If you're a talented student from Africa seeking an opportunity to pursue a master's degree while contributing to climate resilience and sustainability, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme at the University of Cambridge is now accepting applications for the 2024/2025 academic year. This program offers fully funded scholarships, covering a wide range of disciplines at Cambridge, with the exception of specific business courses.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for this prestigious scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
Be a citizen of an African country.Be ordinarily resident in an African country unless you can demonstrate temporary absence for study or work with the intention to return, or unless you have been displaced.Be applying for a Master's course of up to one year in duration at the University of Cambridge.Application Process:
The application process consists of two main steps. First, you need to apply for admission to the University of Cambridge through the course directory. This step should be completed by the funding deadline of the specific course. You can access the course directory here: University of Cambridge Course Directory.
The second step is the application for funding, which is integrated into the course application process. As part of this process, you'll be required to submit a supplementary statement that showcases your personal commitment to contributing to climate-resilient and sustainable futures for Africa.
Application Deadline:
It's crucial to pay attention to the application deadlines, as they vary depending on the course. The deadline for submitting applications for funding is:
5th December 2023 for courses with a 5th December deadline.5th January 2024 for courses with a 5th January deadline. Ensure that you meet the specified deadline for your chosen course.
This is a fantastic opportunity for African students to further their education and make a meaningful impact in the fields of climate resilience and sustainability. If you're eligible and interested, don't miss out on this chance to study at the prestigious University of Cambridge with full funding. Good luck with your application!
Apply here : Applications for the 2024/2025 academic year are now open. | Mastercard Foundation Programme (cam.ac.uk)