University of Glasgow Scholarships for International Students 2025

As an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s scholar, Mahnoor Saleem started her journey at the University of Glasgow, focusing on Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies. Her scholarship enabled her to engage in intensive coursework focused on global security, defense policies, and conflict management. She leveraged this opportunity to connect with program alumni and scholars, building a strong academic and professional network that helped her transition into the international academic community. The supportive and diverse academic environment enhanced her learning experience, allowing her to embrace Glasgow’s culture and strengthen her expertise.

Learn more about Mahnoor’s journey by reading her success story.

Yara Aleid from Syria is a Chevening Scholar who completed her Master’s in Global Mental Health at the University of Glasgow in 2024. With a background in medicine and pediatric residency, Yara developed a strong interest in the intersection of mental and physical health, especially in children and adolescents. This led her to pursue further education in mental health to better understand how both areas influence one another.

Read her full story to learn how she earned the Chevening Scholarship and pursued her passion for child mental health in the UK.

Faith Opiyo from Kenya is pursuing a Master’s in Public Health at the University of Glasgow, supported by the Chevening Scholarship. With over a decade of experience in gender and sexual reproductive health and rights, Faith’s work is driven by her lived experiences growing up in a marginalized community and her passion for advancing women and girls’ empowerment.

Check out Faith’s story for an inspiring reminder that lived experience, authenticity, and belief in your purpose can make your scholarship application unforgettable.