The Cambridge Africa Changemakers Scholarship for 2025 is now accepting applications.
This scholarship program offers full-cost funding for studies across all disciplines. Candidates from any African country are eligible to apply.
When is the Application Deadline:
📅 Deadline varies by course. Applicants must apply by the funding deadline listed for their chosen program in the Cambridge Postgraduate Course Directory.
Tell Me About The Award:
The Cambridge Africa Changemakers Scholarship is a fully funded PhD scholarship programme for students from Africa. It is offered by the Cambridge Trust in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, supporting students whose research contributes to the development of Africa and to climate-resilient, sustainable futures.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
🎓 All academic fields offered for PhD study at the University of Cambridge are eligible.
Type:
📘 Doctoral (PhD) Scholarship
Who can Apply?
✅ Candidates must:
- Be citizens of any African country
- Apply for a PhD programme at the University of Cambridge
- Demonstrate financial need
- Pursue research that supports African development and climate-resilient futures
How are Applicants Selected?
📋 Applicants are selected during the standard University of Cambridge PhD admission process. No separate scholarship application is required. Selection is based on academic excellence, financial need, and relevance of research to African development.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
🌍 All African countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
🏫 University of Cambridge, United Kingdom – at any college within the university
How Many Awards?
🔢 The exact number of awards is not specified, but multiple scholarships are awarded annually.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
💰 The scholarship covers:
- Full University tuition fees
- Annual stipend (sufficient for a single person)
- Immigration Health Surcharge
- Visa costs
- Travel and research allowances
How Long Will the Award Last?
📆 The award covers the entire duration of the PhD program, typically 3–4 years, depending on the course.
How to Apply:
- Apply for a PhD programme at the University of Cambridge.
- Ensure your application is submitted by the course-specific funding deadline.
- There is no separate application for the scholarship.
- Scholarship consideration is automatic for eligible candidates.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
🌐 Cambridge Africa Changemakers Scholarship – Official Page
