The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship provides £39,000 in funding for international students enrolled in a full-time, one-year Master’s program at the University of East Anglia (UEA).
Each scholarship covers full international tuition fees and provides a £16,500 maintenance grant to support living costs, travel, and visa arrangements in the UK.
This article explains the full details of the scholarship and provides a step-by-step guide for applying.
Scholarship Summary
Host Country: United Kingdom (UK)
Study Abroad: Yes — Study in the UK
Category: Postgraduate | Master’s Scholarships
Eligible Countries: Developing Countries
Funding: Fully Funded
Stipend: £16,500 + Warm Clothing Allowance (£534)
IELTS: Not required (for eligible applicants)
Deadline: December 9, 2025
About the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship
The scholarship is offered to international students applying to the MA Media and Global Development program within the School of Global Development at UEA.
Awards are based strictly on financial need and are available to applicants from specific countries listed below.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered, applicants must:
1. Meet the academic and program-specific requirements.
2. Not already be receiving another scholarship or award.
3. Be a citizen or permanent resident of one of the following eligible countries:
Eligible Countries Include:
Afghanistan, Angola, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, DRC, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Uganda, Vanuatu, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Eligible Courses
MSc Climate Change and Global Development
MSc Environment and Global Development
MA Agriculture and Rural Development
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
Full international tuition fee coverage
£16,500 maintenance allowance
£534 warm clothing allowance
Opportunity to study a high-quality master’s program at UEA
Support based on financial need
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following:
Completed scholarship application form
Proof of admission (offer) from the University of East Anglia
Academic transcripts
Recommendation letters
Personal statement or essay
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Proof of English language proficiency (if required)
Financial evidence (if applicable)
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
1. Check Eligibility
Ensure you meet nationality, academic, and course-specific requirements.
2. Select an Eligible Master’s Program
Choose one of the courses supported by the scholarship.
3. Review Scholarship Guidelines
Read all scholarship details, documents needed, and deadlines.
4. Prepare All Required Documents
Gather academic, financial, and personal documents.
5. Apply for Admission
Submit your master’s program application to UEA.
6. Complete the Scholarship Application
Fill out the separate scholarship application form and upload required documents.
7. Submit Before the Deadline
Deadline: December 9, 2025
8. Await Confirmation
You may be contacted for additional information.
9. Receive and Accept Scholarship Offer
If selected, follow UEA’s instructions to finalize your award.
Application Link
CLICK HERE TO APPLY (Insert URL)
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