George WilkinsonIf you’re a student in Ghana dreaming of studying in the UK, here’s your chance to make that dream a reality — and save £10,000 while you’re at it.
The GREAT Scholarships 2025 are now open, offering Ghanaian students the opportunity to receive £10,000 towards tuition fees for a wide range of one-year taught postgraduate courses at top UK universities. This is one of the most accessible and impactful funding opportunities for postgraduate students looking to gain a world-class education in the UK.
What Are GREAT Scholarships?
GREAT Scholarships are part of a collaboration between the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign and the British Council, in partnership with selected UK higher education institutions. The initiative aims to support postgraduate students from selected countries, including Ghana, in accessing quality UK education while building global connections and skills for the future.
For Ghanaian students, this is not just financial aid — it’s an open door to new networks, world-class education, and the global exposure that comes with studying in the UK.
UK Universities Offering GREAT Scholarships to Ghanaian Students in 2024–25
The following universities are offering GREAT Scholarships to students from Ghana for the 2024–25 academic year:
- Keele University
- Edge Hill University
- Imperial College London
- Robert Gordon University
- University of East Anglia
- The University of Manchester
- University of Birmingham
- University of Bradford
- University of Derby
- University of Edinburgh
- University of Plymouth
- University of Kent
- University of Strathclyde
- University of Warwick
📝 Tip: Visit each university’s official website to see which postgraduate courses are eligible under the GREAT Scholarships scheme and how to apply.
Who Is Eligible?
To apply for a GREAT Scholarship, you must:
- Be a citizen of Ghana
- Hold an undergraduate degree
- Be motivated and genuinely interested in your chosen subject area
- Meet the English language requirements of the UK university
- Demonstrate your commitment to engaging with the UK, both academically and personally
- Be willing to participate in a GREAT Scholars networking event in the UK
- Act as an ambassador for the GREAT Scholarships, both during and after your studies
- Be open to sharing your UK study experience with future applicants as an alumnus
How to Apply
- Visit the GREAT Scholarships university page and select the institution you’re interested in.
- Follow the link to that university’s official website.
- Review the eligible courses and specific scholarship details.
- Apply directly through the university’s application portal.
- Deadlines vary by institution, so make sure you check and apply early!
👉 Note: Each university manages its own application process and will notify successful applicants directly. Scholarship funds are also disbursed by the individual institutions once registration is complete.
Final Thoughts
This is a golden opportunity to gain access to a globally respected postgraduate education in the UK — with financial support to ease the journey. If you’re a Ghanaian student ready to take that next academic leap, now’s the time to act.
📌 For full details, visit the British Council’s GREAT Scholarships Ghana page or head to your chosen university’s website to begin your application.
George Wilkinson
