University of Nottingham Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship

The University of Nottingham is pleased to announce the Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship for the academic year 2025/2026. Established in 2001, this flagship scholarship program supports international students from Africa, South Asia, and other selected Commonwealth countries who are committed to driving development in their home nations.

The University of Nottingham is a leading public research university in the United Kingdom, founded in 1881 as University College Nottingham. It gained full university status in 1948 and has since grown into a globally recognized institution with campuses in the UK, China, and Malaysia. Known for its strong academic reputation, research excellence, and commitment to innovation, Nottingham has consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is a member of the prestigious Russell Group.

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Background

Since its inception in 2001, the Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship has been a cornerstone of the University of Nottingham’s commitment to nurturing innovative and passionate individuals from Africa, South Asia, and other selected Commonwealth countries. This prestigious scholarship supports international students who are eager to create meaningful change in their home countries by addressing economic, environmental, structural, social, or political challenges.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

• Be domiciled in Africa, India, or one of the selected Commonwealth countries (see full list below).

• Be classed as an overseas student for fee purposes.

• Hold an offer to begin a full-time master’s (including MRes) for the 2025/26 academic year at the University of Nottingham.

• Apply for a program within the following faculties:

  • Faculty of Engineering

  • Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

  • Faculty of Science

  • Faculty of Social Sciences

You are not eligible if:

• You are currently studying in the UK.

• You have studied or received a degree outside your home country (case-by-case exceptions apply).

• You are a current student or graduate of the University of Nottingham.

Eligible Countries

All African nations and the following Commonwealth countries: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kiribati, Malaysia, Maldives, Montserrat, Nauru, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Pitcairn Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, St Helena, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tristan da Cunha, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, and Vanuatu.

Benefits

• Covers 50% or 100% of tuition fees for one academic year.

• Not applicable to the second year of a two-year master’s course.

• Scholarships are applied directly to tuition – not paid to students.

• Cannot be combined with other University of Nottingham scholarships; only the highest-value award will be applied.

Application Process

1. Apply for Admission
   First, apply and receive an offer to study a full-time master’s or MRes program for the 2025/2026 academic year.

2. Pay Application Fee
   Your academic application will not be reviewed until the application fee is paid and processed.

3. Submit Scholarship Application
   Once you have your offer, apply for the scholarship via the NottinghamHub portal.
   MRes applicants must email: scholarship-assistant@nottingham.ac.uk for application instructions.

Important Dates

Application Deadline: 16 April 2025.

Conclusion

The Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship is more than financial aid—it’s a launchpad for future leaders, problem-solvers, and nation-builders. If you are ready to bring your vision to life, apply early, prepare strategically, and show how you can be a beacon of change for your country.

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