University of Edinburgh MasterCard On-Campus Scholarship
Mastercard Foundation / University of Edinburgh
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
MSc Information Security — Unicaf Scholar
While you wait for a fully funded opportunity, don’t put your education on hold. I completed my MSc through Unicaf — studying online from Nairobi while working full-time. The tuition discount made it genuinely affordable, and the degree is from an accredited UK university.
If you’re serious about advancing your career now, I’d encourage you to explore it. I only recommend what I’ve used myself.
About This Scholarship
The University of Edinburgh MasterCard On-Campus Scholarship is a one-year postgraduate scholarship for exceptional young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa who have overcome significant barriers to education and are committed to addressing the climate crisis. The scholarship covers full tuition, accommodation, travel, living stipend, study materials, and a laptop.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition covered
- Accommodation
- Return airfare
- Monthly living stipend
- Study materials
- Laptop
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must be a resident, citizen, or hold refugee status in a Sub-Saharan African country
- 2 Must have achieved the equivalent of a UK Second Class (Upper) Bachelor's (Hons) degree or higher
- 3 Must have graduated from an undergraduate degree with official transcript and certificate
- 4 Must be 35 years old or younger as of 1 September 2027
- 5 Must have faced significant barriers to education (social, financial, personal, practical, or health-related)
- 6 Must demonstrate a track record of leadership and service within their community
- 7 Must demonstrate experience or ambition in making a meaningful impact in addressing the climate crisis
- 8 Must not have previously completed a postgraduate degree
- 9 Must not be enrolled (or apply to enrol) at a separate university whilst on the scholarship
- 10 No IELTS required for entry