Apply Now: International Scholarships Programme (Mauritania)

Deadline: 06-Oct-26

The International Scholarships Programme invites applications from future leaders in Mauritania to pursue a fully funded one-year master’s degree in the United Kingdom. The programme supports talented individuals who aim to develop their knowledge and skills in the UK and use their experience to contribute to positive development in Mauritania. The programme also aims to foster lasting relationships between the UK and future leaders from eligible countries by supporting individuals who are committed to returning home and contributing to their country’s development.

About the International Scholarships Programme

The International Scholarships Programme is designed for future leaders from Chevening-eligible countries, including Mauritania. The programme provides an opportunity for selected scholars to pursue postgraduate study in the UK while developing professional networks and gaining knowledge that can support positive change in their home countries. Scholars are expected to return to their home country after their studies and use their experience to contribute to its development. What Does the Scholarship Cover? The programme provides full financial support for a one-year master’s degree in the UK.

The scholarship covers:

- Full tuition fees. - A monthly living allowance. - Return airfare to the UK. - Additional grants for essential expenditure. This comprehensive financial support is intended to help successful applicants focus on their master’s studies and professional development. Who Can Apply? Applicants from Mauritania must meet the programme’s academic, professional, citizenship, and post-study requirements.

Applicants must:

- Be citizens of Mauritania. - Hold an undergraduate degree. - Have at least two years of work experience. - Apply to three different eligible UK university courses. - Receive an unconditional offer from at least one eligible UK university course by the specified deadline. - Commit to returning to Mauritania for at least two years after the scholarship ends. Applicants must also satisfy all additional eligibility requirements and must not fall under the programme’s ineligibility criteria. Work Experience Requirement Candidates must have at least two years of work experience. Professional experience is an important part of the programme’s focus on developing future leaders who can use their education and professional networks to contribute to their home country’s development. Academic Requirement Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree. The qualification must support their eligibility for admission to a master’s programme at a UK university. Candidates should also ensure that they meet the academic requirements of the individual UK courses they select. UK University Application Requirement Candidates must apply to three different eligible UK university courses. Applicants must receive an unconditional offer from at least one of these courses by the specified deadline. Applicants should therefore plan their university applications carefully and ensure that each selected course meets the programme’s eligibility requirements. Commitment to Return to Mauritania Successful scholars are expected to return to Mauritania after completing their studies. Applicants must commit to returning to Mauritania for at least two years after the scholarship ends. This requirement reflects the programme’s goal of ensuring that scholars use the knowledge, skills, and networks developed during their UK studies to contribute to positive change and development in their home country. Who Is Not Eligible? Certain individuals are excluded from the International Scholarships Programme.

Ineligible applicants include:

- Individuals with British citizenship. - Individuals who have previously studied in the UK on a government-funded scholarship. - Individuals employed by certain UK government entities. Applicants should carefully review the full eligibility and ineligibility requirements before submitting an application. Building UK-Mauritania Relationships The programme aims to create lasting positive relationships between the UK and future leaders from Chevening-eligible countries. For Mauritanian scholars, studying in the UK provides an opportunity to develop international academic and professional connections while gaining knowledge that can later be applied in Mauritania. The programme’s return requirement further supports its focus on long-term impact in scholars’ home countries. Why This Scholarship Matters A fully funded master’s degree can help professionals develop advanced knowledge, strengthen their professional capabilities, and build international networks. The International Scholarships Programme combines these opportunities with financial support and a commitment to returning home. This approach allows scholars to gain international experience while preparing to contribute to development and positive change in Mauritania. Key Facts About the International Scholarships Programme

- Programme: International Scholarships Programme

- Target applicants: Future leaders from Mauritania

- Eligible country: Mauritania

- Study destination: United Kingdom

- Degree: Master’s degree

- Duration: One year

- Funding: Fully funded

- Tuition: Fully covered

- Living support: Monthly living allowance

- Travel support: Return airfare to the UK

- Additional support: Grants for essential expenditure

- Academic requirement: Undergraduate degree

- Work experience: At least two years

- UK applications: Three different eligible university courses

- Offer requirement: Unconditional offer from at least one eligible course by the specified deadline

- Return requirement: At least two years in Mauritania after the scholarship ends

- British citizens: Not eligible

- Previous UK government-funded scholarship recipients: Not eligible

- Certain UK government employees: Not eligible

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