Summary
Equity and Merit Scholarships are for academically excellent students who have the potential to make a significant contribution to sustainable development in their home countries. The awards are intended for those who cannot afford to study in Manchester without a scholarship. The awards are committed to a policy of equal opportunity and all applications are considered on their merit. Women are especially encouraged to apply.
Benefit:
The scholarships cover
full tuition fees
return international airfares
living expenses
visas
Eligibility:
To apply for a scholarship, you will need:
to be a resident citizen of Ethiopia, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda or Zimbabwe and have not previously studied outside of Africa (training of six months or less does not count);
at least two years of professional experience related to your chosen field of study (this does not include unpaid internships or voluntary work);
a bachelor’s degree (you must have graduated before September 2023) with an overall excellent grade. The awards are for academically outstanding students, and typically this means that you are in the top 10% of your class;
to be committed to returning home and able to demonstrate the potential to make a positive impact on the future of your home country;
a clear idea of how studying at Manchester will benefit both your career and the wider community.
Deadline:
31 August 2024
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