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Felix Non-Indian Scholarship

SOAS University of London, United Kingdom

Scholarship overview

Funded by the Felix Scholarship Trust, one Felix (Non-Indian) Scholarship is available for September 2026 entry to a national of a developing country, for a taught master's (first class bachelor's) or a PhD (first class master's).

It is aimed primarily at nationals of Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, Iraq and the Palestinian territories living in their country of origin. The scholarship is administered by SOAS, Oxford and Reading.

Award Information

  • National of a developing country, not currently living or studying outside it.
  • Not previously studied a year or more outside the home country.
  • First class bachelor's degree or comparable.
  • Those already holding a master's cannot apply for a master's scholarship.
  • Demonstrated financial need; expected to return to work in the home country.
  • Complete admission application by 12 noon on 2 March 2026; offer by shortlisting (unconditional offers may be prioritised).
  • Full-time PhD or taught master's only; part-time not eligible.
  • Full tuition fees.
  • Living costs.
  • Return air fare.
  • Pre-sessional courses not funded.
  • Deadline: 12 noon UK time on 2 March 2026.
  • Shortlisted candidates notified by March 2026; online interviews with Felix Trust April to May 2026.
  • Final outcome by June 2026.
  1. Submit a complete online admission application by 12 noon UK time on 2 March 2026.
  2. Apply for the scholarship through the admissions portal by the same time.

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How selection works

  • Academic merit, with financial need considered.
  • SOAS panel shortlists admitted applicants; interviews are conducted by Felix Trust members, not SOAS.

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