The University of Edinburgh in the United Kingdom (UK) is welcoming exceptional students from around the world to apply for the Global Talent Fund BIG Scholarships 2026.
This prestigious opportunity provides full funding, including tuition fees, financial support for living expenses, and a stipend for academic engagements beyond the classroom, such as internships, research placements, and other enrichment activities.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipend | Internship | Networking | Travel Costs
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: March 31, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Global Talent Fund BIG Scholarship is an annual award offered by the University of Edinburgh in the UK. This initiative, known as BIG (Backing Invisible Geniuses), is designed to support highly gifted young scholars by giving them access to world-class education. The scholarship is specifically targeted at students who have demonstrated academic excellence by winning medals in major international Olympiads.
This transformative scholarship is coordinated by the Global Talent Fund, supported by a founding donation from XTX Markets, and delivered in partnership with the UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. The goal is to empower extraordinary talents by placing them in environments where they can excel academically and contribute meaningfully to scientific advancement.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Global Talent Fund BIG Scholarships 2026, applicants must:
- Have won a gold, silver, or bronze medal in any of the following international science Olympiads:
- International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO)
- International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI)
- International Physics Olympiad (IPhO)
- Romanian Master of Mathematics (RMM)
- European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) (gold or silver medal only)
- Have secured full-time admission into one of the following undergraduate programs offered by the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh:
- BSc Applied Mathematics
- BSc Mathematics
- BSc Mathematics and Statistics
- MMath Applied Mathematics – direct entry into second year only
- MMath Mathematics – direct entry into second year only
Scholarship Benefits
Selected scholars under the Global Talent Fund BIG Scholarships 2026 will receive:
- Full payment of tuition fees
- Living expenses support
- A stipend for academic activities outside classroom learning
- Opportunities for internships
- Access to research placements
- Invitations to social events and networking sessions
Required Documents
Applicants are expected to prepare the following documents:
- Academic transcripts
- Evidence of international Olympiad medal
- University of Edinburgh admission letter
- Identification documents
- Any additional supporting documents requested during application
How to Apply
To apply for the Global Talent Fund BIG Scholarship 2026, candidates should:
- Click HERE to access the scholarship page
- Apply for admission to the University of Edinburgh
- Complete the scholarship application
- Access the online application form via EUCLID through MyEd, the University’s information portal
Deadline: 23:59 (UK Time), March 31, 2026
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