The GREAT Scholarships 2025 program is funded by the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign and the British Council, in collaboration with UK universities, and is aimed at providing financial support to international students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom. GREAT Scholarships offers multiple scholarships from UK universities, across a variety of subjects for international students, Each scholarship worth a minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year postgraduate course.
Scholarship Overview
Level of Study: Masters
Institution(s): See List below
Study in: UK
Program Period: one-year for postgraduate course
Deadline: Varies, according to university admission deadlines
The GREAT Scholarships Coverage
The GREAT Scholarships 2025 offers several benefits including:
- The scholarships provide financial assistance that covers tuition fees for the duration of the postgraduate course. The amount of the scholarship varies depending on the university and course, but typically ranges from £10,000 to £15,000.
- Scholars have the opportunity to experience British culture, participate in cultural events, and engage with the local community.
- Studying at a leading UK university allows scholars to receive a high-quality education, work with renowned faculty members, and access state-of-the-art facilities.
- The program includes various professional development activities, such as workshops, seminars, and networking events, which help scholars enhance their skills and expand their professional networks.
- Scholars become part of the GREAT Scholarships alumni network, providing opportunities for lifelong connections and collaborations.
GREAT Scholarships Eligibility Criteria 2025
To be eligible for a GREAT Scholarship 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of one of the eligible countries. The eligible countries are Bangladesh, China, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailand.
- Academic Excellence: Applicants should have a strong academic background and meet the specific academic requirements of the chosen UK university.
- English Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English is mandatory, and applicants must meet the language requirements of the chosen university.
- Offer of Admission: Applicants must have received an offer of admission for a full-time postgraduate course at a participating UK university for the academic year 2025-2026.
- Personal Statement: A compelling personal statement outlining the applicant’s academic achievements, career goals, and how the scholarship will help them achieve their aspirations is required.
Participating Universities
The GREAT Scholarships 2025 program is offered in collaboration with a wide range of UK universities. These institutions are known for their academic excellence, research contributions, and commitment to internationalization. The participating universities are:
- Aston University
- Edinburgh Napier University
- Goldsmiths, University of London
- King’s Business School
- Lancaster University
- Loughborough University
- Newcastle University
- Nottingham Trent University
- Oxford Brookes University
- Robert Gordon University
- Sheffield Hallam University
- Teesside University
- University of Bristol
- University of Dundee
- University of Essex
- University of Gloucestershire
- University of Reading
- University of Strathclyde
- University of Warwick
- University of York
Application Process
The application process for the GREAT Scholarships 2025 involves the following steps:
- Visit the university page below to find out more information and then follow the link through to the university’s website. Apply for individual scholarships following the instructions given on each universities’ scholarship webpages.
- Applicants must apply for a postgraduate course at a participating UK university and receive an offer of admission.
- After receiving an offer of admission, applicants can apply for the GREAT Scholarship through the university’s scholarship application process. This typically involves submitting an online application form along with supporting documents, such as academic transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a personal statement.
- Each university reviews the scholarship applications and selects candidates based on academic merit, the quality of the personal statement, and the potential impact of the scholarship on the applicant’s career.
- Successful candidates are notified by the university and are required to accept the scholarship offer within a specified timeframe.
- Scholarship funding will be issued to successful scholars by individual universities after registration
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