Scholarships for international students

Think Big is the University of Bristol’s flagship scholarship scheme. You can also search for other scholarships for international students.  

Think Big international scholarships 

Our Think Big international scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students could help you fund your UK study at the University of Bristol. We've invested up to £5 million in Think Big scholarships to help international students come to Bristol in 2027.

These scholarships are for applicants with overseas fee status who have applied for an eligible undergraduate or master's course.

Scholarships available

Think Big undergraduate scholarships are valued at £3,000, £6,500 and £13,000 for up to four years of study.

Think Big postgraduate scholarships are valued at £6,500, £13,000 and £26,000 for your first year of study.

Multiple scholarships, one application form

Our Think Big Scholarship scheme has partnered with faculties, alumni and external partners to offer a wide range of scholarships in addition to the central Think Big undergraduate and postgraduate awards.

To make the application process easier, You only need to fill in one application form to be considered for the international scholarships that you are eligible for. 

Application timeline

Before starting your scholarship application, you must have applied to study at the University of Bristol and received an application ID.

Date	Event
27 October 2026	Scholarship applications open at 10:00am UK time
19 March 2027	Think Big Scholarship applications close at 1:00pm UK time
Early May 2027	Think Big outcomes shared
End of May 2027	Think Big Offer Holder deadline to accept Scholarship
July 2027	Scholarship award letters shared with successful applicants

 

Check back for updates 

Available for Undergraduates - more to be added by the end of November 2026

Available for Postgraduates - more to be added by the end of November 2026