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University of Sheffield £30,555 Ferguson Master's Scholarships 2021

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Franklin Duru

Admissions & Curriculum Analyst

March 2, 2021

In collaboration with the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust and the Sheffield Institute for International Development, the University of Sheffield, UK, is offering fully funded Master's scholarships (total value: £30,555 each) for students from developing countries, including Nigeria.

Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships At University Of Sheffield, UK 2021

What the £30,555 Scholarship Covers

  • 100% Full Tuition Fee Waiver
  • University Accommodation Maintenance
  • Monthly Living Stipend for one full year
  • Application Deadline: April 30, 2021

6 Eligible Master's Courses at Sheffield

  1. MA International Development
  2. MSc Environmental Change and International Development
  3. MPH (Master in Public Health) International Development
  4. MA International Relations
  5. MA Social Research
  6. MA International Political Economy

Eligibility and How to Apply

Applicants must be citizens of an eligible developing country (including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Cameroon, Uganda, Zambia, etc.), hold a strong Bachelor's degree, and be classified as self-funded overseas students. Submit your admission application for one of the six eligible courses via the University of Sheffield Postgraduate Online Application System and visit the official Sheffield Ferguson Scholarships webpage before April 30, 2021.

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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Praise Okon

Mar 2, 2021

Do I need a separate scholarship application form once I apply for one of the 6 Master's courses at Sheffield?

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Mentra Admissions Team

Mar 2, 2021

Once you hold an offer for one of those six courses before the deadline, Praise, you are automatically eligible to access and submit the Ferguson Scholarship application via your MUSE applicant portal before April 30, 2021.

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