Postgraduate taught funding
David Efird Masters Scholarship
For September 2026 entry, the Department of Philosophy is offering the David Efird Masters Scholarship, which is in the form of a £5,000 reduction in fees.
David Efird Postgraduate Student Research Travel Fund
Students studying for an MA or Research degree in the Department of Philosophy are eligible to apply for a small travel bursary in support of their research.
Xenophanes Scholarship
For September 2026 entry, the Department of Philosophy is offering the Xenophanes Scholarship, which will be awarded as a contribution of £5,000 towards living costs.
Roberta Sykes scholarship
The Roberta Sykes Indigenous Education Foundation provides supplementary financial assistance to Indigenous Postgraduate students who wish to undertake studies at recognised universities outside of Australia.
Tan Kah Kee Scholarship
The Tan Kah Kee Scholarship offers postgraduate scholarships for Singapore citizens and permanent residents pursuing full-time PhD or Masters degrees.
University funding
While not directly related to your studies, these opportunities can help you get the most from your time at York.
York Graduate Loyalty Discount
If you've previously studied at the University of York, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount for postgraduate taught courses.
Equal Access Scholarship (postgraduate)
We're pleased to offer one Equal Access Scholarship for a taught postgraduate student seeking refuge in the UK. Please note that you must have applied to the University of York before submitting an application for this scholarship.
Global Impact Masters Scholarship
York is offering scholarships to international postgraduate students to help them excel.
Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL)
The University of York is proud to be a part of the HESPAL Scholarship Scheme – a programme led by the British Council in partnership with UK universities, offering Masters scholarships to Palestinian academic staff to pursue their studies at UK universities .
International Masters Achievement Scholarship
Our International Masters Achievement Scholarship is here to help international postgraduate students excel.
Roberta Sykes scholarship
The Roberta Sykes Indigenous Education Foundation provides supplementary financial assistance to Indigenous Postgraduate students who wish to undertake studies at recognised universities outside of Australia.
Tan Kah Kee Scholarship
The Tan Kah Kee Scholarship offers postgraduate scholarships for Singapore citizens and permanent residents pursuing full-time PhD or Masters degrees.
Previous funding opportunities
These opportunities are closed to applications. They may reopen in future years.
- Chevening Scholarship
- GREAT Scholarship
- Tom and Eileen House Scholarship
- Aziz Foundation Scholarship
- Beca Carlos Quijano
- Canadian Centennial Scholarship Fund
- International Masters Regional Scholarship
- Joan Samuels Scholarship
- Leverhulme Trade Charities Trust Bursary
- MSc Mental Health Research Scholarship
- Marshall Scholarship
- NIHR INSIGHT programme for Yorkshire and Humber
- Santander | British Council Online English Course 2025
- Saïd Foundation Scholarship
- Snowdon Masters Scholarship