Applications are now open for the University of Kent GREAT Scholarships 2026/27, a prestigious funding opportunity designed to support outstanding international students pursuing postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom.
The University of Kent GREAT Scholarship offers a £10,000 tuition fee contribution for one year of study, helping eligible students reduce the financial burden of studying in the UK.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Kent
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Ghana | India | Kenya | Malaysia | Nigeria | Thailand | Turkey
- Reward: £10,000 Tuition Fee Contribution
- IELTS: Not Required
- Deadline: April 24, 2026
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Scholarship Details
The University of Kent, in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, has announced the GREAT Scholarships 2026 to support academically talented students from selected countries. This scholarship scheme is designed to encourage cultural exchange while providing international students with the opportunity to pursue one-year taught postgraduate programmes at the University of Kent’s campuses in the United Kingdom.
Through this initiative, beneficiaries are exposed to high-quality UK education while also serving as ambassadors of the GREAT brand and UK Higher Education experience. The scholarship enhances students’ academic journeys, strengthens their professional profiles, and fosters long-term engagement between scholars and the UK education system.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the University of Kent GREAT Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a passport holder of Ghana, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, or Turkey
- Be resident in one of the eligible countries listed above
- Be classified as an overseas fee payer
- Have received and accepted a conditional offer for a one-year full-time postgraduate programme at one of the University of Kent’s UK campuses before April 24, 2026
- Have submitted an Expression of Interest for the GREAT Scholarship
- Be scheduled to commence studies in September 2026
- Demonstrate relevant work experience or strong interest in the chosen field of study
- Be willing to actively participate in academic and extracurricular activities
- Be prepared to act as an ambassador for UK Higher Education
- Show commitment to long-term academic and personal engagement with the UK
- Represent the values and standards of the GREAT brand
- Be willing to attend a UK-based GREAT scholars networking event
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the University of Kent GREAT Scholarship 2026 will receive:
- £10,000 contribution towards tuition fees
- Access to global networking opportunities with other GREAT scholars
- Participation in academic and cultural engagement events organised by the British Council and partner institutions
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Proof of conditional admission offer from the University of Kent
- Completed Expression of Interest for the GREAT Scholarship
- A personal essay (maximum of 500 words) discussing:
- A subject previously studied
- Its relevance to the chosen postgraduate programme
- Motivation and academic interest in the field
How to Apply
To apply for the University of Kent GREAT Scholarship:
- Visit the official scholarship application webpage
- Apply for admission into an eligible postgraduate programme at the University of Kent
- Ensure all eligibility requirements are met and a conditional offer has been received
- Submit the scholarship application through your applicant portal
- Upload the required 500-word essay before the deadline
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