Are you an African student with the desire to further your studies abroad? The University of Sheffield is pleased to announce the Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships 2023 for African students. This scholarship is a unique opportunity for students who possess academic merit and financial need to study at one of the most prestigious universities in the UK.
Overview of the University of Sheffield Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships
The University of Sheffield has a core value strategy of celebrating, promoting, and increasing its work towards improving the lives of others via its international relationships, locally and abroad.
In line with these values, the University of Sheffield is partnering with Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, to offer scholarships opportunity for international students from developing countries, to pursue courses related to the University’s Institute for International Development.
Benefits of the University of Sheffield Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships
The scholarship covers the following expenses:
- Full tuition fees
- Maintenance allowance (stipend)
- Return airfare to the UK
- Visa application fees
Eligibility Criteria for University of Sheffield Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships
To be considered for the Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships program, you must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- You must be an African national or a permanent resident of an African country.
- You must have at least a first-class honors degree or equivalent.
- You must have an offer of a place to study on one of the eligible postgraduate taught courses.
- You must be self-funded and able to pay any additional fees that are not covered by the scholarship.
Application Process for the University of Sheffield Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships
The application process for the Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships program is competitive process. To apply, you must:
- Apply for admission to one of the eligible postgraduate taught courses at the University of Sheffield.
- After receiving an offer of a place to study, complete the scholarship application form which can be downloaded from the University’s website.
- Submit the completed scholarship application form and all necessary supporting documents to the University.
- The deadline for submitting scholarship applications is 16:00 (UK time) on 5 May 2023. Late applications will not be considered.
- Official website of the University of Sheffield: www.sheffield.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholarships/postgraduate/ferguson
University of Sheffield Masters Scholarship Courses
The available courses include:
- Environmental Change and International Development
- Global Journalism
- Intercultural Communication
- International Development
- International Development (Masters in Public Health)
- International Law and Global Justice
- International Political Economy
- International Public and Political Communication
FAQs
Who is eligible for the Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships program?
Answer: African students who possess academic merit and financial need, and have received an offer of a place to study on an eligible postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield.
What does the scholarship cover?
Answer: The scholarship covers full tuition fees, a maintenance allowance, return airfare to the UK, and visa application fees.
How long is the scholarship tenable?
Answer: The scholarship is tenable for one year and is not renewable.
What is the application deadline?
Answer: The deadline for submitting scholarship applications is 16:00 (UK time) on 5 May 2023.
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