The Ferguson Scholarship aims to enhance educational opportunities for African students who may not be able to study in the UK. For September 2026, these scholarships are available, each covering full tuition of £22,500 for students from Africa and India, along with an additional £6,000 for living costs for the 2026/27 academic year.
Application Deadline:
- 29 May 2026 (final extended deadline)
Tell Me About The Scholarship:
The Ferguson Scholarship, funded by the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, provides full tuition fee coverage (£22,500) plus an additional £6,000 contribution toward living costs for selected international students from Africa and India.
It is designed to support academically strong students who may otherwise struggle to access postgraduate education in the UK. Only three scholarships are available for the September 2026 intake, making this a highly competitive award.
Which Courses are Eligible?
The Ferguson Scholarship applies only to selected postgraduate taught programmes:
- MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences
- MSc Drug Delivery
- MSc Pharmacokinetics
- MSc Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine
- MSc Biotechnology
- MSc Psychology (Conversion)
- MSc Neuroscience for Drug Discovery
- MSc Addiction and Mental Health
- MSc Bioinformatics and Genomic Medicine
- Master of Public Health (MPH)
Type:
- Postgraduate Scholarship | UK | Master’s Degree
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for one of the eligible programmes.
- Be a national of India or an African country.
- Hold at least a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
- Be classified as a self-funded student.
- Apply independently (agency-referred applications are not eligible).
How are Candidates Selected?
- Based on academic merit, professional goals, and motivation.
- Strong competition due to only three awards available.
- Applicants must demonstrate clear career objectives and alignment with health, biotechnology, neuroscience, or public health fields.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- India
- All African countries
Where will the Scholarship be Taken?
- UK universities offering the listed MSc/MPH programmes.
How Many Awards?
- Three scholarships available for 2026/27 intake.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship?
- Full tuition fee coverage (£22,500).
- £6,000 contribution toward living costs.
- Access to postgraduate taught study in the UK.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last?
- One academic year (2026/27).
Required Documents:
- University application number (beginning with “25…”).
- Proof of admission offer.
- Academic transcripts.
- Personal statement/motivation.
How to Apply:
- Apply for an eligible MSc/MPH programme via the university’s course portal.
- Obtain your application number.
- Complete the Ferguson Scholarship webform before 29 May 2026.
- Await award announcement in June 2026.
Visit the Application Webpage for Details
