Four universities in Greater Manchester will offer GREAT Scholarships 2027 to Indian students seeking admission to one-year taught postgraduate courses in the United Kingdom. The scholarships will provide a minimum of £10,000 towards tuition fees for the 2027-28 academic year, with courses scheduled to begin in autumn 2027.The participating institutions are Manchester Metropolitan University, the Royal Northern College of Music, the University of Manchester and the University of Salford. The awards are part of the GREAT Scholarships programme, jointly funded by the UK government’s GREAT Britain Campaign, the British Council and participating higher education institutions.The programme aims to support Indian students pursuing postgraduate education in the UK across a range of academic disciplines. However, the courses eligible for funding will vary by university, and applicants will need to check the individual institutions’ requirements before applying.
GREAT Scholarships 2027: Benefits and eligibility
Each scholarship will provide at least £10,000 towards the tuition fees of an eligible one-year taught postgraduate course. The award is a contribution towards tuition fees and does not cover the full cost of studying in the UK.Students will need to arrange funds for any remaining tuition fees, accommodation, travel and other living expenses. The total financial support required will depend on the course fee and the university selected.To be eligible, candidates must have received an offer of admission from one of the four participating universities and meet the entry requirements for their chosen course.Applicants should check the respective university’s official admissions and scholarship pages for details of eligible programmes, selection criteria, application deadlines and any additional conditions. There is no single application process or common deadline specified for all four institutions.
Universities offering GREAT Scholarships to Indian students
The four universities cover different academic and professional fields.Manchester Metropolitan University and the University of Salford offer postgraduate programmes across areas including business, management and applied disciplines. The University of Manchester provides courses across a broad range of academic fields, while the Royal Northern College of Music specialises in music education and performance.The wider GREAT Scholarships programme covers subjects including finance, marketing, business, psychology, science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), design, humanities, arts, music and dance. The availability of specific subjects and courses will depend on the participating university.
Courses to begin in autumn 2027
The scholarships will support eligible students enrolling in one-year taught postgraduate programmes during the 2027-28 academic year, with courses scheduled to begin in autumn 2027.Taught postgraduate degrees generally involve structured coursework and assessments, unlike research degrees that focus primarily on independent research projects.Students planning to apply should first identify an eligible course, check its admission requirements and secure an offer from the relevant university. They should then review the institution’s scholarship guidelines and deadlines before submitting an application.The final selection will depend on the eligibility requirements and conditions set by the respective university and the GREAT Scholarships programme.
