GREAT Scholarships 2026: Big Funding, Big Opportunities
- Scholarships
- November 19, 2025
- One Education
If you’re planning to study in the UK in September 2026, here’s some great news! There’s a scholarship opportunity called the GREAT Scholarships, funded by the UK Government and the British Council, and we want to help you make sense of it. Whether you’ve heard of it before or are totally new, this post will break down what it is, which universities are participating, and how to apply.
What are the GREAT Scholarships?
- The GREAT Scholarships are postgraduate master’s scholarships for international students from more than 14 countries.
- Each scholarship is worth £10,000 that goes toward tuition fees for a one-year taught master’s program.
- The program is a collaboration between the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign and the British Council, together with participating UK universities.
- Recipients of this scholarship will also be invited to networking events and welcome activities to build a community of GREAT scholars.
Participating UK Universities in 2026
Here’s a list of universities in the UK that are offering GREAT Scholarships for the 2026 academic year, along with their application deadlines (as of the latest update)
| University | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Abertay University | N/A |
| King’s Business School | 24 May 2026 |
| Kingston University London | 29 May 2026 |
| Newcastle University | 14 May 2026 |
| Royal Northern College of Music | 1 August 2026 |
| University of Edinburgh | 1 May 2026 |
| University of Bristol | 10 April 2026 |
| University of Kent | N/A |
| University of Stirling | 1 May 2026 |
Who Is Eligible to Apply for a GREAT Scholarship 2026?
- Nationality / Residency: You must be a Thai national
- Education: You must have completed a bachelor’s degree.
- Academic Performance: You need to meet the academic requirements that the university sets for the master’s program.
- English Proficiency: You must satisfy the English-language requirement of the university.
- Commitment to Networking: You should be willing to take part in the GREAT recipient events and act as a “GREAT ambassador.” This includes representing your experience and possibly sharing about it.
‼️ The information about deadlines and available scholarships can change. Please check the British Council’s GREAT Scholarships page or contact One Education team for up-to-date information.
Interested in Studying a Postgraduate Programme in the UK?
For more information and assistance with the application process, you can contact One Education, an official representative of UK Universities. We offer free consultation and support throughout your application journey. Our service is free of charge.
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