HESPAL - Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians

Who it is for

• To be eligible for this scholarship you must: be Palestinian from the Gaza Strip (including displaced Gazans) apply for a postgraduate master’s programme be employed by or part of the academic staff at a Gazan university be nominated by your Gazan university meet the University of Southampton’s academic and English language requirements Women,
• displaced academics, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Good to know

Official application instructions: Applications are through the British Council’s partner Palestinian universities for the 2026 cycle (all universities in Gaza), which nominate candidates.Nominated scholars must:complete the HESPAL application form through your Palestinian universityapply for a master’s degree at the University of Southampton and indicate your interest in HESPAL scholarship funding on the application formFor full details about timelines, eligibility, and supporting documents, please visit the HESPAL website and the Application Guidance Notes.