SCHOLARSHIP: University of York, UK International Scholarship for Postgraduate | Masters Students
The University of York GREAT Scholarship is open to applicants from the majority of postgraduate taught courses for China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Kenya. Applicants from Nigeria are only eligible if applying for one of her postgraduate Law programmes.
In partnership with the British Council and the GREAT Britain Campaign, the University of York is offering 5 scholarships to some international students applying for a variety of postgraduate courses.
About university:
The University of York is a prestigious research-intensive university located in York, England. Established in 1963, it is a member of the Russell Group and is renowned for its high-quality teaching, innovative research, and vibrant campus community. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across disciplines, with particular strengths in the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences. York consistently ranks among the top universities in the UK and globally for academic excellence and student satisfaction.
Scholarship deadline:
May 11, 2026
Scholarship details:
- Host Country: United Kingdom UK
- Study Abroad: Study in UK
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Selected Countries
- Reward: £10,000
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
To be considered for the University of York GREAT Scholarship, you must:
- be a citizen of China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Kenya.
- be paying fees at the overseas fee rate (any fee assessments must be completed by 11 May 2026
- have met any language condition of your offer by 11 May 2026
- have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a one year postgraduate taught course at the University of York by 11 May 2026 (you don’t need to have accepted the offer).
- A GREAT scholarship may be combined with external funding as long as this does not cover 100 per cent of your tuition fees.
- Successful candidates will be required to represent the University of York and the British Council as ambassadors for the GREAT scheme.
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply for the University of York GREAT Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should follow the steps below;
- Click on the button below to visit the scholarship application page
- Apply for a postgraduate taught Master’s degree at the University of York
- As part of the application, you will need to provide answers to questions about your course of study and your goals for the future.
- The university will inform you of the outcome of your scholarship application.
Scholarship Benefits:
The Scholarship offers £10,000 and is available to some international students applying for a variety of postgraduate courses.
