Are you an African student aspiring to earn your Master’s degree in the UK? The University of Essex is offering the Africa Postgraduate Scholarship 2025 — a tuition discount of £4,500 for eligible self-funded students from African Union member countries.

This scholarship is designed to support high-achieving African students who wish to pursue a full-time taught Master’s degree at the University of Essex for the 2025/2026 academic year.

University of Essex Africa Scholarship – At a Glance

• Host Institution: University of Essex
• Study Destination: United Kingdom
• Degree Level: Postgraduate (MA, MSc, LLM, MPP, MBM, MFA)
• Scholarship Value: £4,500 tuition fee discount
• Eligible Applicants: African Union citizens
• Study Start Date: October 2025 or January 2026
• Application Deadline: Not Specified (Apply early to secure your place!)

What the Scholarship Covers

Successful candidates will receive a £4,500 discount on tuition fees, applied directly to their first-year fees for a Master’s program at the University of Essex.

Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)

To qualify for this opportunity, you must:

• Be a citizen and resident of an African Union member state
• Be classified as an international fee-paying student
• Be self-funded (including those using repayable student loans)
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree with a grade that meets Essex’s entry requirements (integrated Master’s degrees are acceptable)
• Be admitted into your first year of a full-time, on-campus postgraduate taught course (MA, MSc, LLM, MFA, MPP, MBM) at Essex, beginning in October 2025 or January 2026
• Not hold any other University of Essex scholarship or financial award
• Be open to participating in promotional or ambassadorial activities for the university

Note: Postgraduate qualifications (aside from integrated Master’s) cannot substitute for a low undergraduate grade.

No Separate Application Required

You don’t need to submit a separate scholarship application. Once you apply to an eligible Master’s program at the University of Essex and meet all the criteria, you’ll be automatically considered for the award.

Your eligibility will be assessed based on the academic documents (transcripts and certificates) submitted with your university application.

Why Choose University of Essex?

• Ranked in the top 40 UK universities (Complete University Guide 2024)
• A diverse and inclusive campus with over 140 nationalities
• Strong global reputation in law, social sciences, business, and economics
• Affordable cost of living compared to other UK cities
• Access to career support, networking events, and work placements

How to Apply for the Scholarship

1. Choose your program from eligible full-time taught Master’s courses
2. Apply for admission to the University of Essex via their official website
3. If eligible, you will automatically be considered for the £4,500 scholarship — no extra steps required!
4. Track your offer and scholarship status via your Essex applicant portal

Ready to Apply?

Take the next step in your academic journey. Study in the UK with financial support and make your dreams a reality with the University of Essex Africa Scholarship 2025.

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