Scholarships for international students
International students can apply for a range of funding, including Think Big scholarships.
Think Big scholarship applications are now closed for 2024 entry.
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 £3 million in Think Big scholarships to help international students come to Bristol in 2024.
These scholarships are for applicants with overseas fee status who have applied for an eligible undergraduate or master's course.
Read the guidance notes before starting your application.
Think Big application deadlines
Think Big undergraduate scholarships
Applications closed on 26 February 2024.
Think Big postgraduate scholarships
Applications closed on 29 April 2024.
Multiple scholarships, one application
Our Think Big scheme has partnered with faculties, alumni and external partners to offer a wide range of scholarships.
To make the application process easier, you only need to submit one scholarship application. With one application we consider you for every scholarship, providing that you meet the necessary entry requirements.
All scholarships and bursaries currently included in the Think Big application form are listed below, with more to be added in due course.
Undergraduate scholarships
- Think Big undergraduate awards
- Think Big about Business undergraduate scholarships
- Think Big about Childhood Studies scholarship
- Think Big about Economics undergraduate scholarships
- Think Big bursaries for Science
Postgraduate scholarships
- Think Big postgraduate awards
- Think Big about Business postgraduate scholarships
- Think Big about Economics postgraduate scholarships
- Think Big about Education postgraduate scholarships
- Think Big about Innovation scholarships
- Think Big about Law and Justice
- Think Big about Nutrition, Physical Activity and Public Health
- Think Big about Policy Research
- Think Big about Social Work
- Michael Wong Pakshong bursary
- Phyllis Mary Morris bursaries
Postgraduate partner scholarships
With our prestigious external partners, we offer a range of scholarships for postgraduate students from specific regions:
Further details
Application timeline
| Date | Event |
| 15 November 2023 | Applications open |
| 26 February 2024 | Undergraduate applications closed |
| 8 April 2024 | We notify undergraduate scholarship applicants of outcome |
| 29 April 2024 | Postgraduate applications closed |
| 24 May 2024 | We notify postgraduate scholarship applicants of outcome |
| Mid-June 2024 | Scholarship award letters are sent to successful applicants |
Terms and conditions
The terms and conditions and frequently asked questions are the same for all University of Bristol international scholarships.
Think Big Development Programme
If you're awarded a scholarship, you not only receive financial support, you'll gain access to the Think Big Development Programme.
The programme offers guidance, support, inspiration, and a solid framework for you to unlock your potential beyond your academic studies.
International scholarships community on LinkedIn
Join us on LinkedIn and network with current and past scholars.
Be honest, enthusiastic and passionate in your application. Talk candidly about your reasons for applying, whether it is a fascination with the city, career aspirations, or a desire to be a part of something bigger.