Applications are now open for the prestigious GREAT Scholarships 2025-2026, offering students from 18 countries the opportunity to pursue world-class higher education in the UK. Organized by the British Council’s Study UK campaign in collaboration with various UK universities, these scholarships provide access to outstanding academic programs across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
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About the Scholarships
- Over 70 UK universities are participating, offering more than 200 scholarships for the academic year 2025-2026.
- Scholarships are co-funded by the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign, the British Council, and participating universities.
- As part of the program, all GREAT scholars will attend a welcome reception during the first semester and a networking event in the second semester.
Scholarship Benefits
- Each scholarship provides £10,000, which will be deducted from tuition fees.
- The scholarship is valid for one academic year.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a citizen and resident of an eligible country.
- Hold an undergraduate degree and demonstrate motivation and interest in their chosen subject area.
- Meet the English language requirements of the selected UK university.
- Commit to engaging with the UK academically and personally as a scholar.
- Attend networking events with other GREAT scholars to share experiences.
- Maintain contact with the British Council and their university, serving as an ambassador for the GREAT Scholarships.
- Be willing to share their experiences with future applicants as an alumnus.
Eligible Countries
Scholarships are open to students from the following countries:
Bangladesh, China, Egypt, France, Ghana, Greece, India, Indonesia, Italy, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Spain, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam.
How to Apply
- Visit the university page to explore available scholarships and follow the link to the respective university’s website.
- Submit your application following the specific instructions on each university’s scholarship page.
- Deadlines vary by institution; refer to the individual university pages for details.
- Successful applicants will be notified directly by the universities.
- Scholarship funding will be disbursed after registration.
