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Allan & Nesta Ferguson Full Scholarships 2021 at University of Sheffield

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Anthony Awa

Institutional Policy Specialist

December 3, 2020

The University of Sheffield in the UK, in partnership with the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust and the Sheffield Institute for International Development (SIID), is offering four (4) fully funded Master's scholarships for candidates from developing countries in 2021.

2021 Allan & Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust International Scholarships at University Of Sheffield, UK

Scholarship Value and Benefits

  • A 100% full tuition fee waiver.
  • Free accommodation in University residences.
  • A monthly maintenance stipend for living expenses.
  • Number of Scholarships: 4

Eligible Master's Courses at Sheffield

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a national of, and permanently domiciled in, an eligible developing country (including Nigeria).
  • Hold an admission offer for one of the six eligible Master's courses at the University of Sheffield for 2021 entry.
  • Be classified as self-funded (not already sponsored by a government, charity, or corporate body).

How to Apply

Submit your admission application for one of the eligible courses via the Sheffield Postgraduate Online Application System. If you hold an offer for an eligible course and come from an eligible country, you will be automatically assessed for stage one of the scholarship selection. Visit the official Sheffield Ferguson Scholarship page for full details.

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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Gerald Humphrey

Aug 16, 2026

Can I apply for both the Ferguson Scholarship at the University of Leeds and the one at the University of Sheffield?

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Mentra Admissions Team

Aug 16, 2026

Yes Gerald! Both universities administer their Allan & Nesta Ferguson scholarships independently, so applying to both doubles your chances of winning a fully funded UK Master's slot.

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