The British Council, in a significant move to promote higher education among Indian students, has announced the GREAT Scholarships 2024[^1]. This initiative is a collaborative effort with the UK government’s GREAT Britain campaign and aims to provide Indian students with the opportunity to pursue postgraduate studies in the UK starting in autumn 2024[^1]. The scholarships are available for a variety of disciplines, including but not limited to Finance, Marketing, Business, Psychology, Design, Humanities, and Dance[^1].
For the academic year 2024-25, 25 UK universities are participating in this program, offering 26 postgraduate scholarships exclusively to Indian students[^1]. Each scholarship is valued at a minimum of £10,000, which will go towards covering tuition fees for a one-year postgraduate course[^1]. Additionally, the GREAT Scholarships 2024 has introduced two specialized scholarships in Justice and Law studies, in partnership with the Ministry for Justice, catering to students interested in fields such as human rights and commercial law[^1].
Recognizing the growing importance of Science and Technology, the program also includes four scholarships across four UK universities for courses in artificial intelligence, sustainable engineering, and psychology[^1]. These scholarships are part of the British Council’s efforts to enhance accessibility to UK education for Indian students and to celebrate the diverse academic offerings of UK institutions[^1]. With over 133,237 Indian students enrolling in UK universities annually, these scholarships serve to strengthen the educational bond between the two countries[^1].
Prospective applicants must obtain an offer of admission from one of the participating universities and meet all entry prerequisites set by the respective institution[^1]. The launch of the GREAT Scholarships 2024 is a testament to the British Council’s commitment to fostering international educational exchanges and providing Indian students with valuable opportunities for academic advancement[^1].
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