King’s College London is offering prestigious NHSE-funded scholarships for Internationally Qualified Sonographers who wish to pursue a Pg Cert in Clinical Ultrasound for the 2025–26 academic year. This scholarship supports overseas-trained sonographers in obtaining Level 7 recognition and meeting UK professional standards while enhancing their clinical skills through academic training.
Key Details:
* Scholarship Type: Full tuition fee coverage
* Degree Level: Certification course
* Subjects Available:
* Sonography
* Clinical Ultrasound
* Eligible Nationalities: Open to all nationalities
* Application Deadline: July 25, 2025
* Scholarship Decision Notification: September 1, 2025
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Benefits
1. 100% tuition fee coverage for the part-time Clinical Ultrasound Pg Cert program.
2. Access to CASE accredited awards and recognition at Level 7 in the UK.
3. Support in building a personalized portfolio aligned with UK clinical ultrasound standards.
4. Eligibility for voluntary registration with the Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT).
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
1. Be internationally qualified sonographers recruited via NHSE CDC or currently working in the UK NHS as non-obstetrics sonographers.
2. Hold a clinical placement in the NHS starting September 2025 (minimum 14 hours per week).
3. Meet King’s College London’s standard eligibility criteria, including English language requirements.
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Selection Process
1. Eligible candidates will be invited to a 30-minute interview via Microsoft Teams.
2. Short-listed applicants will attend an in-person workshop and entrance exam (for those seeking RPL credits).
3. Final scholarship decisions will be announced by September 1, 2025.
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Application Procedure
1. Apply through King’s Apply [https://www.kcl.ac.uk/study-legacy/funding/internationally-qualified-sonographers-scholarship] for the Pg Cert Clinical Ultrasound.
2. No separate scholarship application is needed; tick funding box number 5 and enter funding code US2025.
3. Pay a non-refundable £85 application fee.
4. Submit the following documents:
* Personal statement outlining existing skills and experience.
* Skills gap analysis self-assessment form.
* Certificates, transcripts, and overseas registration details.
* Up-to-date CV.
* Two references, including one from the current NHS employer.
* Employer’s letter of support and memorandum of agreement from the placement.
* Evidence of English proficiency and right to work/study in the UK (if required).
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Why Study Clinical Ultrasound at King’s College London?
* World-renowned faculty and research facilities.
* Located in London, offering diverse clinical exposure and networking opportunities.
* Integrated academic and clinical training, bridging international standards with UK practice.
* Development of a standardized portfolio to aid future international applicants.
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