Embark on your academic journey in the UK with the University of Bristol Think Big Scholarship! This prestigious scholarship program is now open for applications, offering a fantastic opportunity for international students to pursue undergraduate or master’s studies at one of the UK’s leading universities. In this article, we’ll provide a comprehensive guide to the scholarship, including its benefits and a step-by-step application process.
About the Think Big Scholarship
The University of Bristol Think Big Scholarship for the academic year 2025-2026 is designed to support international students who demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment to contributing to their community. This scholarship offers up to £20,000, which can be applied as a fee waiver toward tuition costs for selected undergraduate and master’s programs.
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Scholarship Summary
- Level of Study: Undergraduate, Master’s
- Institution: University of Bristol
- Study in: United Kingdom
- Courses Offered:
- Any full-time undergraduate program (excluding Medicine, Dentistry, and Veterinary Science)
- Any one-year, full-time taught postgraduate program at the University of Bristol
- Program Duration: Varies based on the selected program
- Deadline:
- Postgraduate: April 29, 2024
- Undergraduate: February 26, 2024 (annual deadlines)
Scholarship Coverage
The Think Big Scholarship offers the following financial awards:
- Undergraduate Students (September 2024 entry):
- 3 scholarships of £10,000 each
- 9 scholarships of £5,000 each
- Postgraduate Students (September 2024 entry):
- 5 scholarships of £20,000 each
- 10 scholarships of £10,000 each
- 20 scholarships of £5,000 each
Note: These awards are provided as fee waivers toward tuition costs.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the University of Bristol Think Big Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Required Language: English
- Eligible Countries: Open to students from all countries
- Must be classified as an overseas student for fee purposes
- Must have applied to start a full-time undergraduate degree in a qualifying course or a one-year, full-time taught postgraduate program at the University of Bristol starting in September 2024
- Must not already be receiving other funding that covers the full cost of tuition fees alongside a Bristol scholarship
How to Apply Think Big Scholarship?
Follow these steps to apply for the Think Big Scholarship:
- Apply for Admission: Submit your application to the University of Bristol through UCAS. You will need your student ID to complete the scholarship application.
- Submit the Scholarship Application: Complete and submit the Think Big Scholarship application form. This form is a general application for multiple scholarships, and the university will automatically consider you for other available scholarships as well.