The University of East Anglia is offering the School of International Development to Africans who are passionate about studying a degree program at the Institution.
This is an 8,000 tuition fee reduction opportunity which will only be awarded to successful students.
Application Deadline: May 31st, 2026
Eligible Countries: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, The Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cote d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, the United Republic of Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Type: Postgraduate Taught
Value of Award: £8000
Number of Awards: 3
Eligible Field of Study: Postgraduate degree in School of International Development, Faculty of Social Sciences.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be a graduate of any International institution.
- Applicants must hold a degree with a classification of 2:1 (or international equivalent).
- Applicants must have secured an offer of a place to study your chosen MA or MSc course.
- Applicants must have to provide evidence of a specified level of ability in English language requirements at the University.
Application Process: Applicants must have taken admission at the University. After that, students can complete the scholarship application form.
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FAQs
1. What are the 2026 International Development Scholarships at the University of East Anglia (UEA)?
The 2026 International Development Scholarships at UEA are merit-based awards designed to support outstanding international students from developing countries who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in fields related to international development, social sciences, and public policy. These scholarships aim to reduce financial barriers and encourage talented students to contribute to sustainable development in their home countries.
2. Who is eligible to apply for these scholarships?
Eligible applicants must:
Be classified as international students from a developing country.
Hold a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree (or equivalent).
Have received or applied for an offer to study a relevant postgraduate program at UEA starting in 2026.
Demonstrate a strong academic record, leadership potential, and commitment to international development.
3. What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship typically covers:
Full or partial tuition fees for the duration of the postgraduate program.
In some cases, a contribution to living expenses may also be provided.
The exact amount depends on the specific scholarship award and funding availability. Applicants are encouraged to review the scholarship details on the official UEA scholarships portal.
4. How can I apply for the 2026 International Development Scholarships?
Applicants must first secure an offer to study a relevant postgraduate course at UEA. After receiving the offer:
Complete the online scholarship application form via the UEA website.
Submit all required documents, including academic transcripts, a personal statement, and references.
Some scholarships may require a separate essay or evidence of commitment to international development.
Deadlines vary, so early application is strongly recommended.