The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Commonwealth Scholarships are available to international students who have applied to study full-time at the University of East Anglia.
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When is the Application Deadline:
December 9, 2025
Tell Me About The Award:
A fully funded postgraduate scholarship for international students to study one of the following courses at the University of East Anglia’s School of Global Development:
- MSc Climate Change and Global Development
- MSc Environment and Global Development
- MA Agriculture and Rural Development
The award covers tuition fees, provides a maintenance grant, and supports living costs in the UK.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Climate Change and Global Development
- Environment and Global Development
- Agriculture and Rural Development
Type:
Postgraduate Taught (Masters)
Who can Apply?
- International students who meet the course entry requirements
- Must demonstrate financial need
- Must not hold any other scholarships
- Must be a national of, or permanently domiciled in, eligible countries (see below)
How are Applicants Selected?
Based on financial need, academic merit, and eligibility criteria.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Eligible countries include (but not limited to):
- Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, Tanzania, Sierra Leone, Malawi, Mozambique, Botswana, Cameroon, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and many more across Africa, Asia, and the Pacific.
Where will the Award be Taken?
University of East Anglia (UEA), UK
How Many Awards?
2 awards per year
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full international tuition fees (£22,500)
- Maintenance grant of £16,500 for living costs
- Warm clothing allowance of £534
- Total value: approximately £39,000
How Long Will the Award Last?
1 academic year (full-time Masters program)
How to Apply:
- Hold an offer of admission for one of the eligible courses.
- Complete the scholarship application form via the official UEA/Allan and Nesta Ferguson portal.
- Submit all required information before the deadline.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship – UEA

