GREAT Scholarships

British Council and UK universities

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Passport holder and permanent resident of an eligible partner country (Bangladesh is a partner country) with an undergraduate degree, who meets the UK university's English requirement and applies to a participating university. The 2026-27 Bangladesh list names Cranfield, Leeds Arts University, Keele, Manchester, Ulster, East Anglia, Glasgow, Hull and Portsmouth. Scholars must join a UK networking event and act as ambassadors for the scheme.

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About this opportunity

Scholarships jointly funded by the UK government and UK universities for one-year Master's courses.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Passport holder and permanent resident of an eligible partner country (Bangladesh is a partner country) with an undergraduate degree, who meets the UK university's English requirement and applies to a participating university. The 2026-27 Bangladesh list names Cranfield, Leeds Arts University, Keele, Manchester, Ulster, East Anglia, Glasgow, Hull and Portsmouth. Scholars must join a UK networking event and act as ambassadors for the scheme.
2. Note the deadline. Varies by university (set by each participating university - check the GREAT page of the university you apply to) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. University application and scholarship form; academic documents.
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Selection by the participating university

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
3. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
4. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
5. Support your financial-need statement with clear documents and keep the numbers consistent across forms.
6. "Rolling" or "varies" does not mean unlimited time. Funds are awarded as applications are reviewed, so apply early.

Quick answers

Who can apply for GREAT Scholarships?

Passport holder and permanent resident of an eligible partner country (Bangladesh is a partner country) with an undergraduate degree, who meets the UK university's English requirement and applies to a participating university. The 2026-27 Bangladesh list names Cranfield, Leeds Arts University, Keele, Manchester, Ulster, East Anglia, Glasgow, Hull and Portsmouth. Scholars must join a UK networking event and act as ambassadors for the scheme.

What does GREAT Scholarships cover?

GBP 10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year taught postgraduate course at a participating UK university

When is the deadline for GREAT Scholarships?

Varies by university (set by each participating university - check the GREAT page of the university you apply to) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with GREAT Scholarships?

Host countries: United Kingdom.

What documents do I need for GREAT Scholarships?

University application and scholarship form; academic documents.

How are applicants selected for GREAT Scholarships?

Selection by the participating university

How much work is the GREAT Scholarships application?

Medium: apply through the UK university