Scholarships in Africa

The Aga Khan Foundation, in collaboration with the Institute of Education, University of London, is pleased to invite applications for the Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships, awarded by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the United Kingdom.

The Scholarships are open to prospective students from Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda wishing to undertake the Institute of Education’s MA in Education and International Development, MA in Educational Planning, Economics and International Development, MA in Education, Health Promotion and International Development or MA in Education, Gender and International Development beginning in October, 2011.

Scholarships in Kenya.
Every year, scholars from 14 countries around the world including two from Kenya, earn the privilege of becoming Rhodes Scholars by demonstrating their outstanding intellectual and academic ability, integrity of character, strong leadership abilities, energy and drive, and their commitment to public service.
The Rhodes Scholarships offer full funding for two years study and are tenable only for full time post graduate study at the University of Oxford.

University’s Philosophy is sensitivity and responsiveness to societal needs and the right of every person to knowledge

University’s Philosophy is sensitivity and responsiveness to societal needs and the right of every person to knowledge

The Higher Education Loans Board is a state corporation mandated to finance Kenyans pursuing higher education in recognized institutions through provision of loans, bursaries and scholarships.

It is also charged with the responsibility of recovering loaned out funds to university students to create a revolving fund which will enable it meet its mandate.

Bursaries For 2011-2012 in (SA) South Africa

BDO has an established network of experienced mining professionals that focuses on delivering value-added services to our mining clients globally. BDO is awarding Bursaries for 2011 & 2012

Full-time international students are eligible to apply for these competitive scholarships. You will need anundergraduate degree in exercise /sport /physiological/medical sciences or related discipline (equivalent to class 2:1 or above), confirmation of English language proficiency and two references. The scholarship can be used in combination with otherawards.

University of the Witwatersrand Postgraduate Merit Award 2011, South Africa

The Kenya National Committee of UWC is offering 1 full and 3 partial scholarships as well as 2 non funded place to attend United World Colleges overseas for a two year international experience and academic study leading to an IB Diploma.