SCHOLARSHIP: University of East Anglia, UK International Scholarship for Postgraduate |Masters Students
The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Commonwealth Scholarships are available to international students who have applied to study a full-time on the MA Media and Global Development course in the School of Global Development at UEA.
About university:
The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a public research university in Norwich, England. Established in 1963 on a 360-acre (150-hectare) campus west of the city centre, the university has four faculties and twenty-six schools of study. It is one of five BBSRC funded research campuses with forty businesses,[12] four independent research institutes (John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute, Earlham Institute and The Sainsbury Laboratory) and a teaching hospital (Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital) on site.
Scholarship deadline:
December 9, 2025
Scholarship details:
- Host Country: United Kingdom (UK)
- Study Abroad: Study in UK
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | £16,500 Stipends
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
To be considered for the University of East Anglia Scholarship, you must meet the following requirements;
- Must meet course requirements.
- Must NOT be in receipt of any other scholarships/awards.
Eligible Courses
- MSc Climate Change and Global Development
- MSc Environment and Global Development
- MA Agriculture and Rural Development
Required Documents for Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship
To apply for the University of East Anglia Scholarship, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form
- Proof of Admission to the University of Sheffield
- Academic Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation
- Personal Statement or Essay
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
- Proof of English Proficiency (if applicable)
- Financial Documents (if required)
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply for the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship here is the step-by-step process to it;
- Check Eligibility Criteria:
- Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria for the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship. This may include criteria related to nationality, academic qualifications, and the intended master’s program.
- Select a Master’s Program:
- Choose a relevant master’s program at the University of East Anglia for which the scholarship is applicable.
- Review Scholarship Information:
- Go through the specific details of the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship, including application requirements, deadlines, and any supporting documents needed.
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Gather all the necessary documents, such as application forms, proof of admission, academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statement, CV or resume, proof of English proficiency (if required), and financial documents (if needed).
- Apply for Admission:
- Apply for admission to the master’s program at the University of East Anglia. Ensure that you follow the university’s admission process and provide all required documents.
- Complete Scholarship Application:
Scholarship Benefits:
- Each scholarship will fund the student’s international tuition fees and provide them with a maintenance grant of £16,500 with a warm clothing allowance of £534 so that they can live in the UK and be able to cover the costs of living.
- This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of financial need to applicants from any of the listed countries.
- To be considered for this scholarship, you will need to apply by submitting an application form by the 9th December 2025.
- Submit a separate application for the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship. This may involve filling out an online application form and attaching the required documents.
- Submit Application by Deadline:
- Pay close attention to the scholarship application deadline. Submit your application and all required documents before the specified date.
- Confirmation and Follow-up:
- After submitting your application, you may receive confirmation of receipt. Be prepared to respond to any additional requests or inquiries from the scholarship committee.
- Wait for Results:
- The scholarship selection process may take some time. Wait for the results to be announced, and if you are awarded the scholarship, follow any instructions provided for the next steps.
- Accept Scholarship and Enroll
