The British Council's GREAT scholarship is a popular scholarship at UK universities. It is available to international students to pursue a Master's degree program at one of the UK's leading universities. The scholarship is for one year. For the 2026/2027 academic year, 200 GREAT scholarships were available at over 70 UK universities in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. To apply for a GREAT scholarship in the UK, choose a UK university that offers GREAT scholarships and matches your academic interests. The GREAT scholarship program is available at select institutions in each country. There is no application fee for applying for a GREAT scholarship. The GREAT scholarship is jointly funded by the UK government, the GREAT Britain campaign, and the British Council, with participating UK higher education institutions. More details are below.
Details about the British Council Grand Scholarship
- Host country : United Kingdom
- Degree Level : Master's Degree
- Duration : One year
- Deadline: Each institute has set its own deadline for each country.
Financial advantages
Students will receive £10,000 to cover tuition fees.
Eligible countries
For the 2026/2027 academic year, the scholarship is open to students from 18 countries:
- Bangladesh
- China
- Egypt
- France
- Ghana
- Greece
- India
- Indonesia
- Italy
- Kenya
- Malaysia
- Mexico
- Nigeria
- Pakistan
- Spain
- Thailand
- turkey
- Vietnam
Each country's page provides a comprehensive list of universities that offer scholarships to its citizens, and details the eligible courses, universities, and application process.
Eligibility criteria
- The applicant must be from one of the eligible countries (listed above).
- The applicant must have completed a bachelor's degree.
- Meeting the English language requirements set by the university in the United Kingdom.
- Maintain contact with the British Council and act as an ambassador for GREAT scholarships.
How can I apply for the British Council GREAT 2026 scholarship?
Click on the country name. For more information, visit the university's page and follow the steps. The application deadline for the GREAT Scholarship varies by institution. UK higher education institutions must award scholarships by June 30, 2026. The official website link is below.