Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants for the Cambridge Africa Changemakers Scholarship. The Cambridge Scholarship is a programme of full-cost scholarships for PhD students in any subject, open to candidates from any country in Africa.
SCHOLARSHIP AT A GLANCE:
| Scholarship Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Name | Cambridge AfricaChangemakersScholarship |
| Scholarship Type | Full-cost scholarship |
| Level of Study | PhD |
| Eligible Countries | All African countries |
| Eligible Courses | Any subject |
| Tenable At | University ofCambridge (anycollege) |
| Purpose | Support talentedstudents who requirefinancial assistance,whose researchcontributes to thedevelopment of Africaand climate-resilient/sustainablefutures |
| Affiliated Programme | Mastercard FoundationScholars Programme |
| Eligibility Criteria | • African student • PhDstudy level • Researchcontributes to Africa’sdevelopment andsustainable futures |
| Application Procedure | No separate applicationrequired; apply foradmission to Universityof Cambridge bycourse-specific fundingdeadline |
| Application Deadline | Varies by course (referto Postgraduate CourseDirectory) |
Facts About the Cambridge Africa Change Makers Scholarship
- Transforming Africa: The Cambridge Africa Change Makers Scholarship aims to empower African leaders to drive positive change across the continent.
- Full Scholarship: The program offers a full scholarship covering tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs for selected candidates.
- Multi-Disciplinary: Scholars can pursue various master’s degrees, from Business to Public Health, and Environmental Science.
- Leadership Development: Scholars participate in leadership training, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
- Pan-African Representation: Scholars come from diverse African countries, fostering a rich cultural exchange.
- Alumni Network: Scholars join a vibrant alumni network of change-makers across Africa.
- Impact Projects: Scholars develop and implement impactful projects addressing Africa’s pressing challenges.
- Collaborative Learning: Scholars engage in collaborative learning with Cambridge’s renowned faculty.
- Global Connections: Scholars connect with global leaders and organizations through Cambridge’s extensive network.
- Life-Changing Experience: Scholars describe the program as a life-changing experience that equips them to drive meaningful change.
DETAILS FOR 2025 CAMBRIDGE AFRICA CHANGE-MAKERS SCHOLARSHIP
The Cambridge Africa Changemakers Scholarship is a programme of full-cost scholarships for PhD students in any subject, open to candidates from any country in Africa. It is tenable at any college.
It aims to provide support to talented students who require financial assistance to take up their places at the University, whose research research contributes to the development of the Continent and to climate-resilient and sustainable futures for Africa and the world.
This scholarship programme is closely affiliated with the Mastercard Foundation scholars programme.
ELIGIBILITY FOR 2025 CAMBRIDGE AFRICA CHANGE-MAKERS SCHOLARSHIP
To be considered for Cambridge Africa Changemakers Scholarship for African Students, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:
- Applicants must be African students
- Open to candidates from any country in Africa
- Apple must be a PhD study level
- Applicants whose research contributes to the development of the Continent and to climate-resilient and sustainable futures for Africa and the world.
HOW TO APPLY FOR 2025 CAMBRIDGE AFRICA CHANGE-MAKERS SCHOLARSHIP
No separate application is required for this scholarship, only the application for admission to the University of Cambridge, which must be submitted by the funding deadline specific to your course (please refer to the Postgraduate Course Directory). The Application Deadline Varies By Courses.
Source: https://www.cambridgetrust.org/