In today’s digital age, higher education opportunities have expanded beyond traditional universities. The University of Edinburgh offers online Master’s programs equivalent to on-campus ones. These programs provide a flexible way to pursue higher education from home while continuing to work. This article explores the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, designed to support African students with academic potential but limited access to education.
The Program:
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh aims to provide quality education for African students. It offers online scholarships covering tuition and study stipends for internet access. This support is tailored for part-time online study, allowing students to balance other commitments.
Comprehensive Support:
The program offers more than just financial aid. Scholars become part of a community and can engage in the Climate Leadership Program, addressing climate change, a crucial global challenge.
Diverse Opportunities:
The program offers various online Master’s programs and Postgraduate Diplomas, covering topics like international development, food security, climate change, and more.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet specific criteria, including academic qualification, facing barriers to education, and a commitment to addressing climate change. They should be under 35 years old by September 1, 2024, and not have completed a previous postgraduate degree.
Application Timeline: Applications open on October 23, 2023, and close on December 7, 2023. Interviews take place in February 2024, and the academic program starts in September 2024.
Scholarship
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh will provide postgraduate on-campus (Master’s) and online scholarships (Master’s & Diplomas) to students from Sub-Saharan Africa with proven academic and leadership potential who have access to few educational opportunities. The scholarships are available for the 2024/25 academic year.
In addition to the scholarship, MCF Scholars will participate in activities as part of the wider Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh, including work-based placements, mentorships, and other activities during the academic year.
How to Apply
Applicants must first qualify academically for admission to the University of Edinburgh.
The application should be submitted through the online system.