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GLOBAL SILVER EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIP AT SALFORD

LOCATION: United Kingdom

This scholarship supports high-achieving international students at undergraduate and postgraduate level. 

ELIGIBILITY:

International scholarships (awards) are available to international applicants who are: 

Addressed as international students for fee-paying purposes and are charged the regular international tuition fee for the duration of the programme.

A new student at the University of Salford, not continuing or progressing from one programme to another (except self-funded International Foundation year students who are progressing onto an undergraduate course starting in 2025-26 who would be eligible for one of our Global scholarships only if they meet the grades).

Studying full-time, on-campus for the duration of the programme.

Studying an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate taught master’s programme. You can find out what scholarships are not eligible for awards on this page and also on the individual scholarship web pages.

Self-funding. International awards are not available to students where any part of the tuition fees are paid through a sponsoring organisation. 

Not applying for a programme where the tuition fee has been negotiated as part of a partnership or other arrangement to make the fee non-standard.

For the purposes of assessing international awards:  Any undergraduate programmes including a placement with the NHS, including Diagnostic Radiography, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy,  Podiatry,  Prosthetics, and Orthotics.

Entry to BSc, BA, LLB, MEng programmes is considered for undergraduate awards.

Entry to MSc, MA, MBA, LLM programmes is considered for postgraduate awards.

Entry to MA Architecture (MArch) is considered for postgraduate awards.

All other qualifications are not eligible for international awards. These include International Foundation Year, HNC, PG Cert, PG Diploma, MRes, MSc (by research), MPhil, PhD, Graduate Certificate/GradCerts.

There is no separate application process for this scholarship. You will be assessed when you apply for your chosen programme of study. If you are successfully offered this scholarship, you must accept your offer of admission and pay your tuition fee deposit by the deadline specified in order to receive the funding.

BENEFIT:

For undergraduate applicants, the Global Silver Excellence Scholarship is worth £3,000.

For postgraduate applicants starting, the Global Silver Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500.

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UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA (UP) MASTERCARD FOUNDATION UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Application Deadline: 30 June 2025

LOCATION: South Africa

The University of Pretoria (UP) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation is offering funding and wraparound support to high achieving young Africans pursuing undergraduate and post graduate (Honours and Masters) degrees. The target groups are young Scholars who are academically talented young people facing economic and social barriers inclusive of those living with disabilities and internally displaced persons/refugees that will contribute to the transformation of the continent through their knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values evidenced by their leadership. Community service and internships are essential components of the Program including entrepreneurship. Upon the completion of their studies, graduates commit to giving back in ways that enhance the economic growth and social development of their communities and the continent.

ELIGIBILITY:

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is intended for students who have applied to and been accepted into one of the specified programs at the University of Pretoria.

Applications are open to Undergraduate, Honours and Masters students that have applied and have been accepted to the University of Pretoria. 

The program is aimed at African youths facing significant socio-economic challenges, including refugees, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), and individuals with disabilities, seeking to pursue a higher education.

Applicants must exhibit leadership qualities and a commitment to community service through involvement in projects, school activities, or religious organizations, demonstrating a dedication to making a difference.

Scholars must demonstrate outstanding academic performance, maintaining a high academic average as a critical component of the Program’s expectations.

You must  APPLY TO UP FIRST to initiate the application process. Then download and complete the hard copy of the relevant application form provided below: undergraduate-application-2026 or postgraduate-application-2026

Submit your application electronically to mcfsp@up.ac.za. For additional information or inquiries, contact us at +27 (0)12 420 4297 or via email at mcfsp@up.ac.za. Ensure that all required supporting documentation is included with your submission.

Post-submission, your application will undergo a review process. You will be notified of the outcome afterward. If you do not hear back from us, please assume your application was not successful.

BENEFIT:

Full Tuition Fee

Accommodation bills can be lined

Books and printed materials allowance

Monthly stipend to cowl every day bills

Coverage for journey bills

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