Study in the UK for Free! | Allan & Nesta Ferguson Masters Scholarships 2025 (Fully Funded)
Fully Funded Master’s in the UK! University of Sheffield Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarships 2025
Are you a passionate changemaker from a developing country looking to pursue a Master’s degree in the UK? The University of Sheffield is offering fully funded scholarships through the Allan & Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust for international students committed to international development.
This is your chance to join a top-ranked UK university with zero tuition costs and a £12,500 maintenance stipend for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarship Summary
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Host Country: United Kingdom
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Host Institution: University of Sheffield
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Level of Study: Master’s
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Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
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Eligible Countries: Low and lower-middle income countries (World Bank classification)
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Courses Eligible: 7 development-focused Master’s programs
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Reward: Full tuition waiver + £12,500 stipend
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Deadline: June 2, 2025
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Start Date: September 2025
Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarship (What Does the Scholarship Cover?)
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✅ Full tuition fees for your selected program
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✅ £12,500 living allowance to cover your maintenance expenses in the UK
This scholarship allows you to focus completely on your studies—without financial barriers.
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Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarship (Eligible Courses)
To apply, you must hold an offer for one of the following full-time postgraduate courses at the University of Sheffield:
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International Development MA
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Environmental Change and International Development MSc
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International Development (Masters in Public Health) MPH
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International Law and Global Justice LLM
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International Political Economy MA
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Global Journalism MA
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International Public and Political Communication MA
Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarship (Who Can Apply?)
To be eligible, you must:
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Be a citizen of a low or lower-middle income country as defined by the World Bank
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Be self-funded (not receiving sponsorship from a government, employer, or other organization)
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Hold an offer for an eligible Master’s program at the University of Sheffield
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Have not previously studied outside your home country
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Be classified as an overseas student for tuition purposes
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Begin your studies in September 2025 (scholarship cannot be deferred)
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Meet all admission conditions and secure a UK student visa
Allan & Nesta Ferguson Scholarship (How to Apply: Step-by-Step)
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Apply for Admission
First, apply and receive an offer for one of the eligible programs listed above.
Note: It may take 24 hours after receiving your offer to access the scholarship form. -
Apply for the Scholarship
Use your MUSE for Offer Holders account to complete the online scholarship application. -
Application Deadline
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Deadline: Monday, June 2, 2025 at 1:00 PM (UK time)
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Results Notification: Before Friday, July 18, 2025
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Important Notes
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This scholarship cannot be combined with other funding sources.
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Applicants must maintain full-time student status.
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You must meet all conditions of your offer to be awarded the scholarship.
Ready to Apply?
Take the first step toward a tuition-free education in the UK:
This scholarship is highly competitive, so apply early and make sure your application reflects your commitment to international development!
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