GREAT Scholarships 2026–27 for Postgraduate Study in the UK
GREAT Scholarships 2026–27 offer students from 18 countries the opportunity to receive £10,000 towards tuition fees for one-year taught postgraduate courses in the UK. More than 140 scholarships are available through over 60 universities across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
Quick Overview
Programme: GREAT Scholarships
Opportunity Type: Postgraduate scholarships
Study Destination: United Kingdom
Academic Year: 2026–27
Scholarship Value: £10,000 towards tuition fees
Available Scholarships: Over 140
Participating Universities: Over 60
About GREAT Scholarships 2026–27
GREAT Scholarships support students pursuing a wide range of one-year taught postgraduate courses. The scholarships are available through participating higher education institutions across the UK.
Each scholarship is jointly funded by the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign and the British Council with participating UK higher education institutions.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected students receive:
✓ £10,000 towards tuition fees
✓ An invitation to a welcome event during the first semester
✓ An invitation to a networking event during the second semester
Eligible Countries
GREAT Scholarships are available to students from the following countries:
• Bangladesh
• China
• Egypt
• France
• Ghana
• Greece
• India
• Indonesia
• Italy
• Kenya
• Malaysia
• Mexico
• Nigeria
• Pakistan
• Spain
• Thailand
• Turkey
• Vietnam
Available Courses and Universities
The participating universities and eligible courses depend on the applicant’s country.
Candidates should review the dedicated page for their country. Each country page provides a list of universities offering scholarships, information about the covered courses, and application guidance.
How to Apply
Applicants should:
• Select their country from the GREAT Scholarships page.
• Review the participating universities listed for that country.
• Check which postgraduate courses are covered.
• Follow the application instructions provided on the relevant country page.
