MSc in Development Policy and Politics (with Mo Ibrahim Foundation Internship)

Scholarship Host

The International Development Department (IDD) at the University of Birmingham, in collaboration with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, offers a scholarship for the MSc in Development Policy and Politics.

Eligibility Criteria

(i) A first-class honours degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university.

(ii) Candidates must be under 30 years of age at the time of application.

(iii) Proficiency in English: Minimum IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 580/93 (for non-native English speakers).

(iv) Must be an African national and a permanent resident in an African country, with preference given to candidates from Sub-Saharan Africa.

Benefits

(i) Full tuition coverage for the MSc program.

(ii) Round-trip airfare to and from the UK, including a visa.

(iii) Monthly stipend of £950 for 18 months.

(iv) Arrival allowance of £950.

(v) Internship funding: The Mo Ibrahim Foundation will directly cover expenses for the final six-month internship.

Scholarship Deadline

Not stated

Link To Apply

https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/schools/government/departments/international-development/courses/mo-ibrahim