International student finance, fees and scholarships

Here you can find everything you need to know about fees and payment, scholarships, loans and bank accounts for international students studying in the UK.

Fees and payment

We offer flexible payment plans, to help you pay your tuition fees in manageable chunks, and we can also help you calculate what your living costs might be.

Scholarships

Birkbeck offers a number of scholarships specifically for international students.

Financial aid for American students

Birkbeck administers a range of loans for students from the United States. Find out how to apply and whether you're eligible.

Loans for Canadian students

Birkbeck administers a range of loans for students from Canada. Find out how to apply and whether you're eligible.

Residence requirements for 'Home' students

The fees you will be asked to pay and your financial support entitlement will differ depending on whether you are a 'Home' or overseas student.

Eligibility for part-time overseas fee status

Particular groups of international students may be eligible to study at Birkbeck part-time and to pay the part-time overseas fees rate.

Opening a bank account

Find out about the fastest, most convenient way of opening a bank account in the UK.