Looking to study in the UK with financial support? The University of Edinburgh, in partnership with the British Council, is now offering the prestigious GREAT Scholarship for 2025. This opportunity provides £10,000 toward your postgraduate degree at one of the world’s leading universities—no IELTS required.
Here’s everything you need to know to apply and boost your chances of winning this scholarship.
About the University of Edinburgh GREAT Scholarship 2025
The GREAT Scholarship is part of a UK-wide initiative by the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign to support talented students from selected countries in accessing world-class education in the UK. The University of Edinburgh is offering this scholarship to eligible students enrolling in a one-year master’s program for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Host Country: United Kingdom
Eligible Countries: Nigeria, India, Thailand, Mexico, and Spain
Level: Postgraduate (Master’s)
Scholarship Value: £10,000 tuition fee deduction
Duration: One-year Master’s program
IELTS: Not required
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the University of Edinburgh GREAT Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen and current resident of Nigeria, India, Thailand, Mexico, or Spain
- Have or expect to obtain the overseas equivalent of a UK first-class honours degree
- Have applied and gained admission into a full-time, on-campus, one-year master’s program at the University of Edinburgh
Scholarship Benefits
- A tuition reduction of £10,000, directly applied to your postgraduate degree at the University of Edinburgh.
- No additional language test (like IELTS) required if your program and country of origin waive it.
- Access to world-class education in a multicultural environment.
- Apply for Admission to Edinburgh
First, submit your application for a one-year full-time master’s degree at the University of Edinburgh. Admission is a prerequisite for scholarship eligibility. - Wait for Access to MyEd
After applying for admission, allow up to five working days for your account to be processed and granted access to the MyEd portal. - Complete the Online Scholarship Application
Log in to MyEd Portal using your University User Name and password. The GREAT Scholarship application is available under the “Scholarships and Funding” section in EUCLID. - Submit Before Deadline
Ensure your application is submitted on or before April 30, 2025. Late entries will not be accepted.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply
Need Help?
Visit Student Systems Support if you have issues logging into the MyEd portal.
Final Tips
This is a highly competitive scholarship, so make sure your academic credentials, personal statement, and references are strong. Apply early to avoid last-minute complications.