Securing affordable education in the UK has become increasingly challenging, resulting in a high demand for scholarships and similar financial aid opportunities. Consequently, scholarships have become fiercely competitive. However, this competitiveness has also led to a rise in the number of scholarships offered by UK universities, as they strive to attract the most talented international students.
Listed below are a variety of scholarships available for studying in the UK. These scholarships are funded by different sources, including the UK government, external organizations, and individual UK universities.
UK Government-Funded Scholarships for International (Africa) Students:
- British Chevening Scholarships: These scholarships are funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office and partner organizations. They provide full or partial funding for full-time graduate programs in any field of study.
- Commonwealth Scholarships for Developing Commonwealth Countries: Designed for students from developing countries within the Commonwealth, these scholarships support master’s and PhD studies. For a complete list of eligible countries, please refer to the provided link.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme at UK Universities: These scholarships are available for international students pursuing taught master’s programs in the UK. The chosen programs must be directly relevant to the development of technology, economy, or society in the student’s home country.
- Marshall Scholarships: Postgraduate scholarships aimed at US students who demonstrate exceptional academic merit, leadership potential, and ambassadorial qualities. These scholarships enable recipients to study in the UK, with the exception of MBA programs and certain courses.