The 2025 Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships offer fully funded opportunities for international students from developing countries to pursue postgraduate studies at top UK universities. These prestigious scholarships cover full tuition fees and, in some cases, provide a generous stipend for living expenses. Partnering with institutions like the


University of Sheffield, SOAS University of London, and the University of East Anglia, this scholarship program supports students committed to global development and positive change. If you are passionate about advancing your education and making a difference, this could be your chance to study in the UK with full financial support.

Summary of Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships 2025

• Host: University of Sheffield
• Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Reward: Full Scholarship | £12,500 Maintenance Stipend
• Deadline: June 2, 2025

About Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships 2025

The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships 2025 are prestigious, fully funded scholarships designed to support students from developing countries pursuing master’s degrees at selected UK universities. The scholarships reflect the trust’s commitment to education, global development, and social progress by providing financial aid to outstanding students who demonstrate academic excellence and a strong desire to contribute to positive change in their communities.


Through partnerships with institutions such as the **University of Sheffield, SOAS University of London, and the University of East Anglia, the scholarship covers full tuition fees and, in some cases, offers a stipend for living expenses. The program primarily supports fields related to international development, human rights, global politics, and social sciences, aligning with the trust’s mission to promote education as a tool for sustainable development.


This scholarship offers a life-changing opportunity for students from low- and lower-middle-income countries to gain world-class education in the UK, empowering them to create meaningful impact in their home countries and beyond.

Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships Benefits

Each scholarship offers the following:

• A full tuition fee waiver
• A £12,500 Maintenance Stipend

Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships Eligibility

To qualify for the 2025 Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Nationality: Must be from a low- or lower-middle-income country (World Bank classification).
• Education: Hold a first-class or upper second-class bachelor's degree.
• Course: Have an offer for an eligible master’s program at University of Sheffield
• Funding: Must be self-funded (not receiving other full scholarships).
• Previous Study: Must not have studied in a high-income country.
• English Proficiency: Meet the university’s language requirements.

How to Apply for Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Scholarships

Interested and qualified applicants should apply for the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust Masters Scholarships by;

• Hold an offer for one of the postgraduate courses (listed above) starting at the University in September 2025. It may take up to 24 hours to be able to access the form after you have received your offer.
• Once you have received an offer, you will need to apply using your MUSE for offer holders login.
• The deadline to apply is 1pm (UK time) on Monday 2 June 2025.
• All eligible applicants who apply before the deadline will be contacted regarding the outcome of their application before Friday 18 July 2025.
• Click the button below to visit the scholarship webpage and begin your application.

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