University of Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarships 2027 — Deadline: 31 August 2026 The University of Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarships 2027 offer fully funded opportunities for talented students from selected countries in Africa, including Rwanda, to pursue a master’s degree in the United Kingdom. The scholarship is designed for academically strong applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to contribute to sustainable development in their communities and home countries. Location University of Manchester, United Kingdom 🇬🇧 Sponsor University of Manchester Study Level Master’s Degree Eligible Countries Applicants must be resident citizens of one of the following countries: 🇷🇼 Rwanda 🇪🇹 Ethiopia 🇲🇼 Malawi ...
University of Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarships 2027 — Deadline: 31 August 2026
The University of Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarships 2027 offer fully funded opportunities for talented students from selected countries in Africa, including Rwanda, to pursue a master’s degree in the United Kingdom.
The scholarship is designed for academically strong applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds who have the potential to contribute to sustainable development in their communities and home countries.
Location
University of Manchester, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Sponsor
University of Manchester
Study Level
Master’s Degree
Eligible Countries
Applicants must be resident citizens of one of the following countries:
🇷🇼 Rwanda
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
🇲🇼 Malawi
🇹🇿 Tanzania
🇺🇬 Uganda
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
Scholarship Benefits
The Equity and Merit Scholarships may cover:
Full tuition fees
Return international airfare
Living expenses
Visa costs
The award is intended for students who would otherwise be unable to study at the University of Manchester without financial support.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
Be a resident citizen of Rwanda, Ethiopia, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda or Zimbabwe.
Hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution with the required academic grade.
Have obtained the bachelor’s degree before September 2025.
Have at least two years of professional work experience related to the chosen field of study. Unpaid internships and voluntary work do not count.
Demonstrate a commitment to returning home after completing the programme.
Show potential to make a positive contribution to the development of their home country.
Clearly explain how studying at Manchester will benefit their career and wider community.
Not have previously studied outside Africa, except for training lasting six months or less.
Important Dates
1–31 August 2026: Scholarship applications open
September 2026: Eligibility review
1–31 October 2026: Eligible applicants are invited to apply for their chosen master’s course
30 November 2026: Deadline to submit English language qualification
November 2026–May 2027: Applications assessed
June 2027: Scholarship decisions announced
September 2027: Academic year begins
Application Deadline
31 August 2026
Important: Applicants must meet the scholarship requirements and ultimately obtain an unconditional offer for their chosen master’s programme before they can be shortlisted for the scholarship.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants can apply for the University of Manchester Equity and Merit Scholarship 2027 through the official University of Manchester application process.
If selected for the scholarship process, the University will invite eligible applicants to apply for their chosen master’s course and provide a recognised English-language qualification that meets the requirements of the programme.
