About This Scholarship
Citizens of GREAT Scholarship partner countries (China, India, Ghana, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan, Thailand, and others). Apply through British Council in your country.
Awards are country-specific and subject-specific. Check British Council's GREAT page in your country for the current year's subjects and universities.
Eligibility Requirements
- Citizen of an eligible GREAT country
- Apply to a GREAT-participating UK university
- Academic merit (strong undergraduate GPA)
- English proficiency (IELTS 6.0+)
- Apply through British Council in your country
Application Timeline
Application Deadline
28 February 2027
Results Announced
31 May 2027
Programme Start
Varies — check official website
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the GREAT Scholarship (UK) cover?
Minimum £10,000 toward tuition fees for one year of UK postgraduate study
Who is eligible for the GREAT Scholarship (UK)?
Citizens of GREAT Scholarship partner countries (China, India, Ghana, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan, Thailand, and others). Apply through British Council in your country.
When is the deadline for the GREAT Scholarship (UK)?
The deadline is 28 February 2027. Results are announced around 31 May 2027.
What fields of study does the GREAT Scholarship (UK) cover?
The scholarship is open to students from all academic backgrounds and fields of study.
Is there anything special about the GREAT Scholarship (UK)?
Awards are country-specific and subject-specific. Check British Council's GREAT page in your country for the current year's subjects and universities.
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