What is The British Ambassador's Scholarship? This scholarship programme is named after The British Ambassador to Vietnam. The key value of the programme is its contribution to Vietnam’s development by providing students with access to world-class higher education opportunities right here in Vietnam. In 2025, four scholarships will be awarded to the most distinguished candidates from high schools nationwide.
This scholarship programme is applied to all undergraduate courses taught at BUV, covering tuition fees for a Pathway programme and a Undergraduate programme. The awardees are selected based on a combination of previous academic performance, relevant experience in community work, and the potential to become future leaders in the public sector, business, and academia. The scholarship also covers transportation fees in the interview round for students living outside of Hanoi and Hung Yen (if necessary).
- Entry: 09/2025
- Closing date: 05/03/2025
- Value: 100% tuition fees (including the tuition fee for the Pathway Programme)
- Number available: 04
Important information
The scholarship programme applies to all undergraduate programmes offered at BUV.
To be eligible for the scholarship, all applicants must:
(a) Be a citizen of Vietnam and reside in Vietnam at the time of application;
(b) At the time of application be not more than 30 years of age;
(c) Have already completed or currently studying Grade 12 with a minimum GPA of 9.0 or equivalent by the time of completion*;
(d) Have a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (no skill below 6.0) or other English language certificates of equivalent level. Please contact the Student Recruitment Office if you do not have an English certification;
(e) Submit all scholarship application documents before the application deadline;
(f) Not hold any other scholarships.
*Please contact the Student Recruitment Office if you do not study in a Vietnamese general education programme for high school.
The Scholarship Panel will select candidates based on an assessment of the following factors:
- Academic results
- Volunteer/Community work experience
- Relevance to the proposed study programme
- Potential contribution to the University and the Community
- Leadership potential
- Need for financial support
Awardees are eligible for the scholarship during their undergraduate and foundation programmes at BUV. The withdrawal of a student at any time will lead to the scholarship being terminated.
British University Vietnam will not refund any fees paid for courses that have been or are being studied by scholarship winners.
This scholarship will cover the tuition fees, resources fees, student affairs fees, and practical equipment fees of the Foundation and Undergraduate programmes, other fees are not covered. The scholarship will be deducted from the annual tuition fee of the winners and subject to change upon the winner’s academic performance. Continuation of the award is subject to the successful completion of all assessments and a minimum annual academic result achievement.
Should the applicant withdraw from the programme before satisfactory completion, they must comply with the Refund Policy established by the British University Vietnam.
If a scholarship holder withdraws from the programme of study, the University reserves the right to obtain full reimbursement of the tuition fees and any other fees and allowances that have been incurred. These must be repaid to the University within three months of withdrawal.
Application process 
All scholarship information is available on the British University Vietnam website.
Applicants are also encouraged to contact the Student Recruitment Office directly for consultation via the following channels:
- Live consultation at British University Vietnam Ecopark Campus, Ecopark, Hung Yen
- Hotline: 024 7770 0909 or Email: sr@buv.edu.vn
- Online enquiry form
All scholarship application documents must be submitted before the application deadline, these documents include:
1. Scholarship application form – please contact our Student Recruitment representatives for a personalised form
2. 02 passport-sized photographs (3×4 cm) taken within the last 6 months
3. A notarised copy of ID card (for Vietnamese students) or passport (for international students)
4. A personal statement (written in English)
5. A copy of high school diploma or equivalent qualification (if available), translated into English and notarised
6. A copy of grade 10, 11, and 12 academic transcripts or equivalent, translated into English and notarised
7. Copies of transcripts and certificates of overseas study. If the original documents are not in English, the copies need to be translated and notarised.
8. Copies of certificates, awards, and prizes achieved during high school (if available). If the original documents are not in English, the copies need to be translated.
9. A notarised copy of an accepted English qualification (IELTS/TOEFL/BUV’s Placement Test Result or equivalent)
10. Recommendation letter(s). If the original documents are not in English, the copies need to be translated.
11. Evidence of disability (if relevant) or financial support needs (if relevant).
12. Other supporting documents. If the original documents are not in English, the copies need to be translated.
13. For Contemporary Creative Practice Programme only: Portfolio of artworks in BUV’s template
14. Receipt of bursary/scholarship securing payment (2,000,000 VND)
Application method:
- Online submission via the online portal
Note:
- Please contact the Student Recruitment Office to get confirmation that your application has been submitted successfully. Hotline: 024 7770 0909; Email: sr@buv.edu.vn
- Candidates applying online may be required to submit a hard copy applicants within 1 week of receiving the interview round confirmation email if required by the school to verify the application.
Short-listed candidates will be invited to the interview round at British University Vietnam Ecopark Campus.
The University will cover transportation fees for candidates living outside of Hanoi and Hung Yen (if necessary).
The final results will be sent to candidates via email.
What do Scholarship Winners say? 
Winner of The British Ambassador's Scholarship 2024
I know that applying to BUV was the wisest decision of my life. I believe that if I give my best effort, I will be able to open a new chapter in my life – a chapter filled with opportunities for growth and the chance to make a difference in my chosen field.
To all the applicants out there, I want to say: Believe in yourself. Every dream deserves a chance to become reality – ignore the doubts, and with persistent passion, you can achieve anything you desire. The best is yet to come.
Winner of The British Ambassador's Scholarship 2023
Through extensive research, I have discovered that BUV’s Computer Games Design and Programming academic curriculum align seamlessly with my objectives. The nurturing environment provided by BUV will equip me with the knowledge and skills necessary to create exceptional, innovative games. It is my vision that one day, games will be generally regarded as a respected art form, revered alongside the likes of books and movies. By revolutionising how we perceive reality through virtual means, I aspire to develop games that entertain, enlighten, and educate. The profound impact games can leave on players serves as my constant motivation, and I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to pursue my passion at BUV.
