Durban University Ruth First Scholarship 2026

Eligibility Criteria for Durban University Ruth First Scholarship 2026:

Applicants must:

• Be a citizen or resident of one of the following countries: Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
• Hold a relevant Honours degree of sufficient standard for admission to a Master’s course at Durham University.
• Not hold a Master’s degree or have previously studied at a university outside southern Africa.
• Demonstrate active commitment and leadership in voluntary work (community development, youth/educational projects, charitable organizations, health/AIDs
• awareness, human rights, social justice, and environmental sustainability). Evidence should go beyond paid job requirements.
• Be able to provide evidence of English language proficiency meeting Durham University’s requirements.

Value of Durban University Ruth First Scholarship 2026:

• Full tuition fees for the chosen Master’s programme.
• Monthly living allowance: £525
• Full-board accommodation at St Chad’s College (~£530/month)
• Small settling-in allowance on arrival.
• Travel support: Return airfare to Durham (within 6 months of completing the course)
• UK Student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs covered

Application Process:

Complete the Ruth First Scholarship online application form on Durham University’s website.