British Council GREAT £10,000 Scholarship for International Students from China, France, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand and Turkey at the University of Kent

In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, the University of Kent is offering 7 scholarships of £10,000 to students from China, France, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, and Turkey, applying for one-year taught postgraduate courses based at our UK campuses. The award will go towards one year of tuition fees. The GREAT Scholarships 2025 programme supports doctoral students worldwide to access world-class UK higher education opportunities.

When is the Application Deadline:

The deadline to apply is 25 April 2025, by 17:00 BST.

Tell Me About The Award:

The University of Kent, in partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, offers the GREAT Scholarship 2025 to support postgraduate students from China, France, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, and Turkey. The scholarship aims to foster cultural and academic exchange while promoting UK higher education.

Which Fields are Eligible?

The scholarship is available for one-year taught postgraduate courses at the University of Kent’s UK campuses.

Type:

Postgraduate Taught Scholarship.

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Who can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be citizens and residents of China, France, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, or Turkey.
• Be classified as overseas fee payers.
• Hold and accept a conditional offer for a full-time, one-year postgraduate course starting in September 2025.
• Demonstrate active engagement in their field through work experience or proven interest.
• Be willing to act as an ambassador for UK higher education and the GREAT brand.
• Commit to participating in academic, extracurricular, and networking activities.

How are Applicants Selected?

Selection is based on:

• Meeting eligibility criteria.
• The quality of the submitted 500-word essay discussing a previous academic topic of interest.
• The applicant’s motivation, engagement in their field, and commitment to the scholarship’s values.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Eligible countries are China, France, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, and Turkey.

Where will the Award be Taken?

At the University of Kent’s UK campuses.

How Many Awards?

A total of 7 scholarships are available.

What is the Benefit of the Award?

• £10,000 contribution toward tuition fees.
• Opportunities for networking and personal development.
• Ambassadorial role to enhance professional and academic profiles.

How Long Will the Award Last?

The scholarship covers the duration of the one-year postgraduate taught course.

How to Apply:

Applications for the British Council GREAT scholarship should be made via your applicant portal. You will only be able to apply for the GREAT Scholarship once you have received an offer for your programme from the University of Kent.

In order to be considered for this award, you will need to submit the following:

• an essay of no more than 500 words about a topic you have studied previously and why you found it interesting. This topic should be related to or have inspired you to apply for your chosen degree programme.

This document should be uploaded in word or pdf format only, other formats will be rejected.

If you have applied for a programme with the Medway School of Pharmacy, please email scholarships@kent.ac.uk.

Scholarships will be awarded based on the information provided on your application to the University of Kent, together with the clear thinking and motivation shown in the submitted essay.

Candidates will be informed of the outcome of this award by 27 June 2025.

Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
University of Kent British Council GREAT Scholarship 2025