Every year, Loughborough University UK offers Full Tuition fee Graduate School Development Trust scholarship for African students. Application for 2018/2019.

Course Level: Masters

Eligibility Criteria: The selection panel will use the following criteria when assessing applications:

  • Currently domiciled (permanently living) in Africa
  • Evidence of exceptional academic achievement (normally a 1st Class Honours Degree)
  • Commitment to return to their home country on completion of postgraduate programme
  • Evidence of the ability and commitment to making a significant contribution to their home country on their return
  • Full understanding of the costs involved in coming to study and live in the UK
  • Evidence of strong motivation and initiative to secure funds to cover the remainder of the costs involved

Eligible African Countries: All African Countries

Method of Application: Applicants are advised to spend considerable effort ensuring that this application reaches the selectors in a form that is clear, well presented and which reflects your abilities and motivation.

The application form should be returned (by post, fax or email) to:

International Office
Marketing and Advancement
Loughborough University
Leicestershire LE11 3TU
UK

Email: international-office@lboro.ac.uk

Visit Scholarship Webpage for details

Scholarship Application Deadline: 30th April 2018

Award Sponsors: The scholarships are being funded through a combination of generous external funding and Loughborough University funds UK.

Important Notes:

  • Note that scholarship applications will not be considered unless the applicant is holding an offer or a place at the time of submission (this offer may be conditional or unconditional).
  • Do not submit your scholarship application until you have received your offer letter.
  • Applications will be initially shortlisted and the final decision on the awards will be made by a selection panel of senior staff of the University.
  • All those applying will be notified of the outcome of their application by email by the end of May at the latest.