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University of Kent International Student Scholarships

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University of Kent International Student Scholarships - Study in Europe, Post a Comment

Provider
Arts and Humanities Research Council
Host country
Egypt
Deadline
To be confirmed for the 2027 intake
Region
Africa
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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Open to African students; specific eligibility (nationality, age, academic record, field of study) varies by program — see the official site for full requirements.
Funding
Varies by award
Study level
PhD
Deadline
To be confirmed for the 2027 intake

Key eligibility criteria

  • Open to African students; specific eligibility (nationality, age, academic record, field of study) varies by program — see the official site for full requirements.

Recorded funding information

  • Varies by award

About the University of Kent International Student Scholarships (2026)

###### As a leading academic institution within the UK, the University of Kent is committed to the transformative power of education and research. The University of Kent has a wide range of foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate degrees that can now be made even more accessible globally through several international student scholarships. ### Table of contents - [About the University of Kent](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-kent-international-student-scholarships/#h-about-the-university-of-kent) - [Available International Student Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-kent-international-student-scholarships/#h-available-international-student-scholarships) - [Kent Success Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-kent-international-student-scholarships/#h-kent-success-scholarships-for-international-undergraduate-students) - [Chevening Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-kent-international-student-scholarships/#h-chevening-scholarships) - [British Council GREAT Scholarship: China, Egypt, Ghana, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Thailand](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-kent-international-student-scholarships/#h-british-council-great-scholarship-china-egypt-ghana-india-kenya-malaysia-thailand) - [The Bestway Foundation Scholarship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-kent-international-student-scholarships/#h-the-bestway-foundation-scholarship) - [International Multimedia Journalism MA Global Scholarship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-kent-international-student-scholarships/#h-international-multimedia-journalism-ma-global-scholarship) - [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/university-of-kent-international-student-scholarships/#h-how-to-apply) YouTube Tap to unmute Video unavailable This video is unavailable [Visit YouTube to search for more videos](https://www.youtube.com/) 1x Credits to: The University of Kent ## About the University of Kent With a student body representing over 157 nationalities, the University of Kent provides a unique and well-rounded international student experience. Involved largely in enhancing the employability of their students, Kent adapts with global standards by focusing on employability-focused degrees, internship opportunities, our award-winning careers advisory service, and a range of extra-curricular opportunities to boost international students’ CVs and develop their employability skills. In the most recent Research Excellence Framework, Kent was ranked in the top 20 for research intensity in the Times Higher Education, outperforming 11 of the 24 elite Russell Group universities. Because their academics are engaged in high-level research as well as teaching, international students can study with some of the most influential thinkers in their field. ## Available International Student Scholarships Kent offers a comprehensive variety of scholarships to international students who achieve outstanding academic merits from entry-level and beyond in their undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Read on to discover which scholarship opportunity fits you best. ### Kent Success Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students Up to 20 awards are available for the Kent Success Scholarships. A scholarship amount of £2,000 is paid towards the cost of tuition fees and is offered to nationals of any country paying overseas fees. On another note, the University of Kent encourages applications from the University’s strategic priority countries, which are listed here by the International Officer. ### Chevening Scholarships Chevening Scholarships are the UK government’s global scholarship program, funded by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and partner organizations. The program offers awards for outstanding scholars from around the world who wish to study postgraduate courses (typically a one-year masters) at universities in the UK. Furthermore, the opportunity shall cover tuition fees at the home rate, a stipend, and additional expenses. The University of Kent is also generously co-funding a number of Chevening Awards available to applicants from Malaysia, Turkey, and Nigeria. ### British Council GREAT Scholarship: China, Egypt, Ghana, India, Kenya, Malaysia, Thailand The GREAT Scholarships program is funded jointly by the UK Government’s GREAT Britain campaign, the British Council, and the University of Kent, as part of the Study UK campaign. GREAT is delighted to offer dedicated international student scholarships of £10,000 to Chinese, Ghanaian, Indian, Kenyan, Malaysian, and Thai passport holders applying for a taught master’s program based at one of their UK campuses. The award will go towards one year of tuition fees. Scholarships will be awarded as follows: China (x2), India (x2), Thailand (x2), Malaysia (x1), Ghana (x1), Egypt (x1), Kenya (x1) for a total of 10 awards available in 2021. ### The Bestway Foundation Scholarship Together with The Bestway Foundation, Kent is delighted to offer 8 scholarships of £30,000 (tuition fees plus maintenance) to students from and domiciled in Pakistan, applying to their postgraduate one-year masters programs in Science, Technology, and Mathematics. ### International Multimedia Journalism MA Global Scholarship The Centre for Journalism is pleased to offer this scholarship to all overseas students (including EU students) to support their studies at the University of Kent. This award provided a stipend of £2,500 to entrants who meet the stated eligibility conditions. The scholarship will be given in a single installment in the second term of the program. The University will assess eligibility for the award after an application for entry to International Multimedia Journalism MA has been submitted. No further application for the award is required. ## How to Apply To start your application, please visit the University of Kent’s [scholarship search page](https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search) and read up on the opportunity you are interested in applying for. If you have any questions regarding the international scholarships process, then please contact [international@kent.ac.uk](mailto:international@kent.ac.uk). * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. They are part of the African Scholar Initiative, powered by Scholarship Hippo. 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Funding information

The funding information below is recorded in this listing; it does not establish additional covered components. Check amounts, caps, exclusions and conditions on the official source.

  • Varies by award

University of Kent International Student Scholarships eligibility

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  • Open to African students; specific eligibility (nationality, age, academic record, field of study) varies by program — see the official site for full requirements.

University of Kent International Student Scholarships document information

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.

    How to apply for the University of Kent International Student Scholarships 2026

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    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Open to African students; specific eligibility (nationality, age, academic record, field of study) varies by program — see the official site for full requirements.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    University of Kent International Student Scholarships deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake. This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

      Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.

    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

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    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

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    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Provider deadline
      To be confirmed for the 2027 intake

      Provider deadline information: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake. Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the University of Kent International Student Scholarships?+

    Open to African students; specific eligibility (nationality, age, academic record, field of study) varies by program — see the official site for full requirements.

    What funding does the University of Kent International Student Scholarships offer?+

    Listed funding: Varies by award. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Open to African students; specific eligibility (nationality, age, academic record, field of study) varies by program — see the official site for full requirements.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: To be confirmed for the 2027 intake. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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