International students who meet the requirements can apply for the Equity and Merit Scholarship at the University of Manchester right now. In addition to full tuition, this scholarship covers living expenses, return travel, and visa fees for students studying in Manchester.
Academically exceptional people who show a great potential to support sustainable development in their native countries are the target audience for the Equity and Merit Scholarships.
The University of Manchester is well-known throughout the world for its cutting-edge facilities, varied academic offerings, and excellent instruction.
Applications are open to all self-funded EU and foreign candidates who have been accepted into a master’s program offered by the Global Development Institute (GDI).
Eligibility Criteria :
- must have a University of Manchester study offer.
- must fulfill all academic prerequisites in order to be admitted to a postgraduate program.
- A resident of Ethiopia, Malawi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zimbabwe is required, as does the absence of any study abroad experience (brief training less than six months is eliminated).
- A minimum of two years of professional experience in the selected field is required; volunteer or unpaid internship work is not included.
- A bachelor’s degree that was earned before September 2023 and has exceptional academic standing—usually placing in the top 10% of your class—is required.
- must be determined to go back home and show that they have the capacity to make a constructive contribution to the advancement of their nation.
- should make it apparent how a Manchester degree will advance their professional and social goals.
Host Country:UK
Selected African nations are eligible.
Benefits include a full scholarship, living expenses, lodging, and travel expenses.
Benefits :
- Complete tuition fee coverage
For Manchester-based students:
- International airfare for return travel
- Costs of living
- Visa fees
Deadline: August 31, 2025
