From Africa to the World: Medical Scholarships for Tomorrow’s Global Leaders
Here’s a list of scholarships available to African students for pursuing medical courses at universities around the world:
- Commonwealth Scholarships
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- Region: UK, Commonwealth countries
- Eligibility: Citizens of Commonwealth countries, including many African nations.
- Programs: Master’s and PhD in medical and health sciences.
- Website: Commonwealth Scholarships
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- DAAD Scholarships
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- Region: Germany
- Eligibility: International students, including Africans, for postgraduate studies.
- Programs: Master’s, PhD in medical-related fields.
- Website: DAAD Scholarships
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- MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program
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- Region: USA, Canada, Africa
- Eligibility: African students with a strong academic record and leadership potential.
- Programs: Undergraduate and Graduate studies, including medical fields.
- Website: MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program
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- Chevening Scholarships
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- Region: UK
- Eligibility: International students, including Africans.
- Programs: Master’s degrees in various fields including medical sciences.
- Website: Chevening Scholarships
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- African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards for Scientific Excellence
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- Region: Africa
- Eligibility: African researchers and scholars in the medical field.
- Programs: PhD and post-doctoral research in health and medical sciences.
- Website: African Union Kwame Nkrumah Awards
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- Australia Awards Scholarships
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- Region: Australia
- Eligibility: International students, including Africans.
- Programs: Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies in health and medical sciences.
- Website: Australia Awards
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- Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) Scholarships
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- Region: Europe
- Eligibility: International students, including Africans.
- Programs: Joint Master’s programs, including public health and medical fields.
- Website: Erasmus Mundus
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- VLIR-UOS Scholarships
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- Region: Belgium
- Eligibility: Students from selected African countries.
- Programs: Master’s and training programs related to health and medicine.
- Website: VLIR-UOS Scholarships
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- New Zealand Aid Programme Scholarships
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- Region: New Zealand
- Eligibility: Students from developing countries, including Africa.
- Programs: Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies in health-related fields.
- Website: New Zealand Scholarships
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- The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) Scholarship
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- Region: Various countries
- Eligibility: Students from developing countries, including African nations.
- Programs: Master’s degree in any field related to development, including health and medicine.
- Website: OFID Scholarship
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- The Rhodes Scholarships for Africa
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- Region: UK (University of Oxford)
- Eligibility: Citizens of select African countries.
- Programs: Graduate studies in various disciplines, including medicine.
- Website: Rhodes Scholarships
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- Rotary Foundation Global Grant Scholarships
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- Region: Worldwide
- Eligibility: International students, including Africans
- Programs: Graduate-level coursework or research in areas including public health and medicine.
- Website: Rotary Global Grant
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- Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP)
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- Region: Sweden
- Eligibility: Students from selected countries, including several in Africa.
- Programs: Master’s degree in fields related to health and medicine.
- Website: Swedish Institute Scholarships
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- Amsterdam Merit Scholarships
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- Region: Netherlands
- Eligibility: Non-EU/EEA students, including Africans.
- Programs: Master’s programs in various fields, including medical sciences.
- Website: Amsterdam Merit Scholarships
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- Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
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- Region: Various countries
- Eligibility: Students from developing countries, including African nations.
- Programs: Master’s programs in key development areas, including health and medical fields.
- Website: World Bank Scholarships
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These scholarships offer various levels of support, ranging from partial to full funding, and cover diverse aspects of medical education, including tuition, living expenses, and research costs. Ensure to check specific eligibility criteria and application deadlines on the respective websites.
To Apply
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With Our strong network of global educational institutions and a deep understanding of the application process, Jakes Embassy Limited increases your chances of success, ensuring you receive the support and resources necessary to excel in your studies abroad.
