Fees and Funding | University of Lincoln

Explore Your Options

There are now more ways than ever to fund your postgraduate study. At the University of Lincoln, we believe financial background should not be a barrier to postgraduate study. We offer a range of scholarships and allowances to support students, in addition to the Government’s postgraduate loans.

Whichever postgraduate route you are looking to take, our friendly Postgraduate Team are on hand to support you with information about your funding options and guidance on the cost of living while at University.

Scholarships

The University offers a range of merit-based, subject-specific, and country-focused scholarships for UK and international students. University of Lincoln alumni may be eligible for an Alumni Scholarship which can reduce fees by up to 15 per cent for UK students, or £2,000 for international students.

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Postgraduate and Doctoral Loans

If you choose a postgraduate programme, you may be apply for a Master's loan of up to £12,167*. The Government also offers doctoral loans of up to £28,673* for students enrolling onto full-time PhDs and equivalent postgraduate research programmes.

Loan Information

Research Studentships

Postgraduate students are an integral part of our research community and work alongside talented academics and researchers from around the world. There may be opportunities to get involved in exciting research projects by applying for a studentship.

Current Studentships

*Figures may be subject to change in line with government policy.

Tuition Fees

You will need to have funding in place for your studies before you arrive at the University. Your Postgraduate Loan may contribute to your tuition fees and you may pay your fees upfront or in instalments. Our fees vary depending on the course, mode of study, and whether you are a UK or international student. Some of our programmes may also have additional study costs for materials and field trips. Please see the individual course pages on this website for specifc details. For information on how to pay your fees to the University, please visit our How to Pay pages.

Cost of Living Support

Recent increases in the cost of living are affecting everyone. To help ease some of the uncertainty you may be feeling, the University of Lincoln and the Students’ Union have created a dedicated hub which provides a range of helpful information and advice on how to help you manage your finances, and the support available if you’re struggling.

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Postgrad.com Bursaries

Postgrad.com has launched 15 Postgrad Solutions Study Bursaries, worth £500 each. These can be used to help fund your postgraduate study for 2023. All postgraduate students are eligible to apply, no matter what your subject choice or if you are studying full-time, part-time, or online.

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