Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for Postgraduates

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for Postgraduates – Apply. Interested persons should check the article below for application procedures and how to apply below. As Applications are now open for the scholarship program.

The Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh will provide 3 years of part-time online Master’s scholarships & 2-year part-time postgraduate Diploma scholarships to students living or working in Africa with great academic and leadership potential but few educational opportunities.

Applicants can apply for either:

Online Masters (part-time over 3 years): Masters programs are normally aimed at those who have completed an undergraduate degree and want to develop more specialized knowledge in the same subject or similar career area.

Online Postgraduate Diploma (part-time over 2 years): Postgraduate diplomas are aimed at those who are considering a potential change in career and tend to be more vocational. Candidates with either an undergraduate or Master’s degree from a Sub-Saharan African university are equally able to apply (provided they will graduate from either degree before December 2022).

Benefits of Mastercard Foundation Online Masters

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The MCF scholarship will cover the full tuition fees, a small study stipend to allow for access to high-quality internet, a laptop and the opportunity to attend an in-person summer school in Africa.
The scholarship is designed to cover three years of part-time online study. On top of financial support, Scholars will participate in activities as part of the wider Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh, including regular online workshops, online coaching, and support.
Applicants who already have a postgraduate qualification are not able to apply for this scholarship.

Requirements for Mastercard Foundation Online Masters

Below are the requirements for the Scholarship program

Applicants must qualify academically for admission to the University of Edinburgh for a relevant degree program listed above. You will generally need to have achieved the equivalent of a UK Second Class (Upper) Bachelor’s (Hons) degree or higher.
Applicants must have graduated from the undergraduate study before December 2022 and must be in possession of a degree certificate and official, final transcript to upload alongside their application
Applicants must be residents and citizens of a Sub-Saharan African country
Applicants must be without the financial means to study oversees independently
We particularly welcome applications from female scholars, scholars from refugee and displaced backgrounds, and scholars with disabilities (see FAQs below for further information)
Applicants must demonstrate a track record of leadership and service within their community
If applying for the Masters’s program: Applicants should not have previously completed a postgraduate degree and should not be enrolled (or apply to enroll) at a separate university whilst on the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship
If applying for the PG diploma: Applicants can either have an undergraduate or Master’s degree from a Sub-Saharan African university (provided they will graduate from either degree before December 2022). If you have a Master’s degree, our admissions team will review your first degree (undergraduate) to meet the postgraduate diploma entry requirement. The MCF team will review your Master’s degree transcripts to confirm the graduation date and location of your University.
Applicants must be 35 or under on the 1 September 2023

Interview date, Process, and Venue for Mastercard Foundation Online Masters

Timeline

15 December 2022 (10 am UK time) : Applications open
13 and 20 January 2023 (4 – 5 pm UK time) : Application Information Sessions – Register for the session
27 January 2023 (5 pm UK time) : Applications close
10 – 13 April 2023 : Online Distance Learners (ODL) Interview shortlisting begins; both successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified (Please note references will be requested for applicants invited for an interview)
18 April – 12 May 2023 : ODL interviews take place
Mid-end of May 2023: ODL Interview outcomes will be announced
June – July 2023: Support provided through admissions processes
September 2023: Academic program starts

Application Deadline

January 27, 2023

Benefits of Mastercard Foundation Online Postgraduate Diploma

The scholarship will cover the full tuition fees, a small study stipend to allow for access to high-quality internet, a laptop and the opportunity to attend an in-person summer school in Africa.
The scholarship is designed to cover two years of part-time online study.
On top of financial support, Scholars will participate in activities as part of the wider Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh, including regular online workshops, online coaching and support.

Mastercard Foundation Online Postgraduate Diploma Courses

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Global Food Security and Nutrition
International Development
One Health

Requirements for Mastercard Foundation Online Postgraduate Diploma

Find out more about the postgraduate entry requirements for your country

Interview date, Process, and Venue for Mastercard Foundation Online Postgraduate Diploma

Timeline

15 December 2022 (10 am UK time): Applications open
13 and 20 January 2023 (4 – 5 pm UK time): Application Information Sessions – Register for the session
27 January 2023 (5 pm UK time): Applications close
10 – 13 April 2023: Online Distance Learners (ODL) Interview shortlisting begins; both successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified (Please note references will be requested for applicants invited for an interview)
18 April – 12 May 2023: ODL interviews take place
Mid-end of May 2023: ODL Interview outcomes will be announced
June – July 2023: Support provided through admissions processes
September 2023: Academic program starts