History
The University of Surrey was established on 9 September 1966 with the grant of its Royal Charter, but its roots go back to a late nineteenth-century concern to provide greater access to further and higher education for the poorer inhabitants of London.
Education
Our four areas of study within the Faculty are:
- Undergraduate
- Postgraduate Taught
- Postgraduate Research
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Research
The Faculty hosts a large number of focused research groups and centres, with strong leadership and mentoring to support and encourage staff, and to facilitate coordinated bidding for major research opportunities.
Research Centres
- Digital World Research Centre (DWRC)
- Institute of Sound Recording (IoSR)
- International Guitar Research Centre (IGRC)
Top reasons to study here
- Rigorous, autonomous and responsible thinkers, and professionals.
- Open-minded and committed citizens.
- Engaged with the world in pro-active and ethical ways.
Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Key Statistics & Highlights
- 35 Scholarships
Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Overview
Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Scholarships
Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences. Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
Women Scholarship for International Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
$1,500 Annual Students’ Presentation Crafting Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
PlagiarismSearch Essay Contest
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
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Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Rankings
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View University of Surrey rankingStudent services
With students from over 120 different countries, we’re proud to be one of the most culturally-diverse universities in the UK. Specialist staff in our International Office are here to help your throughout the application process – from advising on choosing the right course to applying for a visa and preparing for your first few weeks at Surrey.
Housing services
We offer a wide range of student accommodation and do everything we can to help you feel at home on campus.
Whether you live at Stag Hill, Manor Park or Hazel Farm, fantastic University facilities, beautiful open spaces and Guildford’s lively town centre are only a short walk or bus ride away.
Library services
The University of Surrey Library and Learning Centre is the academic hub of our campus.
We’ve invested £16 million in the Library over the past five years to create a state-of-the-art learning environment.
Campus life
The University of Surrey’s beautiful campus offers students the best of both worlds. Our safe, self-contained student community is just ten minutes’ walk from Guildford town centre.
Sports facilities
Surrey Sports Park is one of Europe’s leading sports venues and the home of Team Surrey.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or an established player, you’ll be welcomed into our friendly sporting community.
Key Facilities- 50m, 8 lane, Olympic standard swimming pool
- 1,000-seat arena space
- 120 station gym and strength & conditioning area
- On site accommodation with en-suite rooms
- Extensive catering facilities
- Outdoor sports space and pitches
- 3 artificial pitches including 3G turf
- Climbing wall
- 6 squash courts
- 2 large exercise studios/conference rooms
- Additional meeting rooms
- Extensive changing/multi purpose rooms
- Car and coach Parking
- Professional account management and event delivery services
Accreditation
National Student Survey gives Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences the thumbs-up.
Students graduating from the Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences in 2013 have reported extremely high levels of satisfaction with their course, according to the latest annual results from the influential National Student Survey (NSS).
Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Campus Locations
#1 Main Campus
United Kingdom Country
Guildford City
Faculty of Arts and Human Sciences Student Reviews & Awards
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