also meet all the academic entry requirements of your chosen degree programme, including English language proficiency.

You will be offered a free English test if you are awarded the scholarship.

This scholarship is for STEM full-time, on campus Master’s programmes at the University of Edinburgh. STEM programmes are offered by the University’s College of Science and Engineering.


  • Full funding for overseas student tuition fees.
  • A Stipend of £20,780 to cover living expenses (including accommodation, bills, travel and food) whilst you are studying in Edinburgh.
  • Travel costs will be fully covered (including visa costs, NHS surcharge, flights and any travel accommodation).

There are 2 scholarships available.


  • You must apply for your chosen degree programme before you apply for this scholarship. You will be provided with a UUN (University User Number) once you have applied for your degree programme. You will be asked for your UUN when applying for the scholarship. You can't be awarded this scholarship if you’re not admitted to your chosen degree programme. Deadlines for degree programme selections vary, so please check the deadline for your chosen programme.

Full instructions on how to apply for the scholarship can be found here

The deadline for applications is 5pm (UK Time) on Friday 13th March 2026.


The successful candidates will be notified by email by mid-May 2026.  If you have not heard from us by then, please assume you have been unsuccessful in your application.

The successful scholars may be expected to meet informally with the donors on occasions, participate in events surrounding this scholarship, or be required to submit a short statement of progress that will be shared with the donors. They will also join the Education Beyond Borders cohort of students at the University of Edinburgh, where they can take advantage of additional support, a mentor scheme and an active social and cultural programme.

This award is for students starting in the academic year 2026-2027 and cannot be deferred.  All scholarships are awarded subject to students accepting award Terms and Conditions.


If you have any additional questions, please contact us at: EducationBeyondBorders@ed.ac.uk


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