Home to over 1300 international students, Worcester offers an excellent environment in which to study, with superb learning facilities and the high quality teaching you need to get the most from your studies. We look forward to welcoming you into our international student and staff community.            

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scholarships 

Students have to be studying full-time to be eligible for any of the scholarships and bursaries. These scholarships and bursaries do not apply to our graduate entry Medicine MBChB course.

Please note that only one scholarship, bursary or discount can be redeemed by each student with the exception of the early payment discount which can be added to any other amount.

Scholarships, Bursaries & Discounts

 Students have to be studying full-time to be eligible for any of the scholarships and bursaries. These scholarships and bursaries do not apply to our graduate entry Medicine MBChB course.

Please note that only one scholarship, bursary or discount can be redeemed by each student with the exception of the early payment discount which can be added to any other amount.

 

International (Non-EU) Merit Based Scholarship – Undergraduate

Depending on your academic achievement you are automatically awarded a scholarship on full-time programmes, please see the table below for more information.

 

CriteriaAmount (£)

• 144 UCAS points or equivalent

• Direct entry with grades equivalent to 1st Class

3,000 For each year of study with progression

• 128 UCAS points or equivalent

• Direct entry with grades equivalent to 2:1

2,000 For each year of study with progression

• 112 UCAS points or equivalent

• Direct entry with grades equivalent to 2:2

1,000 For each year of study with progression

 

 

International (Non-EU) Merit Based Scholarship – Postgraduate

Depending on your academic achievement you are automatically awarded a scholarship on full-time programmes, please see the table below for more information.

 

CriteriaAmount (£)

• UK 1st Class Honours or 2:1, or equivalent 

3,000 For each year of study with progression (up to 4 years for Postgraduate Research Programme)

• UK 2:2 or equivalent

2,000 For each year of study with progression (up to 4 years for Postgraduate Research Programme)

 

 

Undergraduate Academic Achievement Scholarship

The University awards scholarships of £1,000 to eligible undergraduate students in their second and third year of a degree course at the University. Students do not apply for these scholarships as they are awarded to eligible students who achieve 120 credits at Grade A- or higher during the 22/23 academic year. 

 

Sports Scholarship

If you have an outstanding record of achievement in a particular sport and want to combine this talent with study at a university with a proven reputation, then you may be eligible for a sports scholarship at Worcester. Our sports scholarships and bursaries represent a very special partnership with some of the region’s top sports teams, including Worcestershire County Cricket Club (WCCC), Worcester Hockey Club and Worcester Wolves Basketball Club.

 

Visit the Sports Scholarships page for more details.

 

 

Alumni Loyalty Bursary

51ÊÓƵ EU and non-EU graduates who have successfully completed a BA, BSc or LLB award and then move on to a full-time Masters or PhD course at Worcester will receive a 20% discount on their tuition fees if they apply without the help of an agent.

 

Family/Sibling Bursary

Family/Sibling bursary is available to the sibling, spouse or child of someone who is either currently studying on, or has graduated from, a full-time course at the 51ÊÓƵ. The eligible applicants will receive a 15% discount on their tuition fees if they apply without the help of an agent.

 

Early Payment Discount

A £500 early payment discount is available to International (non-EU) students who pay full tuition fees to the University by 30th September (for September starters) or 31st January (for January starters). 

 

Study Abroad Discount

A 15% study abroad discount is available to International (non-EU) students from a partner University studying an undergraduate full-time course for one year or one semester.

Financial Aid for Undergraduate for USA applicants

For more information on scholarships, view the Financial Aid for American Students booklet. If you have any questions regarding the scholarships please email international@worc.ac.uk or visit our fees, scholarships and loans pages. 

Financial Aid for Postgraduate for USA applicants

For more information on scholarships, view the Financial Aid for American Students booklet. If you have any questions regarding the scholarships please email international@worc.ac.uk or visit our fees, scholarships and loans pages. 

 

 

The 51ÊÓƵ gave me the confidence I needed to start my career. The amazing support and guidance of lecturers helped affirm my decision to travel abroad to Worcester. Three years at the 51ÊÓƵ gave me a great stepping stone into the workplace.

Lauren Pizzicaroli (Canada/BA Creative Writing & Screenwriting)

 

  

International Fees Summary

The standard tuition fee for full-time international students enrolling on BA/BSc/LLB degrees and FdA/FdSc degrees in the 2025/26 academic year is £16,700 per year.

The standard tuition fee for full-time international students enrolling on a Postgraduate Masters Degree in the 2025/26 academic year is £17,900 per Year.

For more details, please visit our course fees page.

 

 

General Entry Requirements 

Please use the information below as a guide. Other qualifications, such as work experience, may also be taken into consideration in addition to the requirements listed below and all applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Higher National Diploma (HND) or Foundation (FdA/FdSc) courses may ask for a lower grade and some specialist BA/BSc courses may have a higher requirement. Specific course requirements can be found on individual course pages.

Candidates with other qualifications should contact the International Recruitment Office with full details on international@worc.ac.uk, in order to check their eligibility.

Undergraduate (courses requiring a UCAS tariff range of 96-112)Postgraduate

Applicants who have passed the USA High School Diploma with an overall GPA 3.0

The 51ÊÓƵ still accepts the SAT, ACT and AP; however, it is now test optional instead of mandatory entry requirements. 

Other equivalent English qualifications will be considered.

Pass the USA bachelor degree from a recognised institution with a minimum GPA of 2.7. For English requirements please see our Language Requirements and Support page 

 

 

Local Representative 

USA

Across the Pond

Email address: info@studyacrossthepond.com 
Website: 

For specific information about Worcester representatives in your region, please contact:

International Recruitment Office
Jenny Lind Building - (Room JL2026)
51ÊÓƵ
Worcester
WR1 3BB

Telephone: +44 (0)1905 542640
Email: international@worc.ac.uk

 

 

 

Attending the 51ÊÓƵ has opened so many doors for me and granted me so many opportunities for my future. I know that I will fully be prepared for a career in Nursing having attended this university as they provide all the necessary training to make me a qualified Nurse. I’m proud to be a student here.

Lydia Joy (USA/BSc Nursing)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Find representatives in your country

 

 

 

Our full list of country representatives webpage allows you to view trusted 51ÊÓƵ contacts from around the world.

 

If you have any further questions about our representatives, you can email our International team on international@worc.ac.uk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Visa Applications

For information on visa applications and requirements please see our dedicated Visa, CAS and application webpages.