The Loughborough-Ferguson Trust African Scholarship 2027 is a postgraduate taught award from Loughborough University for graduates permanently living in Africa who begin Masters study in September 2027. It covers 100% tuition fees for one year plus living expenses. Applications close on 3 May 2027, and results are expected by 1 July.
Complete guide to the Loughborough-Ferguson Trust African Scholarship 2027, covering eligibility, benefits and funding, important dates, the application process, required documents, selection and results, and the official links.
Loughborough University offers this postgraduate taught scholarship to graduates permanently living in Africa who are starting study in September 2027. The award sits on top of the normal Masters admission process, so applicants must already hold a conditional or unconditional offer for a Loughborough taught Masters when submitting the scholarship application.
Area
Details
Organisation
Loughborough University
Scholarship name
Loughborough-Ferguson Trust African Scholarship
Level of study
Postgraduate taught Masters
Intake
September 2027
Target group
High-achieving graduates domiciled in Africa who intend to return home after study
Application order
Course application first, scholarship application second
Eligibility Criteria for the Loughborough-Ferguson Trust African Scholarship 2027
Requirement
Details
Domicile
Currently domiciled (permanently living) in Africa at the time of scholarship application
Academic achievement
Exceptional academic achievement, normally a first-class honours degree
Return commitment
Commitment to return to home country on completion and to make a significant contribution there
Financial awareness
Full understanding of the costs of studying and living in the UK and motivation to secure funds for remaining costs
Course offer
Holding an offer to study at Loughborough University at the time of scholarship application (conditional or unconditional)
Domicile test note
Permanently living in Africa when applying, not simply holding African nationality or having studied there before
Nationality note
Indian citizens or other nationals can qualify only if they are permanently living in Africa when they apply
Course type note
Research degrees and January starts do not fit this round
Benefits and Funding
Detail
Information
Tuition coverage
100% tuition fees for one year
Living support
Living expenses covered as per the official notification
Award duration
One-year taught Masters award
Entry point
Tied to September 2027 entry
Extension
Does not extend beyond the normal duration of the eligible course
Financial planning note
Living support does not remove the need for financial planning
Remaining costs
Applicants should plan for travel, visa and other personal expenses and show how any remaining costs will be met
Important Dates
Event
Date
Last Date to Apply
3 May 2027
Result
1 July
Intake
September 2027
How to Apply
Step
Action
1
Go to the apply online page on the Loughborough University website and open the Loughborough-Ferguson Trust African Scholarship 2027 entry.
2
Confirm you hold a conditional or unconditional offer for a September 2027 postgraduate taught Masters and note your application ID.
3
Start the scholarship application with your personal details and contact address showing current domicile in Africa.
4
Add your academic history, including degree result and awarding institution, to evidence the first-class level requirement.
5
Write the supporting statements on return commitment, intended contribution at home, understanding of UK costs and funding for any shortfall.
6
Upload the items requested in the form checklist, such as offer evidence and degree documents, in the stated formats.
7
Review domicile, course details and statements for consistency, then submit before the cut-off and save the confirmation.
8
Use the checklist as the final control; if a field or upload fails to save, re-open the form from the official page rather than creating a duplicate entry.
Documents and Information Required
Item
Details
Course offer evidence
Conditional or unconditional offer for a September 2027 postgraduate taught Masters
Application ID
Note your Loughborough application ID
Personal details
Contact address showing current domicile in Africa
Academic history
Degree result and awarding institution
Supporting statements
Return commitment, intended contribution at home, understanding of UK costs and funding for any shortfall
Other uploads
Items requested in the form checklist, in the stated formats
It is the Loughborough-Ferguson Trust African Scholarship 2027, a postgraduate taught Masters scholarship at Loughborough University.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply is 3 May 2027.
Q3. Who is eligible for the scholarship?
You must be permanently living in Africa and hold a conditional or unconditional offer for postgraduate taught Masters study at Loughborough University, with exceptional academic achievement normally equivalent to a first-class honours degree, plus commitment to returning home and a clear understanding of UK costs.
Q4. What does the scholarship cover?
It provides full tuition fee coverage for one year along with support towards living expenses.
Q5. For which intake is the scholarship available?
It is meant for postgraduate taught Masters applicants seeking to begin their studies at Loughborough University in September 2027.
Q6. When will the result be announced?
The scholarship result will be announced by 1 July.
Q7. How can I apply?
Apply online through the Loughborough University scholarship page after securing a course offer.
Q8. Do I need a course offer before applying?
Yes, you must already hold a conditional or unconditional offer for a Loughborough taught Masters when you submit the scholarship application.
Q9. Can I apply without living in Africa?
No, the domicile test is strict; you must be permanently living in Africa at the time of application.
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