Mo Ibrahim Foundation Scholarship for MSc in Governance and State-building at Birmingham University

Brief Description The International Development Department, University of Birmingham, is pleased to offer one scholarship for our MSc in International Development (Governance and State-building), for the academic year starting in September 2020. The scholarship is provided by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation and is for a two-year programme, with the successful candidate undertaking the full MSc programme, with a one year internship being integral to the programme. The internship will consist of six months with IDD and six months with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in London. The scholarship includes: 1. Full tuition fee 2. Air fare to and from the United Kingdom and visa 3. Monthly stipend of £950 for 18 months 4. Arrival allowance of £950 The remaining six months for the internship will be funded directly to the successful candidate by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Eligibility The entry requirements consist of: A first class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university is essential. Good written and spoken English. For those whose first language is not English, evidence of this capacity is required. Applicants should reach at least level 6.5 in the IELTS or 580 /93 for TOEFL. Please check the University website for more information on English language requirements. Applicants must be African nationals domiciled (or permanent residents) in an African country. Preference will be given to scholarship candidates living in Sub-Saharan Africa. Deadline is 6th May, 2020 For more information, click here