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The Think Big international scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students could help you fund your UK study at the University of Bristol. The University of Bristol invested up to £5 million in Think Big scholarships to help international students come to Bristol in 2026.
1. Overview
Think Big undergraduate scholarships are valued at £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.
2. Eligibility
You can apply if you:
– have already applied to start an eligible course in September 2026;
– and you are classed as an overseas student for fee purposes.
You do not need to have received an offer to study before submitting an international scholarship application.
3. Eligible courses
Click here to check the eligible courses for undergraduate students or postgraduate students.
4. How to apply
Apply using the international scholarships online application form.
By completing the application form, you will be considered for all the Think Big Scholarships for which you are eligible.
The application process is the same for all University of Bristol international scholarships. The terms and conditions are also the same.
You can find more details about this in our guidance on how to apply for international scholarships.
5. Application timeline
| Date | Event |
| 21 October 2025 | Scholarship applications open at 10:00am UK time |
| 10 April 2026 | Think Big Scholarship applications close at 10:00am UK time |
| Late May 2026 | Think Big outcomes shared |
| Late May 2026 | Think Big Offer Holder deadline to accept Scholarship |
| July 2026 | Scholarship award letters shared with successful applicants |