For the academic year 2022/2023, applications are open for the Catto combined MSc and PhD Scholarships for female African students to study at the University of Edinburgh’s Centre of African Studies.
The University of Edinburgh’s Centre of African Studies is pleased to announce the availability of one full scholarship for qualified female African applicants to study for an MSc in Africa and International Development and then a PhD in African Studies, or to move straight into a PhD if more suited.
Brief Description
Scholarship Sponsor(s): Stephen Gordon Catto Charitable Trust
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded Scholarships
Host Institution(s): University of Edinburgh
Scholarship Type: Tuition Award, monthly maintenance stipend
Scholarship Worth: Varies
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Masters & Postgraduate
Nationality: International Students
How to Apply | University of Edinburgh Scholarship for Female African Students
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they can meet the English Language requirements of the University of Edinburgh: English Language Requirements.
If you are interested and meet all of the above, please submit:
- A summary of your research proposal (maximum 2 pages).
- A cover letter indicating your motivations and future plans (maximum 1 page).
- An academic CV, clearly showing class of degree and previous educational achievements (maximum 2 pages).
- A letter of reference from an academic familiar with your work.
The PDF document must be named as follows: First Name Surname_CATTO APPLICATION_2022
Example: Louis Obeng_CATTO APPLICATION_2022
All applications must use the email subject line: CATTO SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 2022
Applications must be submitted in a single pdf document on or before 12:00 Noon GMT on 30 April 2022 to admissions.phdafricanstudies@ed.ac.uk