University of Bristol Think Big Scholarship 2027

Overview

The University of Bristol’s Think Big Scholarships fund international undergraduate and postgraduate students who can demonstrate impressive achievements and a clear vision. Awards range from GBP 6,500 to GBP 25,000 across three tiers (Think Big Bronze, Silver, Gold) for postgraduate, and tiered awards for undergraduate. Bristol is a Russell Group research university consistently ranked in the UK’s top 10. The 2027 cycle closes 30 April 2027.

Benefits

• Tuition fee reduction from GBP 6,500 (Bronze) to GBP 25,000 (Gold) for postgraduate awards.
• Tuition reduction up to GBP 20,000 per year for undergraduate awards (over up to 3 years).
• Applied automatically to your Bristol tuition account.
• Compatible with other Bristol scholarships and external funding within institutional rules.
• Recognition as a Think Big Scholar in Bristol’s annual publications.

Eligibility

• International student (overseas fee-paying classification).
• Holding (or expecting) an offer of admission to a Bristol undergraduate or postgraduate taught programme for September 2027 entry.
• Strong academic record at most recent qualification.
• Demonstrated leadership, impact, or vision through a personal statement focused on your goals.
• Some Think Big tiers prioritise applicants from specific regions (Africa, South Asia, Latin America).

How to apply

1. Apply for admission to your chosen Bristol programme through the standard application route.
2. Once you hold an offer, complete the Think Big Scholarship application form linked from the funding page.
3. Submit a 500-word personal statement on your achievements and future plans, plus a CV.
4. Submit before 30 April 2027.
5. Scholarship decisions arrive between June and July 2027 for September 2027 entry.