GREAT Scholarships 2026 at University of Edinburgh (£10,000 UK Funding)
United Kingdom • MSc
Deadline
1 May 2026
Funding
PARTIALLY FUNDED
University
University of Edinburgh
Degree
MSc
Overview
The British Council in partnership with the University of Edinburgh is offering the GREAT Scholarships 2026 for international students.
This scholarship provides a minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees for students pursuing a one-year postgraduate (Master’s) degree in the UK.
The GREAT Scholarships programme is available across multiple UK universities, supporting students from selected countries to access world-class education.
Eligibility
- Must be a citizen and resident of:
- Ghana
- Mexico
- Thailand
- Must have applied and received an offer for a full-time, on-campus MSc programme
- Must meet academic excellence requirements (equivalent to a UK first-class degree)
- Must be willing to act as a scholarship ambassador
Eligible Countries
- Ghana
- Mexico
- Thailand
Benefits
- Minimum of £10,000 tuition fee support
- Opportunity to study at a top UK university
- Access to global academic and professional networks
- Participation in British Council activities and events
Requirements
- Admission to an eligible MSc programme at the University of Edinburgh
- Strong academic background
- Completion of the scholarship application via the university portal
- Willingness to engage with the British Council activities
How to Apply for GREAT Scholarships 2026 at University of Edinburgh
Apply for an eligible MSc programme at the University of Edinburgh
Wait up to 5 working days to gain access to the scholarship system
Log in to the MyEd portal
Complete the scholarship application form in EUCLID
Submit before the deadline
📌 Important Notes
Only 3 scholarships are available under this scheme at the University of Edinburgh
Results will be announced June–July 2026
This scholarship is part of the wider GREAT Scholarships programme across 60+ UK universities