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Postgraduate opportunities are advanced academic programs for individuals who have already completed an undergraduate degree and are seeking to specialize further, conduct groundbreaking research, or gain a competitive edge in their professional field. These opportunities are designed for ambitious graduates, early-career professionals, and lifelong learners aiming to achieve mastery in their chosen discipline.
Find a curated list of updated postgraduate opportunities from around the world here.
Applications for Commonwealth Master’s scholarships for the 2025/26 academic year are now open. The deadline for submitting an application is 16:00 BST (15:00 GMT) on 15 October2024. The scholarships are for study in the UK beginning in September/October 2025.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2024
The McDonnell International Scholars Academy Fellowship applications are open for Fall 2025. Prospective students seeking a qualified full-time graduate or professional degree at St. Louis Washington University are eligible for this fellowship.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Wits-TUB-UNILAG Urban Lab Scholarships Programme. This opportunity is open to both South African Citizens and Sub-Saharan Citizens!
Date Posted: 06 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship Program 2025/2026 to study in the United Kingdom. The Gates Cambridge Scholarship programme was established in October 2000 by a donation of US$210m from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge, which is the largest ever single donation to a UK university.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 US-MEPI Tomorrow’s Leaders Program. Sponsored by the Department of State’s U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), the Tomorrow’s Leaders Program offers undergraduate and graduate scholarships to exceptional students from socioeconomically underserved backgrounds who represent the cultural and geographic diversity of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 Women and Clean Energy in West Africa (WOCEWA) Scholarship and Green Jobs Program. The initiative will sponsor young women from West Africa to complete their master's programs.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 University of British Columbia Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC will provide 351 academically talented young people from Sub-Saharan Africa with access to quality and relevant university education at UBC. A
Date Posted: 30 Aug, 2024
KAUST—King Abdullah University of Science and Technology accepts fellowship applications from international students in Saudi Arabia. Students can apply to this program and earn the KAUST Fellowship.
Date Posted: 29 Aug, 2024
Are you a high-achieving student with a passion for technology and innovation? Do you aspire to study at one of the world’s leading technical universities? The Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships at Delft University of Technology offer a golden opportunity for international students to pursue their dreams. This prestigious scholarship program is to attract outstanding candidates from around the globe who wish to contribute to solving societal issues through technological advancements.
Date Posted: 29 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls 2024. The Scotland Pakistan Scholarships for Young Women and Girls funds graduate studies for Pakistani women in any HEC recognized university across Pakistan.
Date Posted: 28 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the VD Scholarship. Click here to learn more about this scholarship opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 ARES Belgian Government Masters and Continuing Education Scholarships. The ARES scholarships offer you the opportunity to follow a one-year advanced bachelor’s or master’s degree program or a 2-to-6-month continuing education program within a higher education institution of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation in Belgium.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif) PhD Scholarships 2024. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ACIAR Pacific Agriculture Scholarships, Support and Climate Resilience Program 2024. The Pacific Agriculture Scholarships and Support and Climate Resilience (PASS-CR) Program provides scholarships and support to postgraduate students in agriculture, forestry and fisheries at The University of the South Pacific (USP) and Fiji National University (FNU).
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 Bank of Tanzania Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Memorial Scholarship Fund for Master's degree programmes. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Yenching Academy 2025 Masters Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the African Development Bank-Japan Africa Dream Scholarship 2025. This scholarship is open to applicants from African Development Bank member countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries' development efforts who are applying to a graduate degree program in energy development and related disciplines.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the East-West Center Graduate Degree Fellowship. You can apply for this opportunity if you are a graduate student from or residing in Southeast Asia, South Asia, East Asia, the Pacific, and the United States.
Date Posted: 12 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Oxford-Orjiako Graduate Scholarship. This gift enables the establishment of a new, fully endowed MBA scholarship, open to students coming to the school from across the African continent.
Date Posted: 10 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the U.S.-Pacific Resilience and Adaptation Fellowship Program PhD Scholarship 2024. The U.S.-Pacific Resilience and Adaptation Fellowship Program is funded by the U.S. Department of State. The Program is designed to support the University of the South Pacific (USP) in its goal to develop the next generation of leaders to effectively tackle the challenges facing the South Pacific caused by climate change.
Date Posted: 09 Aug, 2024
1. What are Postgraduate Scholarships?
Postgraduate scholarships are financial awards designed to help students cover the costs associated with pursuing a master's or doctoral degree. These scholarships can be merit-based, need-based, or awarded for specific study or research areas.
2. How Can I Find Postgraduate Scholarships?
You can find postgraduate scholarships on reliable scholarship websites like ScholarshipBob.
3. When Should I Start Applying for Postgraduate Scholarships?
We recommend you start searching for and applying for postgraduate scholarships at least a year before you plan to begin your studies. Starting early gives you the best chance of securing funding.
4. Can I Apply for Multiple Postgraduate Scholarships?
Yes, you can apply for multiple postgraduate scholarships, and we recommend that you do so to increase your chances of receiving funding. However, ensure that you check if the scholarships you're applying for have any restrictions on holding multiple awards simultaneously.
5. Do Postgraduate Scholarships Cover Living Expenses?
Some postgraduate scholarships are comprehensive and cover not only tuition but also living expenses, including accommodation, travel, and study materials. However, others may only cover part of your tuition fees or provide a stipend for specific costs. Ensure that you review the details of each scholarship to understand what is covered.
6. Can I Apply for a Scholarship if I have Already Started my Postgraduate Studies?
Yes, some scholarships are available for students who have already begun their postgraduate studies. These scholarships may be designed to help students complete their degree or fund specific parts of their research.
7. Can I Defer my Postgraduate Scholarship if I Need to Take a Break From My Studies?
Deferring a postgraduate scholarship depends on the policies of the scholarship provider. Some scholarships may allow deferrals for valid reasons, such as health issues or other personal circumstances, while others may not. It's important to communicate with the scholarship provider as soon as possible if you foresee needing a deferral.