Durban University Ruth First Scholarship 2026
The Durban University Ruth First Scholarship 2026 offers full funding for Master's degrees at Durham University. It covers tuition, a monthly living allowance, travel support, and other benefits. Open to residents of select Southern African countries, the application deadline is February 28, 2026.
Eligible Degrees
Master's/Postgraduate (Not-STEM field)
Eligible Nationalities
Not specified
Destination
United Kingdom
Eligible Courses
All programmes offered by the university
Durban University Ruth First Scholarship 2026
The Durban University Ruth First Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity for students from Southern Africa to pursue a Master's degree at Durham University with full funding. This scholarship encompasses a wide range of benefits designed to support scholars throughout their academic journey.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a citizen or resident of Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, or Zimbabwe.
- Hold an Honours degree sufficient for admission to a Master’s course.
- Not already hold a Master’s degree or have studied at a university outside southern Africa.
- Demonstrate commitment to community service and leadership in voluntary work.
- Meet English language proficiency requirements of Durham University.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship provides:
- Full tuition fees for the Master’s programme.
- A monthly living allowance of £525.
- Full-board accommodation at St Chad’s College.
- A small settling-in allowance upon arrival.
- Return airfare to Durham and visa costs after course completion.
Application Process
To apply, candidates must complete the online application form available on the Durham University website. The deadline for applications is 28 February, 2026.
More Information
For more details about the scholarship and to apply, visit the official scholarship application page.
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