Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships At University of Oxford – UK 2020

The Application Window for the Africa Initiative for Governance (AIG) Scholarships, this scholarship is awarded to strong intellectual capability, outstanding academic achievements, leadership skills, and a passion to contribute to the development of Africa’s public sector.

Application Deadline: 15th October 2020

Offered Annually? Yes till 2022

Eligible Countries: Nigeria and Ghana

To Be Taken At (Country): Blavatnik School of Government (BSG), University of Oxford, UK

Eligible Field of Study: Master of Public Policy

Type: Masters

Number of Awards: 5

Value of Award: The AIG Scholarships are fully funded covering fees, accommodation, and living expenses, does not cover travel or visa expenses, however. 

Duration of Program: 1 year

Eligibility: 

• Applicants must be a citizen of Nigeria or Ghana
• Applicants must be between the ages of 25 and 35 years (must not be 36 years old by December 31, 2020)
• Applicants must have a first-class or second-class upper undergraduate degree with honours (or equivalent international qualifications), as a minimum, in any discipline. For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.7 out of 4.0
• Applicants must be preferably top 10% of graduating class (First, Second or Master’s Degree) – evidence to be provided
• Applicants must provide evidence of game-changing leadership and resultant impact
• Applicants must show skills and interests outside of academics (evidence to be provided)

Application Process: Click Here To Begin Application Process

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