Fully Funded Master's Scholarship Covering Full Tuition Fees, Living Allowance, Return Airfare, Visa Costs, Accommodation Support, Study Expenses, Leadership Development & International Networking
University of Manchester
Location
• Manchester, United Kingdom (Full-Time)
• Online (Selected Part-Time Programmes)
The University of Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarships 2027–2028 provide fully funded Master's scholarships for outstanding students from selected African countries who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and financial need. The programme supports future leaders committed to contributing to the sustainable development of their home countries by providing comprehensive financial assistance and access to one of the world's leading universities.
Eligibility Criteria
• Be a citizen and resident of Ethiopia, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zimbabwe
• Hold a bachelor's degree with excellent academic results
• Demonstrate financial need
• Meet the admission requirements for an eligible Master's programme
• Show leadership potential and commitment to sustainable development
• Secure an admission offer to an eligible programme at the University of Manchester
Funding / Scholarship Benefits
Successful scholars will receive:
• Full tuition fees
• Monthly living allowance
• Return economy airfare
• UK visa costs
• Accommodation support (for full-time scholars)
• Study-related expenses
• Leadership development opportunities
• International networking and professional support
Eligible Study Level
• Master's Degree (Taught)
Eligible Fields
• Engineering
• Public Health
• Education
• Environmental Sustainability
• International Development
• Law
• Technology
• Business
• Other eligible taught Master's programmes
Eligible Countries
• Ethiopia
• Malawi
• Rwanda
• Tanzania
• Uganda
• Zimbabwe
31 augustus 2026