The University of Birmingham is pleased to announce the West Africa Postgraduate Chancellor’s Scholarship award of £10,000 for select students from Nigeria and Ghana applying for entry to a postgraduate taught programme at the University starting September 2025.
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When is the Application Deadline:
🗓️ 30th June 2025
Tell Me About The Award:
The University of Birmingham is offering a £10,000 scholarship to outstanding students from Nigeria and Ghana applying for a full-time postgraduate taught master’s in September 2025.
Which Fields are Eligible?
✅ Arts and Law
✅ Engineering & Physical Sciences
✅ Life & Environmental Sciences
✅ Medicine & Health
✅ Education, Political Science, Development, Sociology, Social Work, etc.
❌ Business School, PhD, MPhil, PGDip/PGCert, and distance-learning programmes are not eligible.
Type:
🎓 Postgraduate Taught Master’s
Who Can Apply?
🎯 Nigerians and Ghanaians with at least a 2:1 in their bachelor’s degree, who have an offer and have paid the £3,000 deposit.
How are Applicants Selected?
✅ Academic merit
✅ Submission of a 250–300 word “Why Birmingham” essay
✅ Application through a local representative
Which Countries Are Eligible?
🌍 Nigeria & Ghana only
Where will the Award be Taken?
📍 University of Birmingham, United Kingdom (UK campus)
How Many Awards?
🎉 Limited slots (Competitive)
What is the Benefit of the Award?
💰 £10,000 off tuition fees
💡 Can be combined with the £5,000 125th Anniversary Scholarship!
How Long Will the Award Last?
📆 One academic year (2025/26)
How to Apply for the West Africa Postgraduate Chancellor’s Scholarship:
✅ Accept offer & pay deposit
✅ Register & apply through a local representative
✅ Submit your essay
✅ Deadline: 30 June 2025
🔗 Visit the Award Webpage for Details
