Overview

The University of Birmingham, through its International Development Department (IDD), offers a prestigious scholarship for the MSc in Development Policy and Politics, delivered in partnership with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.

Eligibility

Hold a first-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline
Be under 30 years of age at the time of application
Be an African national residing in an African country (preference for Sub-Saharan Africa)
Demonstrate strong proficiency in English (IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL equivalent if applicable)
Relevant academic fields include Politics and International Relations, Development Studies, Sociology and Social Policy, Anthropology and Human Geography, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, Education and related social sciences.

Benefits

Full tuition fee coverage
Return airfare to the United Kingdom and visa costs
Monthly stipend of £1,592 for 18 months
Arrival allowance of £1,082
Additional funding for the six-month internship provided by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation

How to Apply

The application process is conducted in two stages:

Stage 1: Pre-Application Screening - Submit a screening form to assess eligibility.
Stage 2: Full Application - Eligible applicants will be invited to submit a full application.

Applicants are encouraged to complete the pre-screening process as early as possible to allow sufficient time for the full application stage.