UK Scholarships and Funding 2025 - How to Find GREAT Chevening Commonwealth and More

Deciding to study in the UK is a major investment in your future, and there are many funding options for in
ternational students ranging from part funding to full funding that covers tuition, living costs and return flights. The British Council maintains a central guide to UK scholarships and funding which highlights major programmes, institution-specific awards and practical application advice. 

Open status: Varies by programme. GREAT Scholarships applications for 2025-26 are open. 

Main government-backed programmes covered: GREAT Scholarships, Chevening, Commonwealth Scholarships. 

Eligibility: Depends on scholarship - some target specific countries or Commonwealth nationals, some are merit based or subject specific. Check each programme for country lists and rules. 

Levels: Mostly postgraduate funding, but undergraduate bursaries exist at some institutions. 

GREAT Scholarships - scholarships for one-year master courses across a range of subjects and universities; applications for 2025-26 are open for many partner institutions. 

Chevening - a globally competitive fully funded master’s scholarship backed by the UK government; check the Chevening site for deadlines and country-specific guidance. 

Commonwealth Scholarships - awards for high-achieving students from Commonwealth countries for master’s and doctoral study. 

1. Use the British Council course and scholarships finder to filter by level, subject and country. 

2. Check institution-specific scholarships on university websites - many universities offer merit, subject-specific or access scholarships. 

3. Look at specialist resources like Postgraduate Studentships and UKCISA for additional listings and eligibility guidance. 

Top application tips

Read eligibility carefully before spending time on the form.

Tailor your personal statement to scholarship goals (academic excellence, leadership, impact).

Prepare transcripts and references early; some awards require nomination or institutional endorsement. 

Final note and apply

Scholarship dates and availability vary by programme and institution. Start with the British Council scholarships hub and follow links to the official programme pages to confirm current deadlines and application requirements. 

Bookmark this guide and check the official links when you are ready to apply.

Applicant checklist (copyable)

Check eligibility on the official scholarship page

Note exact deadline and timezone

Gather transcripts, CV and references

Draft and tailor your personal statement

Submit application and save proof of submission

All facts above were taken from the British Council scholarships and funding hub. 

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