Have you ever dreamed of studying in the UK? Welcome to Foniatz.com. We believe an excellent education is the key to unlocking your potential, and we have found an opportunity to help you do just that. Today, we’re featuring a significant scholarship from the UK government available to students from Commonwealth countries, including Tanzania. Mastercard Foundation University of Cambridge Scholarship 2026 for African Students
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cambridge is designed to provide fully funded opportunities for African students from underrepresented communities. This scholarship is intended for master’s programmes and aims to help scholars develop their leadership potential, contributing to climate resilience and sustainability efforts across Africa.
This is more than just financial support; it is an opportunity to join a community of African scholars and alumni who are working to create a sustainable future.
Aim and Benefits of the Scholarship
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides a comprehensive benefits package that covers:
- Course fees.
- A monthly living/maintenance allowance.
- The visa application fee, IHS surcharge, and a return economy ticket from your home country to the UK.
- Additional benefits include a cohort-wide induction programme, a termly leadership training module, and support to undertake a 3-6 month placement with a leading African-based organisation.
- You’ll also get a monthly living allowance. The programme also covers an allowance for a laptop and health cover.
Requirements for Qualification
To be eligible for the scholarship, you must:
- Have a bachelor’s degree.
- Meet the academic entry requirements of your chosen course. Some courses require the equivalent of a UK first-class honours degree, while others require an upper second-class degree.
- Be from and live in an African country, though you can apply if you are temporarily residing outside Africa for study or work.
- Apply for an eligible, full-time master’s course. Excluded courses include the Master of Accountancy (MACC), Business Administration (MBA), Master of Corporate Law (MCL), and Master of Finance (MFIN).
- Demonstrate a commitment to giving back to your community, home country, or Africa, with a focus on sustainability and climate resilience.
How to Apply
To apply, you will need to start a course application through the University of Cambridge’s postgraduate course directory.
- After starting your application, you can opt in for funding.
- If you meet the entry requirements, you will be able to select the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program from the list.
- You’ll also need to submit a scholarship statement focusing on your career/education history, leadership potential, and how you hope to contribute to a sustainable future in Africa.
- Your application must be submitted by your course’s funding deadline, which is typically in early December 2025 or early January 2026.
Applying for an opportunity like this is a significant step, and we wish you the very best of luck. This is a fantastic chance to grow, contribute, and help shape the future.
Thanks for trusting Foniatz.com to be part of your journey. We hope to see you again soon!
Go for it.
The Foniatz.com Team
