United KingdomMasterDeadline varies by university or programmePartially FundedGREAT Scholarships 2027–2028
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The GREAT Scholarships are jointly funded by the UK government's GREAT Britain Campaign, the British Council and participating UK universities. Each award gives £10,000 towards tuition fees for a one-year taught postgraduate (master's) course. More than 140 scholarships are offered each year by over 60 UK universities. Applicants must be passport holders and permanent residents of one of 18 eligible countries, including Egypt. You apply directly to the participating university, and each university sets its own deadline, usually between March and June.
Funding Benefits & Coverage
3 Benefits£10,000 toward tuition
Each scholarship provides £10,000 toward tuition fees.
One-year taught master's
For one-year taught postgraduate courses.
Welcome and networking events
A welcome event in semester one and a networking event in semester two.
Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria
6 CriteriaRequired Documents
5 DocsApply to the university course first; some universities require an offer before the scholarship application.
You must also be a permanent resident of that country.
According to each university's requirements.
Format set by the university.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Funding type: Partially Funded. Announced benefits: £10,000 toward tuition, One-year taught master's, Welcome and networking events.
Eligible levels: Master.
Deadline varies by university or programme. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: Offer or application for an eligible one-year master's, Passport of an eligible country, Degree certificate and transcripts, English test result (e.g. IELTS), Scholarship application or personal statement.
Apply directly on the official website: https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/scholarships-funding/great-scholarships. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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Available Majors
Open to all fields of study
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