Scholarship Overview for Young Africans:
The University of Edinburgh is now accepting applications from young African students for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2025. This fully funded scholarship is available for African students seeking a Master’s degree in the UK. The program focuses on fostering transformative leadership skills and academic excellence among young people from Africa. The scholarship has supported over 30,000 young leaders with over $700 million invested in their educational development. Applicants may also be interested in the Best Scholarships in Norway 2025.
Scholarship Details:
- Institution: University of Edinburgh
- Degree Level: Master’s
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Eligible Regions: Sub-Saharan Africa
- Location: United Kingdom
- Application Deadline: November 8, 2024
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Financial Benefits:
The Edinburgh Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025 provides full financial support for all selected Master’s students, covering:
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation expenses
- Maintenance and living costs
- Opportunities for work-based placements and mentorship
Available Study Fields:
Scholarships are open for the following Master’s degree programs:
- MSc Food Security
- MSc Finance, Technology, and Policy
- MSc Africa and International Development
- MSc Global Health Policy
- MSc Sustainable Energy Systems
- MSc Design Informatics
- MA Design for Change
- MSc Environment and Development
- MSc Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship, candidates must:
- Be a resident of Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Intend to pursue a postgraduate (Master’s) degree.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree by September 2025.
- Demonstrate leadership and community service experience.
- Provide evidence of financial need.
- Meet academic admission requirements for the intended Master’s program.
- Not be enrolled in any other postgraduate program on a scholarship.
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Application Process:
- Initial Application: Apply first for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
- Admission Assistance: Selected candidates will receive support with admission to their chosen program at the University of Edinburgh.
- Further Guidance: Additional details about degree applications and scholarship opportunities can be found on the University of Edinburgh’s official portal.
Selection Criteria
The selection process considers:
- Academic merit.
- Leadership and community service.
- Quality of the application in relation to climate justice themes.
- Potential impact on the applicant’s home country.
How to Apply
Applicants must apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program before applying to the University. Applications for the 2025/26 academic year open on 1 October 2024 and close on 8 November 2024.
