Are you an aspiring postgraduate student from an eligible African or Asian country? The UK Government GREAT Scholarships 2024-25 are now open for applications. Funded by the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign and the British Council, this opportunity is your gateway to pursuing one-year postgraduate studies in the UK.

Overview of the GREAT Scholarships

• Sponsorship: British Council/GREAT
• Study Location: Universities in the UK (see the list below)
• Scholarship Worth: Minimum of £10,000 per awardee
• Number of Awards: 8 to 9 scholarships per country per year
• Study Level: Postgraduate
• Nationality: Eligible countries include Bangladesh, China, Egypt, Ghana, Greece, Kenya, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Thailand, Turkey, and Vietnam.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria may vary by country, but, in general, applicants must:

• Be citizens of eligible countries.
• Hold an undergraduate degree enabling entry into a UK postgraduate program.
• Demonstrate motivation and academic ability for a UK postgraduate course.
• Have work experience or a proven interest in the subject area.
• Meet the English language requirements of the UK university.
• Fulfill other specific country eligibility criteria (check the official scholarship page for details).

Participating Countries and Universities

Eligible Countries:

• Bangladesh
• China
• Egypt
• Ghana
• Greece
• Kenya
• India
• Indonesia
• Malaysia
• Mexico
• Nigeria
• Pakistan
• Thailand
• Turkey
• Vietnam

Eligible Universities in the UK:

• Anglia Ruskin University
• Birmingham City University
• Bishop Grosseteste University
• Bournemouth University
• Cranfield University
• Edinburgh Napier University
• Goldsmiths, University of London
• Imperial College London
• Keele University
• Newcastle University
• Nottingham Trent University
• Oxford Brookes University
• Robert Gordon University
• Royal Academy of Music
• Royal Agricultural University
• Sheffield Hallam University
• Teesside University
• Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
• Ulster University
• University College London
• And many more…

Ensure to verify the list on the scholarship application page.

Application Process

1. Filter Universities:
   • Visit the ‘find a scholarship’ page to filter universities offering GREAT Scholarships.
2. Access Information:
   • Click on the university of interest to access detailed scholarship information.
3. Apply:
   • Follow the instructions on each university’s scholarship webpage to apply for individual scholarships.
4. Deadline:
   • Application deadlines vary by institution. Check each university’s page for specific details.
5. Outcome:
   • Successful applicants will be notified by individual universities.
6. Funding:
   • Scholarship funding will be issued by individual universities after successful registration.

Conclusion

This is your chance to unlock a brighter future through quality education in the UK. Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for the UK Government GREAT Scholarships 2024-25. Act now and embark on your journey to academic excellence.