The UK is one of the most popular destinations for students from Bangladesh, thanks to one-year master’s degrees, world-famous universities and English-language teaching. Studying there is expensive, but there are many scholarship opportunities if you know where to look.
This guide gives an overview of the scholarship landscape for international students going to the UK: the main government awards, university scholarships and other sources. For the full hub, see our guide to UK scholarships for international students.
The Three Main Sources of UK Scholarships
| Source | Examples | Typical funding |
|---|---|---|
| UK government | Chevening, Commonwealth Scholarships | Full |
| British Council and universities | GREAT Scholarships | £10,000 towards tuition |
| Universities and trusts | Felix, university merit awards | Partial to full |
UK Government Scholarships
Chevening
Fully funded one-year master’s for future leaders with about two years’ work experience. Bangladesh has its own Chevening programme; see Chevening Bangladesh.
Commonwealth Scholarships
For master’s and PhD study focused on development. Eligibility changes each year; check the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission.
GREAT Scholarships
Run by the British Council with UK universities, GREAT Scholarships give £10,000 towards tuition for one-year postgraduate courses. For 2026-27, nine universities offer GREAT Scholarships for students from Bangladesh. See the British Council’s GREAT Scholarships Bangladesh page.
University Scholarships
Almost every UK university offers scholarships for international students, from small automatic discounts to full awards. Check each university’s “international scholarships” page.
Undergraduate vs Postgraduate
Most UK scholarships for international students are for postgraduate study. Undergraduate options exist but are usually partial university awards.
Next Steps
- Find scholarships that match your profile: how to find UK scholarships that fit your needs.
- Improve your chances: tips for winning a UK scholarship.
Final Thoughts
UK scholarships come from the government, the British Council, universities and trusts. Start with Chevening, Commonwealth and GREAT, then add university awards to your list.
