Loughborough University Development Trust Africa Scholarships in UK, 2022-23

Loughborough University has announced full-fee scholarships for international full-time taught postgraduate students who are currently domiciled (permanently living) in Africa. These will be known as the Loughborough University Graduate School Development Trust Africa Scholarships. 

Eligibility for Loughborough University Development Trust Africa Scholarships in the UK:

• Currently domiciled (permanently living) in Africa
• Academic merit (normally a 1st Class Honours Degree)
• Commitment to return to their home country on completion of the 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

Selection Criteria: 

• The selection panel will be looking for good academic merit and those who are committed to contributing most to their society when they return home after their course. 
• The panel will also be looking for those who demonstrate a full understanding of the costs involved in coming to the UK and can demonstrate that they have strong motivation and the initiative to be able to secure funds to cover the remainder of the costs involved. 

Value of Loughborough University Development Trust Africa Scholarships in the UK:

• The scholarships will cover 100% of the tuition fees of the postgraduate taught course for one year (replacing any Departmental or Loughborough University scholarships or bursaries you may already have been awarded).