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University of Exeter – International Student Scholarships for Africans
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The University of Exeter hosts international student scholarships for Africans and other nationalities outside the UK.
Twenty-eight percent of the overall student population is made up of international students. Exeter takes pride in being a global institution, with staff and students from more than 130 countries.
### Table of contents
- [About the University of Exeter](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-about-the-university-of-exeter)
- [Available Scholarships for Africans](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-available-scholarships-for-africans)
- [University of Exeter Undergraduate](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-university-of-exeter-undergraduate)
- [Global Excellence Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-global-excellence-scholarships)
- [Sport Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-sport-scholarships)
- [Choral Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-choral-scholarships)
- [University of Exeter Masters](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-university-of-exeter-masters)
- [Global Excellence Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-global-excellence-scholarships-1)
- [Postgraduate Progression Scholarship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-postgraduate-progression-scholarship)
- [How to Apply at UE for International Students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-how-to-apply-at-ue-for-international-students)
- [English language requirements](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-exeter-international-student-scholarships-for-africans/#h-english-language-requirements)
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## About the University of Exeter
A member of the Russell Group of UK universities, Exeter combines excellence in teaching and research.
It was [awarded gold in the first Teaching Excellence Framework](http://www.exeter.ac.uk/news/featurednews/title_590378_en.html) (TEF) in recognition of the high quality of its teaching. In addition, 98% of the institution’s research was rated as international quality in the most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF).
The University of Exeter is organized into six academic colleges. Their many research institutes and centers include the [Centre for Leadership Studies](https://business-school.exeter.ac.uk/research/centres/cls/), the [Bill Douglas Centre for the History of Cinema and Popular Culture](https://www.bdcmuseum.org.uk/), the [Living Systems Institute](http://www.exeter.ac.uk/livingsystems/), and the [Environment and Sustainability Institute](http://www.exeter.ac.uk/esi/). Its research themes are often interdisciplinary and include [climate change](http://www.exeter.ac.uk/research/inspiring/keythemes/science/climate/), translational medicine, and [exoplanets](http://www.exeter.ac.uk/research/inspiring/keythemes/science/extrasolarplanets/).
## Available Scholarships for Africans
### University of Exeter Undergraduate
#### Global Excellence Scholarships
Undergraduate Global Excellence Scholarships have been created to support students wishing to develop their academic potential and contribute to the thriving university community of students and staff from over 170 countries.
A range of full, £10,000 and £5,000 tuition fee scholarships are on offer. These are being offered in the following subject areas:
- Accounting and Finance
- Business and Management
- Economics
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Physics and Astronomy
- Renewable Energy
- Archaeology
- Art History & Visual Culture
- Classics and Ancient History
- Communications
- Drama
- English
- Film Studies
- History
- Liberal Arts
- Modern Languages and Cultures
- Theology and Religion
- Biosciences
- Environmental Science
- Geography
- Human Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Psychology
- Sport and Health Sciences
- Medical Imaging
- Medical Sciences
- Neuroscience
- Nursing
#### Sport Scholarships
The University of Exeter Sports Scholarship Scheme is one of the most prestigious in the UK, helping the best student athletes reach their full potential. The scheme provides a comprehensive support package and is tailored to suit the needs of each individual athlete.
The Scholarship Scheme provides three separate awards for a student-athlete to be supported through:
**Sport Scholarship** – awarded annually to international level athletes competing in one of Exeter’s eight [Performance Sports](http://sport.exeter.ac.uk/studentsport/scholarshipsandperformancesport/performancesport/).
**Sport Performance Bursary**– awarded annually to international level athletes (including a national ranking if applicable) competing for an AU recognized sport that is not a performance sport.
**Partnership Bursary** – awarded annually to athletes competing for one of the University of Exeter’s recognized partners in one of their eight performance sports.
#### Choral Scholarships
In addition to the Chapel Choir, the University also has close performing relations with Exeter Cathedral and three local churches, each offering their own scholarship schemes. The awards available are of various values, depending on weekly duties.
**Chapel Choir (University of Exeter)**
Choral scholarships worth £300 per annum as well as extra fees for other services is being given in two halves through the academic year.
**Crediton Parish Church**
The Collegiate Church of the Holy Cross, Crediton offers up to three scholarships every year, each worth £875 per annum.
**Exeter Cathedral Choir**
The scholarships are normally tenable for three years, though this may be extended for an extra year in certain circumstances. Scholarships are also open to postgraduates for one year or more.
Each scholarship, payable by the Dean and Chapter, is currently worth £3,000 per annum and will be paid in monthly installments.
**The Church of St. Michael and All Angels, Exeter**
St Michael’s offers a number of scholarships for students, all of which are awarded in September following an audition process. These include £400 and £600 per annum schemes.
**St. Peter’s Parish Church, Tiverton**
St Peter’s Tiverton offers four Choral Scholarships each year worth £720 + expenses. They are provided by the Viscount Amory Charitable Trust.
### University of Exeter Masters
#### Global Excellence Scholarships
Postgraduate Global Excellence Scholarships have been created to support international students wishing to develop their academic potential and contribute to the thriving university community of students and staff from over 170 countries.
A range of full, £10,000 and £5,000 tuition fee scholarships are on offer. These are being offered in the following subject areas:
- Accounting and Finance
- Business and Management
- Economics
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Geology
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Physics and Astronomy
- Renewable Energy
- Archaeology
- Art History & Visual Culture
- Classics and Ancient History
- Communications
- Drama
- English
- Film Studies
- History
- Liberal Arts
- Modern Languages and Cultures
- Theology and Religion
- Biosciences
- Environmental Science
- Geography
- Human Sciences
- Natural Sciences
- Psychology
- Sport and Health Sciences
- Medical Imaging
- Medical Sciences
- Neuroscience
- Nursing
All full-time Postgraduate taught degrees in the above areas are eligible, except the following:
- The Exeter MBA
- MRes Global Political Economy
- MRes Management
- MRes Economics (Pathway to PhD)
- MSc Human Resources Management 24 or 30 months
- MSc Mining Professional
- MA International Film Business
- MSc Island Biodiversity and Conservation
- Clinical Psychology programmes delivered by Clinical Education, Development and Research (CEDAR)
- Master of Public Health \[ _Round 1_\]; MA Education Online
- Master of Public Administration (MPA) with Applied Studies
- MA Applied Security Strategy (MStrat)
- Legal Practice Course (LPC)
- Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL)
- Postgraduate Certificates
- Postgraduate Diplomas
- Degree Apprenticeships
#### Postgraduate Progression Scholarship
Graduating University of Exeter students completing their degree in Summer 2021 and progressing directly to a standalone taught masters degree (eg MA; MSc; MRes; MFA) or research degree (eg MPhil/PhD) can earn a scholarship towards the cost of their tuition fees.
These awards are worth 10% of the first-year tuition fee for students enrolling on a postgraduate taught or research program of study in 2021/22, with the exception of Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma programs.
Furthermore, awards are available to all domestic and international University finalists graduating from an undergraduate or postgraduate degree awarded by the University of Exeter.
## How to Apply at UE for International Students
People interested in landing scholarships for Africans at the University of Exeter can directly go to the university’s [International Students](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/international/) webpage. There, one can find their country of origin’s database for available scholarships.
You can also find entry requirements on the individual course pages of our Exeter’s main study websites:
- [Undergraduate](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/)
- [Postgraduate Taught](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/)
- [Postgraduate Research](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/pg-research/)
Entry requirements for international are listed in ‘A’ Levels, however, a wide range of other qualifications are accepted. Please see our [Your Country](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/international/yourcountry/) pages for international equivalencies from a certain country or region of the previous study.
## **English language requirements**
The English language skills of interested applicants will need to be at a certain level to study at the University of Exeter. Please see the relevant page on our study sites for further details:
- [Undergraduate English language requirements](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/entryrequirements/englishlanguage/)
- [Postgraduate Taught English language requirements](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/entryrequirements/englishlanguagerequirements/)
- [Postgraduate Research English language requirements](https://www.exeter.ac.uk/pg-research/apply/english/)
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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
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Masters level
- Willing to study in UK
- 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
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- 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 University of Exeter – International Student Scholarships for Africans?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Masters level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to UK for the duration of the programme.
Is the University of Exeter – International Student Scholarships for Africans 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.