GREAT Scholarships 2026

In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, three scholarships are available for students from Egypt, India and Turkey who are applying for postgraduate courses.

About the scholarship

The GREAT Scholarships 2026 programme, launched by the British Council together with 71 UK universities, supports postgraduate students in accessing world-class UK higher education opportunities.

The scholarship programme offers £10,000 in financial support to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK. Please note that applicants should be passport holders of Egypt, India and Turkey.

Study level

These scholarships are available for any postgraduate courses.

Award values

Financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK.

Number of awards available

One award from an eligible country (Egypt, India and Turkey).

Eligibility

 The applicant must:

  • be a citizen of Egypt, India or Turkey
  • possess an unconditional offer for any postgraduate course
  • hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.0, equivalent to a first-class classification or its international equivalent.

Key dates

Last day to receive entries

  • By or before Friday, 1 May 2026, at 23:59 GMT.

Interview shortlist

  • Monday 11 May 2026

CGPA and the quality of the personal statement will be the criteria to shortlist applicants for the interview.

Interviews start

  • Monday 18 May 2026

Award announced

  • Friday 22 May 2026

Conditions

  • Applicants must not be sponsored students or recipients of another UWE Bristol tuition fee discount.
  • The successful applicant must engage in ambassadorial responsibilities for UWE Bristol and the British Council.

How to apply

Compose a personal statement

  • Demonstrates your eligibility for this scholarship.
  • Maximum word limit of 400 words.

Submit your scholarship application

Submit the application form below no later than 23:59 GMT on Friday 1 May 2026.

GREAT Scholarships 2026 application form