The Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship program, offered by the University of Nottingham in the UK is a fully funded prestigious scholarship that was founded in 2021 with the aim to  supports international students from Africa, South Asia, and selected Commonwealth countries who have been accepted to pursue a master’s degree program at the University of Nottingham with the aim to create positive changes in their home countries upon completion of their masters degree program. 

The Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship program is designed for international students from the list of selected countries with a vision for addressing key challenges across economic, environmental, structural, social, or political areas in their nations. This fully funded scholarship covers 50% or 100% of full-time master’s tuition fees.

The scholarship is available to students who demonstrate innovative ideas and a clear plan for contributing to their country’s development. As an applicant, you must hold an offer to study in eligible fields at the University of Nottingham and meet specific eligibility criteria. Below, you will find more details about this prestigious scholarship opportunity and hopefully, you meet the eligibility criteria.

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About the Fully Funded Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship   

• Country of Study: United Kingdom

• Level of Study: Master’s studies

• Institution: University of Nottingham

• Funding Type: Full or partial funding 

• Required Language: English

• Eligible Countries: International students from Africa, South Asia, and selected Commonwealth countries

• Application Status: Currently open (deadline April 16, 2025)

• Number of Awards: Varies each year

What the Fully Funded Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship Covers

• Full or partial coverage of tuition fees for one year masters study program.

Eligibility Criteria for the Fully Funded Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship Program 

• You must live in Africa, India, or one of the selected Commonwealth countries

• Applicants will be assessed mainly on how well they show a clear plan to develop a solution that tackles key economic, environmental, social, or political issues in their home country. Strong candidates will link this goal to what they’ll learn in their course and how it will help them.

• You must be classified as an international student for the purpose of tuition fees

• Must hold an offer to start a full-time master’s degree program (including MRes) for 2025/26 at the University of Nottingham in the Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Faculty of Science, or Faculty of Social Sciences

• Not currently a student or graduate of the University of Nottingham

• Must not have studied and been awarded an undergraduate or postgraduate degree outside of the home country.

• Not currently studying in the UK

The Developing Solutions scholarship program typically does not consider applications from individuals who:

1. Hold citizenship in a high-income or developed country, as this scholarship program is focused on supporting students from developing nations.

2. Have already received a full scholarship for their studies, since this scholarship program is aimed at those needing additional financial assistance.

3. Are currently studying or have studied outside of an eligible Developing Solutions country without special approval.

4. Are pursuing a course or field not covered by the program, as some fields may be excluded based on the program’s focus.

Eligible countries for the Fully Funded Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship 

Africa (all nations), Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Falkland Islands, Fiji, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kiribati, Malaysia, Maldives, Montserrat, Nauru, Nepal, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Pitcairn Islands, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, St Helena, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tristan da Cunha, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.

Required Documents for the Fully Funded Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship 

All applicants will be required to submit the following documents listed below:

1. Official transcripts from all previous academic institutions attended, demonstrating your academic qualifications.

2. Copies of any degree certificates that you have obtained.

3. A copy of your offer letter for a full-time master’s program (including MRes) at the University of Nottingham.

4. A current CV outlining your educational background, work experience, and any relevant skills or achievements.

5. A personal statement detailing your vision and plan for developing a solution to a specific challenge in your home country, as well as how your chosen program will help you achieve this.

6. Letters of recommendation or references from academic or professional contacts who can attest to your qualifications and suitability for the scholarship.

7. Proof of English language proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS scores, if applicable based on the requirements of your chosen program.

8. A copy of your passport or national identification document to verify your identity and nationality.

Note: Make sure to check the official scholarship application guidelines for any specific requirements or additional documents that may be needed.

Application Procedure for the Fully Funded Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship 

1. Visit the University of Nottingham’s website to search for eligible master’s courses and learn about the application process.

2. Apply for a full-time master’s program at the University of Nottingham for the 2025/26 academic year. Ensure you receive an offer of admission.

3. After receiving your admission offer, you can apply for the scholarship through the scholarships section of the NottinghamHub application system.

Official Scholarship Page