University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) Scholarships for International Students 2026

Yes, UHI runs many programmes that can be studied fully online (UHI describes them as being “delivered entirely by computer and over the internet”), and some funding options can apply to online/distance learners depending on the fund’s rules and your fee/status (Scottish/UK/international) and study mode. For example, some part-time funding routes explicitly include “not campus based” courses, while some funding sources may exclude fully online study (so always check the fine print for your country and funder

UHI scholarships/bursaries span a wide range of subject areas (often with eligibility tied to your course, campus/academic partner, and student status). Commonly covered areas include business, computing/IT, energy and engineering, science and environment (including marine-related fields), humanities and social sciences, and health and wellbeing. From the recipient stories, Madhav Karthikeyan and Jay Tering both studied aquaculture/environment through Erasmus Mundus, showing that STEM/environment pathways can be strongly supported.

It varies by funding source, but UHI’s funding listings commonly separate eligibility by nationality/status (for example Scottish, rest of UK, European, and international), and there are also support options aimed at international students in specific circumstances. The GlobalScholarships recipient stories also show international students studying with UHI as part of joint programmes: Madhav (India) and Jay (Philippines) both received Erasmus Mundus funding connected to UHI.

Often yes for international applicants. UHI typically expects you to meet English-language requirements unless you qualify for an exemption, and you may be asked to provide evidence (tests like IELTS/TOEFL or accepted alternatives, depending on your background and course). The scholarship-recipient stories reinforce this: Madhav Karthikeyan says “possessing a language proficiency certificate… is crucial,” and Jay Tering shares that “the only thing that took me so long to submit was… my language certificate.”

Yes, but it depends heavily on your course and your country’s qualification system. UHI publishes country-by-country guidance and course pages also list specific entry requirements. As one concrete example from UHI’s international entry guidance, certain undergraduate entry comparisons for US applicants reference a suggested minimum high school GPA of 2.7 (for a particular Scottish Higher equivalency), but other countries are expressed as percentages/grades and some courses require higher. For scholarships, the practical “minimum” is often higher than admission minimums because funding can be competitive: Madhav Karthikeyan reports an OGPA of 8.37 in his prior degree before securing a fully funded Erasmus Mundus place.

There isn’t one universal minimum; some awards are merit-based, some are need-based/hardship, and others are course- or campus-specific. For competitive global schemes linked to UHI (like Erasmus Mundus in the recipient stories), strong academics plus a compelling application narrative matters a lot: Madhav Karthikeyan highlights “my motivation letter… the reference letter… and my CV,” and Jay Tering emphasizes that his answers “were heartfelt” and based on “passion and advocacy,” adding that “honesty and integrity are also important.”

Requirements vary by course and applicant background, but common documents include academic transcripts, official exam/award certificates, proof of English language ability (where required), and any course-specific items (for example portfolio, references, or a personal statement). UHI also states your application may not be considered until supporting documentation is received, and gives examples like “copies of official examination certificates, and transcripts.” In the GlobalScholarships recipient stories linked to UHI, the paperwork is very similar: Jay Tering lists “a transcript of records, a diploma, and a letter of recommendation” and mentions his language certificate; Madhav Karthikeyan points to a motivation/SOP, a reference letter, a CV, and a language proficiency certificate.

• Transcripts / academic records
• Official certificates (graduation/exam certificates)
• English language evidence (if required)
• CV / résumé (common for postgraduate and scholarship applications)
• References / recommendation letters
• Personal statement / motivation letter (common for scholarships and many postgraduate routes)
• Any course-specific requirements (portfolio, work experience evidence, etc.)

It depends on how you apply. For full-time undergraduate applications you typically apply via UCAS, which charges an application fee. If you apply directly through UHI’s website (commonly for part-time study and for postgraduate/professional programmes), UHI states: “There is no fee to apply directly through our website.”