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Saïd Foundation · Application cycle 2027/2028

Saïd Foundation Scholarships 2027/28

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About this scholarship

The Saïd Foundation funds one-year master's degrees in the UK for outstanding people with leadership potential from Syria, Jordan, Lebanon and Palestine. Awards go to candidates whose studies will help them contribute to the development of their home countries. Applications for 2027/28 close at 5:00pm UK time on 30 October 2026.

Funding type

The scholarship is fully funded and covers: Tuition fees Maintenance (living costs) Arrival allowance Visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge One economy return flight Family members are not supported.

Tuition fees
Covered
Living costs
Covered
Travel
Covered
Insurance
Covered

Eligibility requirements

Nationalities
Listed nationalities only — Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestinian Territories
Residence condition
Must live in listed countries — Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestinian Territories

Syrian, Jordanian, Lebanese or Palestinian nationality (dual nationals are accepted) Permanent residence in one of these countries; temporary study or work abroad is allowed, and Syrians have extra flexibility Palestinians in Israel and Palestinians displaced from Gaza since 2023 are eligible An undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 or higher, or in the final year of one Relevant work or voluntary experience and a clear career path Leadership potential and commitment to serving the community No age limit

Minimum grade
Not stated
Work experience asked for
Not stated
Return condition
Return home after the award
How to apply
Straight to the provider

Language requirements and exemptions

Language test required IELTS 6 TOEFL iBT Duolingo English Test 105 No waiver

An English test is required and there is no waiver. IELTS Academic: 6.0 overall with at least 6.0 in each band Duolingo: 105 overall and in each band TOEFL iBT: 80 overall with 20 in each band if taken before 21 January 2026, or 4.5 overall with 4.0 in each band if taken from 21 January 2026 The certificate must be dated after 1 September 2025.

University admission details

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You must apply to a one-year master's programme starting in autumn 2027 at one of the Foundation's UK partner universities. A non-partner university is allowed only if the course is not offered at a partner. You do not need an offer to apply, but you must show that you have applied. PhD and undergraduate study are not funded.

Required documents

Completed online application Three references (academic, employer and voluntary), uploaded before submission Degree certificate and transcripts, or current transcripts for final-year students English test certificate University offer letters or proof of application

Application steps

Read the eligibility, English language, references and documents guidance on the Foundation's website. Apply to your chosen UK master's programmes for autumn 2027. Complete the online application and upload everything before 5:00pm UK time on 30 October 2026. Shortlisted candidates are interviewed in March 2027. Scholars sign a binding undertaking to use their skills for the development of the Foundation's target countries after their studies.

Requirement checklist

Online application form Required

Submit through the Saïd Foundation portal before 5:00pm UK time on 30 October 2026.

Three references Required

One academic, one from an employer and one from voluntary work. All three must be uploaded before you submit.

Academic transcripts and degree Required

An undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 or higher. Final-year students send their current transcripts.

English language test certificate Required

IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with 6.0 in each band, Duolingo 105 overall and in each band, or TOEFL iBT. The certificate must be dated after 1 September 2025.

University offer letters Conditional?

These are not needed to apply but are recommended. Otherwise give evidence that you have applied to your chosen master's programme for autumn 2027.

Interview Conditional?

Shortlisted candidates are interviewed in March 2027.

Scholarship contacts

Saïd Foundation scholarship applications: [email protected] · Contact form

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