University of Kent DICE Msc Burnett Scholarships for Africans – Fully Funded

The University of Kent in partnership with the Durrell Institute of Conservation & Ecology (DICE) has announced applications are now being accepted for the inaugural 2024/25 Burnett Scholarship program for Africans in the KASA region aiming to pursue an Msc. Through the generosity of the NotsewOrm Sands Foundation, we are offering up to six scholarships in 2024, and for the next two years. The successful applicant will receive a fully funded studentship on our taught Masters’ course in Conservation Science.

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Study Programme: Master’s Degree

Eligible Countries: Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe

Country Host: UK

Scholarship Reward: Fully Funded

Eligibility Criteria for the Scholarship

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be nationals of, or have official refugee status in, Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia or Zimbabwe.
• Have at least two years of work experience in the conservation sector.
• Be in possession of a good undergraduate degree, with a minimum of a UK 2:1 or equivalent.
• Meet the UK Visas and Immigration specifications and University of Kent English language requirements.

Benefits of the Scholarship

The Scholarship covers full tuition fees, a monthly stipend and travel expenses to and from the UK. The scholarship is for the Taught Master’s course offered at DICE in Conservation Science starting in September 2024.

Application Process

To apply, please send a 1-page cover letter and a 2-page CV to [email protected]

Interested and qualified candidates should kindly CLICK HERE to learn more about the scholarship.

Application Deadline

April 22, 2024