British Council Announces GREAT Scholarships for Indians

• British Council GREAT Scholarships offer £10,000 tuition support to Indian students for UK postgraduate study.
• Twelve UK universities participate, covering diverse subjects such as STEM, arts, business, humanities, and psychology.
• Scholarship enhances academic exposure, career prospects, international networking, and India–UK educational collaboration.

The British Council, working with the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign, has unveiled the GREAT Scholarships 2026–27 to support Indian students aspiring to pursue postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom. This initiative is designed to help academically strong candidate’s access world‑class education and benefit from the UK’s globally respected higher‑education system, fostering deeper cultural and academic ties between India and the UK.

For the upcoming academic year, the programme is offering 12 prestigious postgraduate scholarships across a diverse range of institutions. These include Anglia Ruskin University, Queen’s University Belfast, the Royal College of Art, University of Bristol, University of Surrey, University of Reading, University of Dundee, Norwich University of the Arts, Royal Northern College of Music, Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, and UWE Bristol.

Each award comes with a minimum value of £10,000, which will go towards tuition fees for one‑year taught postgraduate courses. The scholarships span a wide range of academic disciplines, including finance, marketing, business, psychology, STEM, design, humanities, arts, music, and dance ensuring opportunities for students with varied academic interests.

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In addition to financial support, the GREAT Scholarships initiative seeks to broaden Indian students’ exposure to innovative teaching approaches, encourage practical and analytical skill development, and offer pathways that connect academic learning with real‑world professional opportunities. Scholars may also benefit from post‑study work routes in the UK, helping strengthen their career prospects after graduation.

The programme reflects the enduring educational partnership between India and the UK and reinforces both countries’ commitment to expanding international higher education accessibility. By supporting talented Indian students in accessing high‑quality postgraduate programmes in the UK, the scholarships aim to nurture future leaders with strong global perspectives and skills relevant to the international job market.

Selected candidates will also have opportunities to act as ambassadors for the scholarship initiative, sharing their journeys to inspire future applicants and deepen ongoing academic exchange between the two nations.