Mo Ibrahim Foundation Masters Scholarships 2020/2021 to Study in UK: University of Birmingham is welcoming applications from students of African origin for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Masters Scholarships 2020/2021. The Students should be enrolling for an MSc in International Development (Governance and State-building) programme, for the academic year starting in September 2020.
The scholarship is provided by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation and is for a two-year programme, with the successful candidate undertaking the full MSc programme, with a one year internship being integral to the programme. The internship will consist of six months with IDD and six months with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in London.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
Scholarships to be taken at: University of Birmingham
Scholarship Type: Full Scholarships.
Scholarship level: Postgraduate.
Slots: One.
Scholarship Worth: Fully funded (see scholarship benefits below).
Subject Eligibility: MSc in International Development.
Country/Candidate Eligibility: Africa
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Eligibility and Selection Criteria:
The entry requirements consist of:
- A first class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university is essential.
- Good written and spoken English. For those whose first language is not English, evidence of this capacity is required. Applicants should reach at least level 6.5 in the IELTS or 580 /93 for TOEFL. Please check the University website for more information on English language requirements.
- Applicants must be African nationals domiciled (or permanent residents) in an African country. Preference will be given to scholarship candidates living in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship includes:
- Full tuition fee
2. Air fare to and from the United Kingdom and visa
3. Monthly stipend of £950 for 18 months
4. Arrival allowance of £950
The remaining six months for the internship will be funded directly to the successful candidate by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
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Application Procedures for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Masters Scholarships 2020/2021 to Study in UK – How-to-Apply:
Applications must be received through the University online application system, by 6 May 2020. In addition to the usual documents to be submitted, you must also upload a 500 word statement and CV. This statement should set out why you are the best candidate for the scholarship.
You must then send your application ID number to Debra Beard. Please include ‘Mo Ibrahim Scholarship’ in the subject line of the email. Please do not include any supporting documents in this email.
Application Deadline: 6 May 2020.
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