KING'S COLLEGE LONDON (WITH NHS ENGLAND)
King's College London Internationally Qualified Sonographers Scholarship
tuition only · masters
- 100% tuitionFunding covered
- ~GBP 85 (est.)Application fee (non-refundable)
- Level 7 PgCertQualification awarded
- 14+ hours/weekMinimum NHS placement
- CASE-accreditedProgramme accreditation
- United KingdomWhere you study
At a glance
tuition only
Funding
€12k
Max amount
Jul 25, 2026
Deadline
Open to all nationalities (applicants must be linked to a UK NHS placement)
Country
King's College London (with NHS England)
Provider
The King's College London Internationally Qualified Sonographers Scholarship, funded with NHS England (NHSE), covers 100% of tuition for the part-time Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) in Clinical Ultrasound for the 2026-2027 academic year. It is designed for overseas-trained sonographers recruited through the NHS England Community Diagnostic Centre route or already working in the UK NHS in a non-obstetrics role, helping them gain Level 7 academic recognition and align their practice with UK professional standards. The PgCert is accredited by the Consortium for the Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE), and award holders can build a clinical portfolio and register voluntarily with the Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT). Applicants must hold an NHS clinical placement of at least 14 hours per week starting around September 2026 and pay a non-refundable application fee of GBP 85. Shortlisted candidates attend a 30-minute Microsoft Teams interview, and final decisions are expected around 1 September 2026. Tuition coverage, fees and closing dates can change between cycles, so confirm the exact current figures and funding code on the official King's College London course page before you apply.
What's covered
- Full tuition fee coverage — The scholarship pays 100% of tuition for the part-time PgCert in Clinical Ultrasound (a value of roughly GBP 8,000 est. for the certificate).
- CASE-accredited Level 7 certification — Recognition through a Consortium for the Accreditation of Sonographic Education (CASE) accredited Level 7 postgraduate certificate.
- Clinical portfolio support — Structured support to build a personalised clinical portfolio aligned with UK professional standards.
- Voluntary professional registration — Eligibility to register voluntarily with the Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT) on completion.
- Academic-clinical training — Integrated academic and clinical teaching at King's College London, with access to central London clinical placements worth thousands of pounds in supervised training time.
How to apply
Applications are made through the King's Apply portal for the PgCert in Clinical Ultrasound, with the scholarship funding selected during the application.
- Apply online via King's Apply — Submit an application for the PgCert in Clinical Ultrasound through the King's Apply portal.
- Select the scholarship funding — During the application, tick the relevant funding box and enter the cycle's funding code (confirm the current code on the official page).
- Pay the application fee — Pay the non-refundable application fee of around GBP 85 (est.).
- Upload supporting documents — Provide your personal statement, skills gap self-assessment, transcripts, CV, two references, employer support letter and proof of English/right to study.
- Attend the interview and workshop — Shortlisted candidates attend a 30-minute Microsoft Teams interview; finalists may attend an in-person workshop and entrance exam if requesting RPL credits.
Eligibility
ProfessionMust be an internationally trained sonographer recruited via the NHS England CDC route or currently working in the UK NHS in a non-obstetrics role.
Clinical placementMust hold an NHS clinical placement starting around September 2026, with a minimum of 14 hours per week.
Academic & EnglishMust meet King's College London's standard academic entry requirements and English language proficiency requirements.
Right to work/studyMust hold the right to work and study in the UK where applicable.
Applicants must tick the relevant funding box and enter the cycle's funding code during the King's Apply application. Confirm the current funding code on the official course page before applying.
Eligible countries
Open to all nationalities (applicants must be linked to a UK NHS placement)
Deadlines
2026/2027 entry~25 July 2026 (est.)
Selection
Shortlisted candidates are invited to a 30-minute interview via Microsoft Teams. Finalists may attend an in-person workshop and entrance exam, particularly those requesting Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) credits. Selection considers clinical experience, the personal statement, the skills gap self-assessment and employer support, and final decisions are communicated by around 1 September 2026.
Verified sources
- Clinical Ultrasound PgCert - King's College Londonkcl.ac.ukofficial
- King's Apply - King's College Londonapply.kcl.ac.ukofficial
About the provider
King's College London is a public research university in London and one of the oldest universities in England. Its faculties span health, medicine, nursing and allied health, and this scholarship is delivered in partnership with NHS England to support internationally qualified sonographers practising in the UK NHS.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for this scholarship?
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Internationally trained sonographers recruited via the NHS England CDC route or already working in the UK NHS in a non-obstetrics role, who hold an NHS clinical placement of at least 14 hours per week starting around September 2026.
What does the scholarship cover?
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It covers 100% of tuition for the part-time PgCert in Clinical Ultrasound. Applicants still pay the non-refundable application fee of around GBP 85.
Which qualification will I earn?
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A Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) in Clinical Ultrasound, a CASE-accredited Level 7 award from King's College London.
Where will I study?
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At King's College London in the United Kingdom, with clinical placements within the UK NHS.
Is the programme full-time or part-time?
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It is a part-time programme, designed to be studied alongside your NHS clinical placement of at least 14 hours per week.
Is there an application fee?
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Yes. There is a non-refundable application fee of around GBP 85 (est.). Confirm the exact amount on the official course page.
Do I need an NHS placement to apply?
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Yes. You must hold a clinical placement in the NHS starting around September 2026, with a minimum of 14 hours per week.
Which nationalities are eligible?
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All nationalities are welcome, provided you are an internationally trained sonographer linked to a UK NHS placement and meet the entry requirements.
How do I apply?
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Apply online through the King's Apply portal for the PgCert in Clinical Ultrasound, tick the relevant funding box, enter the cycle's funding code, pay the fee and upload your documents.
What is the selection process?
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Shortlisted candidates attend a 30-minute Microsoft Teams interview, and finalists may attend an in-person workshop and entrance exam if requesting RPL credits.
When will I find out the result?
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Final decisions are expected to be communicated around 1 September 2026.
Where can I confirm the latest details?
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Check the official King's College London Clinical Ultrasound PgCert course page for the current funding code, fees, eligibility and deadlines before applying.