British Council Sub-Saharan Africa Research Grants for Young African Creative Professionals
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- Host country
- Botswana
- Region
- Africa
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The British Council is pleased to present Sub-Saharan Africa Research Grants for young African creative professionals. This will allow individuals to conduct research and travel in the Sub-Saharan region.
In addition, the British Council is looking to increase connections between the UK creative sectors and young creative professionals in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The African countries covered under the Sub-Saharan Africa Research Grants of the British Council (in which the British Council operates) are: Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
**Application deadline:** March 2022
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the Sub-Saharan Africa Research Grants](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/british-council-sub-saharan-africa-research-grants-for-young-african-creative-professionals/#h-benefits-of-the-sub-saharan-africa-research-grants)
- [Eligibility Criteria for Young African Creative Professionals](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/british-council-sub-saharan-africa-research-grants-for-young-african-creative-professionals/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-young-african-creative-professionals)
- [How to Apply for the British Council Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/british-council-sub-saharan-africa-research-grants-for-young-african-creative-professionals/#h-how-to-apply-for-the-british-council-scholarships)
## Benefits of the Sub-Saharan Africa Research Grants
Between April 2022 and March 2023, the British Council will offer up to nine grants of £2,500 each to ideas having to do with research in the applicant’s chosen artistic sector and travel in the Sub-Saharan region.
When evaluating applications, the British Council will take into account a geographical distribution across the continent.
The British Council is dedicated to the agenda of equality, diversity, and inclusion. It seeks to publicize the UK’s accomplishments in this field. Furthermore, the British Council was established in order to foster “friendly knowledge and understanding” between the people of the United Kingdom and the rest of the globe.
## Eligibility Criteria for Young African Creative Professionals
The successful applicant is likely to:
- Be based at UK arts organization or individual with a proven track record of working internationally;
- Have a minimum of 3 years professional experience in their sector;
- Demonstrate experience in working with international partners to deliver collaborative arts programs;
- Have a basic knowledge of their chosen art sector in the region which is being visited (although the British Council will provide support in putting together a detailed program);
- Demonstrate a clear rationale for the research they want to undertake;
- Demonstrate a commitment to our British Council values (see Notes on page 6).
In addition, applicants should:
- Commit to program a UK public forum to share/disseminate the research findings, this can either be done online or in person (see Notes on page 7 for examples);
- Have a valid passport for travel;
- Have a valid visa for travel (if required);
- Have valid travel insurance;
- Be able to travel between April 2022 and March 2023.
**English Language Requirements:** Applicants whose first language is not English are usually required to provide evidence of proficiency in English at the higher level required by the University.
## How to Apply for the British Council Scholarships
If you would like to apply for this research grant, please submit a PDF Expression of Interest. This should comprise:
- Up to 2 examples of key projects and/or program that you feel represent your work
- A short statement (max 800 words) outlining why you are applying for this research grant and clearly state the following:
o State the country or countries you would like to focus and conduct your research
o State how your research proposal aligns with or addresses at least two of the ‘Art Connects Us objectives’ (see Notes section on page 6).
o State what you hope to gain from the experience and outline some of the potential practical applications of the research into a tangible program or project.
- Activity plan; identify the main stages of your activity during the research visit.
- CV (up to 2 pages)
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Willing to study in Botswana
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the British Council Sub-Saharan Africa Research Grants for Young African Creative Professionals?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Botswana for the duration of the programme.
Is the British Council Sub-Saharan Africa Research Grants for Young African Creative Professionals fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.