Great Scholarships Indonesia 2027 | Study in United Kingdom — British Council
Studying in the UK is a long held ambition for many Indonesian graduates, and a scholarship that directly cuts the fee bill can be the difference between an application that stays a dream and one that becomes a flight booking.
About the Scholarship
GREAT Scholarships Indonesia is part of the same British Council and GREAT Britain Campaign partnership that supports students from a growing list of countries each year. Indonesian applicants who are accepted onto an eligible one-year, full-time postgraduate taught course at a participating UK university can apply for a scholarship worth at least ten thousand pounds off their tuition fees. Universities including the University of Southampton and the University of York have run dedicated Indonesia-specific GREAT Scholarships in recent cycles, each managing its own shortlist and timeline, so the exact list of participating institutions should always be checked for the current year before applying.
Scholarship Benefits
- A minimum of ten thousand pounds off tuition fees for a one-year postgraduate taught course
- Formal recognition as a GREAT Scholar at the host university
- The chance to build a long term connection between Indonesia and UK higher education
- Access to subject areas across humanities, education, health sciences and other faculties depending on the host university
- A relatively accessible application process compared to fully funded, nationally competitive schemes
Eligibility Criteria
- Be permanently resident in Indonesia and hold an Indonesian passport
- Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for an eligible one-year, on-campus postgraduate taught programme
- Meet the host university’s academic and English language requirements by the scholarship deadline
- Be willing to act as an informal ambassador for UK higher education after returning home
- Demonstrate how the degree will support capacity building or socio-economic development in Indonesia
- Not already hold another award that fully covers the same tuition costs
Fields of Study Covered
Eligible subjects depend on the host university but have previously included arts and humanities, medicine-related postgraduate programmes, education, and other one-year taught master’s courses, giving applicants a reasonably wide spread of subject choice across participating institutions.
Required Documents
- A confirmed offer letter for an eligible one-year postgraduate course
- An Indonesian passport as proof of nationality and residency
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- English language test results meeting the course’s minimum requirement
- A completed GREAT Scholarship application form for the specific host university
- A short statement addressing how the course connects to development goals in Indonesia
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Identify which participating UK university currently offers GREAT Scholarships Indonesia for your intended subject
- Apply for and secure an offer on that university’s eligible postgraduate course
- Complete the host university’s specific GREAT Scholarship application form before its internal deadline
- Submit transcripts, passport details and English test results as required
- Prepare a short statement on how your studies will benefit Indonesia’s development
- Wait for the university’s scholarship decision, which is usually confirmed after a short review period
Selection Process
Each participating university reviews its own pool of eligible Indonesian applicants, assessing academic readiness, course fit and the applicant’s stated commitment to acting as an ambassador for UK education and contributing to development goals back home, before confirming its limited number of awards for that cycle.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
- Confirm the current participating universities each year, since the list of institutions offering this award changes
- Apply to a course and university where you clearly meet the entry requirements before the scholarship deadline
- Write a clear, honest statement connecting your studies to real development outcomes in Indonesia
- Apply early within the host university’s own window, since places are limited and allocated on a rolling basis in some years
- Compare this with Great Scholarships Ghana or Great Scholarships India if you want to understand how the wider GREAT Scholarships programme works
- Look at the Chevening Scholarship as a fully funded alternative if you also meet its separate eligibility criteria
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for GREAT Scholarships Indonesia?
Indonesian passport holders permanently resident in Indonesia who hold an offer for an eligible one-year UK postgraduate course at a participating university.
How much is the scholarship worth?
A minimum of ten thousand pounds off tuition fees, though some universities may offer more depending on the course.
Does it include a living stipend?
No, it is a tuition fee reduction only and does not include maintenance costs.
Can I apply if I already started my course?
No, the scholarship is intended for students about to begin a new eligible postgraduate programme, not those already partway through one.
Is the scholarship available for every subject?
No, availability depends on which faculties and courses the participating university has included for that cycle.
Do I need to return to Indonesia after my studies?
The scheme asks scholars to act as ambassadors for UK education, which generally assumes returning home to share that experience, though specific post-study expectations should be confirmed with the host university.