23 Scholarships and Opportunities for Postgraduate Studies and Students Currently Open –  August 10, 2025 

At Opportunity Desk, we are  committed to connecting young leaders, changemakers, and dreamers with life-changing opportunities that open doors to education, leadership, and global influence. This curated roundup features 18 postgraduate scholarships and fellowships currently open for application, from fully funded master’s programs like the Chevening Scholarship, to prestigious fellowships in cybersecurity, science, leadership, and policy. These opportunities span across regions, sectors, and disciplines, with many tailored for professionals from Africa, Asia, and beyond.

1. Chevening Scholarship to Study in the UK 2026-2027.

Chevening is the UK Government’s global scholarship programme that offers future leaders the unique opportunity to study in the UK. These scholarships are awarded to outstanding professionals from all over the world to pursue a one-year master’s degree in any subject at any UK university.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Oct 7

2. Consortium for Advanced Research Training in Africa (CARTA) PhD Fellowship 2026. 

As part of its innovations, CARTA offers a collaborative doctoral training program in public and population health. This program was developed in response to the great challenges faced by Africa’s institutions of higher education in training and retaining the next generation of academics in the region. Specifically, CARTA aims to support PhD candidates who will become future research leaders within and beyond their institutions.
Click here to apply | Deadline: August 20

3. Joel Joffe LLB scholarships at the University of Fort Hare and the University of the Western Cape 2026.

These scholarships are offered in memory of Joel Joffe, who was Nelson Mandela’s lawyer in the 1963/4 Rivonia Trial. He played a crucial role in the struggle for democracy in South Africa. The Trust continues to build on his legacy, inspiring others to do as much as possible to realise human rights and reduce poverty.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Sept 2

4. Canon Collins RMTF Scholarships for Postgraduate Study 2026.

Canon Collins Trust in partnership with Ros Moger and Terry Furlong group invite applications for the postgraduate study in South Africa. Ros and Terry were inspirational London educationalists. Since 2001 friends and family have raised funds in their memory to award scholarships in their name.Applications are open for the Tom Queba and Pegasys Scholarships for Social Change 2026. Canon Collins Trust in partnership with Tom Queba Memorial Fund and Pegasys invites applications for scholarships for Honours and Masters study at South African universities in 2026.
Click here to apply | Deadline : Sept 2

5. AfOx Graduate Scholarships for the 2026-2027 MBA Programme.

The University of Oxford and the Mastercard Foundation have established an innovative and ambitious partnership under the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program and the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx). In partnership with the Said Business School Foundation, up to five AfOx Graduate Scholarships are available for the 2026-27 MBA programme.
Click here to apply | Deadline: January 7

6. Getty Conservation Guest Scholars Program 2026- 2027. 

Through the Conservation Guest Scholars Program, Getty provides opportunities for established scholars or professionals who have attained distinction in the cultural heritage conservation field.
Click here to apply | Deadline: October 1

7. Chevening LSE Fellowship 2026-2027. 

The British Embassy and British Consulates-General in China work closely with a number of key Chinese institutions and top UK universities to support the professional development of mid-career fellows in key thematic sectors throughout distinct research fellowship programmes.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Oct 7

8. Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship 2026-2027. 

The Chevening India Cyber Security Fellowship is aimed at mid-career professionals with demonstrable leadership potential in the field of cyber security or cyber policy in India. The fellowship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Oct 7

9. UNESCO Quantum Course for Women Scientists in Africa 2025. 

Quantum science and technologies are rapidly shaping the future of science, security, economy and society.
Click here to apply | August 1

10. CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary 2026. 

The CSIR, in collaboration with the Sasol Foundation, provides financial support to full-time, unemployed students seeking qualifications in areas that are deemed a priority by the CSIR.
Click here to apply | Deadline: August 29

11. AfOx Graduate Scholarships for the 2026-2027 MBA Programme. 

The University of Oxford and the Mastercard Foundation have established an innovative and ambitious partnership under the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program and the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx). In partnership with the Said Business School Foundation, up to five AfOx Graduate Scholarships are available for the 2026-27 MBA programme.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Jan 7

12. MINDS Scholarship Programme for Leadership Development 2025.

 The MINDS Scholarship Programme for Leadership Development in Africa was successfully launched in 2017, bringing to realisation our vision of developing young leaders who have a continent-wide development mindset and leaders who can facilitate greater cooperation between African countries.
Click here to apply | Deadline : Ongoing

13. Julius Berger Nigeria Scholarship Scheme 2025. 

Julius Berger Nigeria PIc (JBN) is a leading Nigerian company offering holistic services covering the planning, design, engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance of buildings, infrastructure, and industry projects. Julius Berger is a committed partner with a strong track record of reliable high-quality results.
Click here to apply | Deadline: August 21

14. Chevening Energy Market Reform Fellowship 2026-2027. 

The Chevening Energy Market Reform Fellowship offers senior officials and professionals from the energy sector in China the opportunity to spend three months in Dundee as a visiting Chevening Fellow.
Click here to apply |  Oct7

15. Chevening Gurukul Fellowship for Leadership and Excellence 2026-2027. 

The Chevening Gurukul Fellowship for Leadership and Excellence is the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s flagship fellowship for India and has run for more than 20 years.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Oct 7

16. Walters Kundert Fellowship 2025-2026. 

The Walters Kundert Fellowship offers awards annually to support field research in physical geography within Arctic and/or high mountain environments, with preference for field studies that advance the understanding of environmental change past or Present.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Nov 23

17. University of Pretoria Commonwealth Scholarship for Doctoral Studies 2026. 

The University of Pretoria, recognised as a leading research-intensive institution, is committed to attracting exceptional doctoral candidates who can make meaningful contributions to its research mission.
Click here to apply |  Deadline: Sept20

18. Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship 2026-2027.

The Chevening Clore Leadership Fellowship is a partnership between the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and Clore Leadership, offering mid-career professionals in the arts and culture sector an exceptional opportunity to undertake an individually tailored leadership programme in the UK.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Oct 7

19. CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship 2026-2027.

The CAPES-Humboldt Research Fellowship supports you – postdoctoral researchers and experienced researchers – with your research in Germany.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Nov 28

20. Chevening Healthcare, Health Policy, and Health Reform Fellowship 2026-2027. 

The British Embassy and British Consulates-General in China work closely with a number of key Chinese institutions and top UK universities to support the professional development of mid-career fellows in key thematic sectors throughout distinct research fellowship programmes.
Click here to apply | Deadline : Oct 7 

21.  Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship (SAJP) 2026-2027.

The Chevening South Asia Journalism Fellowship (SAJP) is aimed at mid-career journalists from South Asian countries including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives. The fellowship is hosted by the University of Westminster. This fellowship is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Click here to apply | Deadline : Oct 7 

22. Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship 2026-2027. 

The Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship is aimed at mid-career professionals with demonstrable leadership potential in the field of cyber security or cyber policy in the Western Balkans.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Oct 7

23. Chevening Research, Science, and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (CRISP) 2026-2027. 

The Chevening Research, Science and Innovation Leadership Fellowship (CRISP) is aimed at mid-career professionals with very high potential in the fields of science, innovation, and business from India and Sri Lanka. The fellowship is hosted by St. Cross College, University of Oxford. The programme is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office.
Click here to apply | Deadline: Oct 7

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