The British Council in partnership with the University of Edinburgh is offering the Edinburgh GREAT Scholarship 2026 for international students.
The University of Edinburgh GREAT Scholarship provides a £10,000 financial award toward tuition fees for eligible students pursuing a postgraduate Master’s degree in the United Kingdom.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom (UK)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Selected Countries (Thailand | Mexico | Ghana)
- Reward: £10,000 Grant
- IELTS Requirement: Not Required
- Deadline: May 1, 2026
Scholarship Details
The University of Edinburgh GREAT Scholarship is offered in collaboration with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign to support international students in accessing high-quality UK education. This scholarship is specifically available to students from Thailand, Mexico, and Ghana who are applying for eligible one-year Master’s programmes for the 2026–2027 academic session.
As part of the wider GREAT Scholarships initiative, which involves multiple UK universities, the programme aims to promote global academic opportunities and strengthen international educational partnerships. Successful applicants will receive financial support to reduce their tuition burden while studying at one of the UK’s leading institutions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the University of Edinburgh GREAT Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Have, or expect to obtain, the equivalent of a UK First-Class Honours degree
- Be a national and resident of Thailand, Mexico, or Ghana
- Have received an offer of admission for a full-time, one-year on-campus Master’s programme at the University of Edinburgh
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- £10,000 tuition fee award
- Financial support applied directly toward tuition fees
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Edinburgh GREAT Scholarship 2026:
- Apply for admission to the University of Edinburgh
- Wait for your application to be processed (this may take up to five working days)
- Access the scholarship application form via the MyEd portal (EUCLID system)
- Log in using your University username and password
- Complete and submit the scholarship application before the deadline
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