GREAT Scholarships 2025 | British Council | United Kingdom
In this guide, we will provide detailed information about the GREAT Scholarships program, including its benefits and the step-by-step application process.
GREAT Scholarships 2025-2026 are fully funded opportunities available to international students pursuing a master’s degree. Each scholarship provides up to £10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year postgraduate course.
The GREAT Scholarships are funded jointly by the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign, the British Council, and participating UK higher education institutions.
These scholarships are available from a variety of UK universities, covering a wide range of subjects. Each scholarship offers a minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year postgraduate program.
Scholarship Summary:
- Level of Study: Masters
- Institutions: See the list below
- Location: UK
- Program Duration: One year for a postgraduate course
- Deadlines: Varies by university admission deadlines
Participating Institutions:
- Aston University
- Edinburgh Napier University
- Goldsmiths, University of London
- King’s Business School
- Lancaster University
- Loughborough University
- Newcastle University
- Nottingham Trent University
- Oxford Brookes University
- Robert Gordon University
- Sheffield Hallam University
- Teesside University
- University of Bristol
- University of Dundee
- University of Essex
- University of Gloucestershire
- University of Reading
- University of Strathclyde
- University of Warwick
- University of York
Scholarship Coverage:
- Each scholarship provides a minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year postgraduate course.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Language Requirement: English
- Eligible Countries: Bangladesh, China, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailand
- Additional Requirements:
- Hold an undergraduate degree
- Show motivation and interest in the proposed subject area
- Meet the English language requirements of the UK higher education institution
- Engage with the UK as a scholar through academic and personal fulfillment
- Attend a networking event for all UK-based GREAT scholars
- Maintain contact with the British Council and the higher education institution
- Act as an ambassador for the GREAT Scholarships
- Be willing to speak to potential candidates about your experience studying in the UK
How to Apply:
- Visit the university pages listed above to find more information about the scholarships.
- Follow the instructions provided on each university’s scholarship webpage to apply.
- Deadlines vary by institution; check each university’s page for specific details.
- The individual universities will notify successful applicants.
- The universities will disburse scholarship funds after registration.
For more details, please visit the official GREAT Scholarships website.
