University of Birmingham 2023 Scholarship for MSc in Development Policy and Politics (with Mo Ibrahim Foundation Internship)

The scholarship is provided by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation and is for a two-year programme, with the successful candidate undertaking the full one-year MSc programme, as well as an integrated one-year internship. The internship enables the successful candidate to spend six months with IDD working on research with academics and the GSDRC and then six months with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in London working alongside the team on a variety of the Foundation’s initiatives that aim to “put governance at the centre of Africa’s development”. This includes participating in the Now Generation Forum, a new forum for African emerging leaders and young professionals as part of the Ibrahim Forum and the Ibrahim Governance Weekend.

The pathway for the Foundation scholarship comprises the following compulsory modules:

• International Development (20 credits)
• Development Policy and Politics (20 credits)
• Dissertation (60 credits). An in depth focus on a topic of particular interest, with support from a supervisor. This may involve overseas fieldwork in a country chosen by the candidate.

Choose on of the following modules:

• Governance and State-building (20 credits)
• Democracy, Dictatorship and Development (20 credits)

Optional modules (60 credits)

Choose from any module from across the School of Government. You may choose a module from another school or college with the agreement of the Programme Director.

• Table of Content
• About University of Birmingham
• Scholarship for MSc in Development Policy and Politics
• Aim and Benefits of Scholarship for MSc in Development Policy and Politics
• Requirements for Scholarship for MSc in Development Policy and Politics Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Birmingham

The University of Birmingham (informally Birmingham University) is a public research university located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, United Kingdom. It received its royal charter in 1900 as a successor to Queen's College, Birmingham (founded in 1828 as the Birmingham School of Medicine and Surgery) and Mason Science College (established in 1875 by Sir Josiah Mason), making it the first English civic or 'red brick' university to receive its own royal charter. It is a founding member of both the Russell Group of British research universities and the international network of research uni... continue reading

Scholarship for MSc in Development Policy and Politics

Aim and Benefits of Scholarship for MSc in Development Policy and Politics

The scholarship includes:

1. Full tuition fee
2. Air fare to and from the United Kingdom and visa
3. Monthly stipend of £950 for 18 months
4. Arrival allowance of £950

The remaining six months for the internship will be funded directly to the successful candidate by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.

Requirements for Scholarship for MSc in Development Policy and Politics Qualification

he entry requirements consist of:

• A first class Honours degree or equivalent from an approved university is essential.
• Applicants must be under 30 years of age at the time of applying.
• Good written and spoken English. For those whose first language is not English, evidence of this capacity is required. Applicants should reach at least level 6.5 in the IELTS or 580 /93 for TOEFL. Please check the University website for more information on English language requirements.
• Applicants must be African nationals domiciled (or permanent residents) in an African country. Preference will be given to scholarship candidates living in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Applications must be received through the University online application system, by 31 March 2023. In addition to the usual documents to be submitted, you must also upload a 500 word statement and CV. This statement should set out why you are the best candidate for the scholarship.

You must then send your application ID number to Debra Beard. Please include ‘Mo Ibrahim Scholarship’ in the subject line of the email. Please do not include any supporting documents in this email.  

For more details, visit University of Birmingham website.