The British Council, in partnership with 41 UK universities, has announced the GREAT Scholarships 2024-25 for students from 15 countries.

These prestigious scholarships provide a minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year postgraduate program at a participating UK university.

The GREAT Scholarships aim to support high-achieving international students who want to pursue master’s degrees in the UK.

By covering a substantial portion of tuition fees, these awards make studying in the UK more accessible and affordable for talented scholars from around the world.

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Eligibility for GREAT Scholarships 2024-25

Fully-Funded GREAT Scholarships 2024-25 Open for 15 Countries: Study Your Master’s at Top UK Universities

To be eligible for a GREAT Scholarship, applicants must:

Be a citizen of one of the following 15 countries: Bangladesh, China, Egypt, Ghana, Greece, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Thailand, Turkey or Vietnam
Have an undergraduate degree
Meet the English language requirements of the UK university
Be motivated and interested in the chosen subject area
Be willing to engage with the UK as a scholar and attend networking events
Act as an ambassador for the GREAT Scholarships and promote studying in the UK

Candidates will need to apply directly to the participating UK universities for their chosen master’s programs. Each university has its own application process and deadlines.

Participating UK Universities and Scholarship Details

The following 41 UK universities are offering GREAT Scholarships for the 2024-25 academic year:

Abertay University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Egypt, Kenya and Thailand
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs
Additional scholarships for master’s in science and technology for students from Kenya and Thailand

Aston University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from India, Pakistan, Thailand and Vietnam
Applicable to all one-year postgraduate taught courses, excluding MBA and OSPAP

Buckinghamshire New University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from China and Egypt
Applicable to all taught master’s courses

City, University of London

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh, China and Nigeria
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

Edge Hill University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

Glasgow Caledonian University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh
Applicable to all taught master’s programs

Keele University

4 scholarships worth £10,000 each
Applicable to MSc Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, MSc Advanced Computer Science, MSc Cyber Security, and all postgraduate taught business courses

Lancaster University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia and Pakistan
Applicable to all taught master’s degrees, except MBA and postgraduate research programs

Liverpool John Moores University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh and Egypt
Applicable to MA Education, MSc Biomedical Sciences and MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology

Loughborough University

Scholarships worth £18,000 each
Open to students from China, Pakistan and Turkey
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

Newcastle University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Indonesia, Pakistan and Turkey
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

Norwich University of the Arts

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from India
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

Nottingham Trent University

9 scholarships worth £10,000 each
Applicable to all taught master’s programs
For Nigerian students, only eligible for scholarships for master’s in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Queen’s University Belfast

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from India
Applicable to LLM programs in Criminology and Criminal Justice, International Commercial and Business Law, International Human Rights Law, Intellectual Property Law, Law, and Law and Technology

Robert Gordon University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Ghana, India and Pakistan
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

Sheffield Hallam University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Applicable to all taught master’s programs
Additional scholarships for master’s in justice and law for Nigerian students

Teesside University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Egypt, Indonesia and Pakistan
Applicable to all taught master’s courses

Ulster University

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh, Indonesia and Kenya
Applicable to all one-year master’s degrees, excluding e-learning programs

University of Birmingham

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Ghana and India
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs
Additional scholarships for master’s in justice and law for Nigerian students

University of Bradford

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from China, Ghana and Vietnam
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

University of Bristol

Scholarships worth £13,000 each
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs
Additional scholarships for master’s in justice and law for Indian students

University of Derby

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Applicable to all taught master’s programs
Additional scholarships for master’s in science and technology for Indian students

University of Dundee

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs
Additional scholarships for master’s in science and technology for Pakistani students

University of East Anglia

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Applicable to all taught master’s programs

University of Essex

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from China, Malaysia and Thailand
Applicable to all taught master’s degrees
Additional scholarships for master’s in justice and law for Pakistani students

University of Gloucestershire

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh and Pakistan
Applicable to MA Education and MSc Psychology

University of Huddersfield

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from China and Egypt
For Chinese students, applicable to taught master’s in the School of Education and Professional Development
For Egyptian students, applicable to taught master’s in the School of Science and Engineering

University of Hull

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh, India, Kenya, Mexico, Turkey and Vietnam
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

University of Kent

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from China, Ghana, Greece, India, Kenya, Thailand and Turkey
Applicable to all taught master’s degrees

University of Plymouth

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Ghana, Kenya and Thailand
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs
Additional scholarships for master’s in science and technology for Ghanaian students, applicable to select programs

University of Reading

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Pakistan and Thailand
Applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s programs

University of Southampton

4 scholarships worth £10,000 each
For Bangladeshi students, applicable to any one-year taught MSc program in the Faculty of Medicine
For Indian students, applicable to select taught master’s including MSc Actuarial Science, MSc Economics, and all one-year taught MSc programs in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities
For Nigerian students, applicable to MSc Education and any one-year MSc program in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities

University of Strathclyde

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh, Ghana, Kenya and Pakistan
Applicable to taught master’s in justice and law

University of Surrey

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from China, Egypt, Kenya
Applicable to all taught master’s degrees

University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Open to students from Bangladesh, China and India
For Chinese students, applicable to all full-time postgraduate taught master’s degrees
For Bangladeshi and Indian students, applicable to master’s in science and technology

University of York

Scholarships worth £10,000 each
Applicable to all taught master’s programs
Additional scholarships for master’s in justice and law for Nigerian students

How GREAT Scholars Benefit

In addition to the generous financial support, GREAT Scholarship recipients gain access to valuable opportunities:

Invitation to a welcoming event in the first semester
Invitation to a networking event in the second semester to share experiences with other UK-based GREAT scholars
Opportunity to be an ambassador for the GREAT Scholarships and share their UK study experience with prospective students
Join an active community of GREAT alumni after completing their studies

Studying in the UK offers numerous benefits, including world-class universities, diverse course offerings, renowned faculty, opportunities to gain international experience and build a global network. A UK degree is highly respected by employers worldwide.

Application Process and Deadlines

To apply for a GREAT Scholarship, candidates need to submit an application to the participating UK university for their chosen postgraduate program.Each university has its own application procedure and deadlines, so it’s important to check the specific requirements on the university’s website. Some universities may require additional documents or essays as part of the scholarship application.Generally, candidates will need to provide the following documents:

Undergraduate degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Proof of English language proficiency (e.g. IELTS or TOEFL scores)
Personal statement
References
CV/resume

Many UK universities have deadlines in the December to March period prior to the autumn intake, but some may have earlier or later dates. It’s advisable to apply as early as possible, as scholarships are competitive.

Conclusion

The British Council’s GREAT Scholarships provide an incredible opportunity for high-achieving students from 15 countries to access world-class postgraduate education in the UK.

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With 41 participating universities offering a diverse range of subjects, scholars can find the ideal program to suit their academic interests and career aspirations.

By covering a substantial portion of tuition fees, the GREAT Scholarships make studying in the UK more affordable for international students.

Beyond the financial support, scholars benefit from being part of a prestigious community and gain opportunities for networking and personal development.

If you’re a student from one of the eligible countries and meet the academic and English language requirements, don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to pursue your master’s degree in the UK.

Research the participating universities, choose your preferred program, and start preparing your application well ahead of the deadline.

A GREAT Scholarship can be your pathway to a UK qualification that opens up a world of opportunities.

Take the first step towards your UK education journey today!

For more information about the GREAT Scholarships 2024-25, visit the British Council’s official website.

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