The University of Glasgow has announced the African Excellence Award 2026/27, offering up to 16 scholarships to high-achieving students from Africa seeking to pursue a one-year postgraduate taught Master’s degree in the United Kingdom.
The scholarship is designed to support talented African students who want to develop advanced knowledge and skills that can contribute positively to their communities and careers.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive a full tuition fee waiver for their eligible one-year postgraduate taught Master’s programme at the University of Glasgow.
However, scholarship recipients will still be required to meet the UKVI financial requirements for living costs as international students.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the University of Glasgow African Excellence Award, applicants must:
– Demonstrate academic excellence equivalent to a UK First-Class Honours degree.
– Hold an offer for a one-year postgraduate taught Master’s programme starting in September 2026.
– Have international fee status.
– Be domiciled in Africa and hold a passport from an eligible African country.
– Demonstrate a clear career and/or development plan showing how the Master’s degree will support their future goals.
– Apply for an eligible one-year postgraduate taught Master’s programme.
Applicants do not necessarily need to have received an offer before applying for the scholarship, but an offer is required before a candidate can be considered for an interview.
Number of Scholarships
Up to 16 scholarships
Level of Study
Master’s degree
Postgraduate diploma and postgraduate certificate programmes are not eligible for the award.
Study Location
University of Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Application Deadline
The application deadline was 31 March 2026 at 23:59 UK time.
The University states that applications for the scholarship are now closed.
Shortlisted candidates were expected to be contacted for interviews by 8 May 2026.
Important Information for Applicants
The University of Glasgow says its scholarships and discounts generally cannot be combined with another University of Glasgow scholarship, discount or external sponsorship discount, except where specifically permitted, such as the Alumni Discount.
Applicants who are offered more than one scholarship will have the lower-value award removed from their account.
Students who are unsure about their eligibility can contact the University of Glasgow’s scholarship team for clarification.
Key Details at a Glance
Category| Details
Scholarship| University of Glasgow African Excellence Award
Academic Session| 2026/27
Level| One-year taught Master’s
Number of Awards| Up to 16
Eligible Applicants| Students from eligible African countries
Academic Requirement| Equivalent to UK First-Class Honours
Funding| Full tuition fee waiver
Study Location| Glasgow, Scotland, UK
Intake| September 2026
Deadline| 31 March 2026
Status| Closed
EduTimes Africa Verdict
Although the University of Glasgow African Excellence Award 2026/27 is no longer accepting applications, African students interested in studying in the UK should monitor the University of Glasgow’s scholarship pages for future editions and other funding opportunities.
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