If you are a talented student from Zambia, Zimbabwe, or Malawi looking to pursue a master’s degree abroad, applications are now open for the prestigious Beit Trust Postgraduate Scholarships 2025. These fully funded scholarships offer an incredible opportunity to study at top universities in the UK and South Africa, covering tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs. Let's dig into details!
Beit Trust Postgraduate Scholarships Summary
Host Institutions: Partner universities in the UK and South Africa
Study Level: Master’s degree (taught programs)
Funding Type: Fully funded, including tuition, living stipend, and travel expenses
Scholarships Duration: One year (UK), two years (South Africa)
Application Deadline: February 7, 2025
Eligible Applicants: Nationals of Zambia, Zimbabwe, or Malawi
Scholarship Overview
The Beit Trust has a long-standing tradition of supporting outstanding students from Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi to undertake postgraduate studies that contribute to the development of their home countries. With a focus on developmental fields such as medicine, engineering, education, and conservation, these scholarships enable students to gain world-class education and bring valuable skills back home. Scholarships are jointly funded by the Beit Trust and the partner universities, allowing more students to benefit.
Participating Universities
The Beit Trust Postgraduate Scholarships offer awarded students the opportunity to pursue Master's degree education at the following universities.
In United Kingdom
University of Cambridge
University of Edinburgh
University of Glasgow
University of Leeds
University of Oxford
University of St Andrews (Only for Computer Science)
University of Strathclyde (Only for Engineering)
In South Africa
Rhodes University
Stellenbosch University
University of Cape Town
University of Pretoria
Scholarship Funding and Benefits
The Beit Trust Scholarship is a fully funded postgraduate scholarship that covers:
Tuition Fee: Full tuition fees and academic costs (paid directly to the university)
Monthly Stipend: A maintenance allowance for living expenses (adjusted annually)
Logistical allowances: Arrival and departure allowances
Study Materials: A laptop allowance
Airfare: Economy class flights to and from the place of study
Insurance: Medical insurance (for South African universities only)
ℹ️ The scholarship does not cover spouses or dependents.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Beit Trust Postgraduate Scholarships, applicants must:
Citizenship: Be nationals of Zambia, Zimbabwe, or Malawi and intend to return home after their studies
Academic Background: Have at least an upper second-class (Merit or Distinction) undergraduate degree
Experience: Have relevant professional work experience (at least 3 years preferred)
Admission: Have secured admission to one of the partner universities before applying
Study Field: Choose a course that aligns with the developmental needs of their home country
Potential: Show leadership potential and a commitment to community development
ℹ️ Additional Requirements for Medical and Veterinary Applicants
Must have completed 18 months of internship and,
At least one year of practice, preferably in rural areas
✖️ Ineligible Applicants
Those already pursuing a postgraduate degree
Those applying for an MBA
Applicants who do not meet the nationality requirements
Application Procedure
I). For Applicants applying for UK Universities, follow below steps:
Apply to one or more of the partner universities for admission
As long as the course/s you wish to pursue are available, you may apply to more than one Partner University at a time. This will increase your chances of acceptance, and to broaden the scholarship opportunities available.
Inform the university that you will be applying for a Beit Trust Scholarship
Once accepted, apply for the Beit Trust Scholarship via the official application portal
Submit supporting documents
Arrange for three reference letters (Academic, Employer, and Character references)
II). For Applicants applying for South African Universities
Since South African universities open applications after the Beit Trust deadline, applicants can apply for the scholarship first without an offer letter.
Instead of an admission letter, submit a PDF list of intended universities and courses.
If selected, you must secure admission before the scholarship is confirmed.
📂 Required Documents
Signed Medical Certificate (download from the Beit Trust website)
University admission letter (or list of intended universities for South Africa)
Undergraduate degree certificate and transcripts
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Personal statement (250 words) on how your studies will benefit your country
Recent photograph
Copy of valid passport
Selection Process
Applications are highly competitive, and only the most qualified candidates will be shortlisted for interviews.
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in their home country (Zambia, Zimbabwe, or Malawi) in April 2025.
Selection Criteria
Academic excellence
Work experience and leadership potential
Commitment to national development
Strength of personal statement and references
🗓️ Important Dates
Application Deadline: February 7, 2025
Interviews: April 2025
UK Scholarship Start Date: September 2025
South Africa Scholarship Start Date: January 2026
ℹ️ For more details, visit the official Beit Trust website.
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