University of Bristol Think Big Scholarships

About this scholarship

The University of Bristol Think Big Scholarships are Bristol's flagship scholarship scheme for international students. The official Think Big page states that the programme provides funding toward tuition fees for international students studying eligible undergraduate or postgraduate courses. For 2026 entry, applications closed at 10:00 a.m. UK time on Friday, April 10, 2026. The award is recorded as partial funding because Think Big scholarships are tuition-fee awards with amounts varying by level, course, and competition; they do not cover full living costs, housing, travel, visa costs, insurance, or personal expenses. Applicants can apply if they have already applied to start an eligible course in September 2026 and are classed as overseas students for fee purposes. Bristol states that applicants do not need to have received an offer before submitting the international scholarship application. Students should check course eligibility lists because some courses are excluded or have multiple Think Big scholarship options.

Eligibility

• Apply to start an eligible University of Bristol course in September 2026
• Be classed as an overseas student for fee purposes
• Submit the Think Big scholarship application by the official deadline
• Check whether the intended course is eligible for standard Think Big funding
• Meet Bristol course admission and English-language requirements
• Use the award toward tuition fees if selected