Application Deadline: 8 April 2024.
LOCATION: England
The International Development Department, University of Birmingham, is pleased to offer one scholarship for our MSc in Development Policy and Politics (with Mo Ibrahim Foundation Internship). The scholarship is provided by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation and is for a two-year programme, with the successful candidate undertaking the full one-year MSc programme, as well as an integrated one-year internship.
ELIGIBILITY:
The entry requirements consist of:
A first class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university is essential.
Applicants must be under 30 years of age at the time of applying.
Good written and spoken English. For those whose first language is not English, evidence of this capacity is required. Applicants should reach at least level 6.5 in the IELTS or 580 /93 for TOEFL. Please check the University website for more information on English language requirements.
Applicants must be African nationals domiciled (or permanent residents) in an African country. Preference will be given to scholarship candidates living in Sub-Saharan Africa.
BENEFIT:
The scholarship includes:
Full tuition fee
Air fare to and from the United Kingdom and visa
Monthly stipend of £950 for 18 months
Arrival allowance of £950
The remaining six months for the internship will be funded directly to the successful candidate by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
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