The Aston University Ferguson Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity offering full funding of £22,500 to students from Africa and India for the 2025/26 academic year. This scholarship, supported by the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, aims to provide life-changing educational opportunities to talented students who might not otherwise be able to study in the UK.
If you’re interested in applying for this scholarship, read on for a full breakdown of the eligibility requirements, benefits, and application process.
Aston University Ferguson Scholarship Overview
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Eligibility: Students from all African countries and India
- Award: £22,500 towards tuition fees, plus an additional £6,000 for living expenses
- Program Level: Postgraduate (Master’s)
- Application Deadline: July 31, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, established in 1979, is dedicated to improving education, peace, and reducing poverty. Through this scholarship, they continue their mission of helping students from developing countries gain access to quality education in the UK.
Since its inception, the Trust has distributed nearly £60 million to support projects globally that align with these values.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Ferguson Scholarship, applicants must:
- Hold a conditional or unconditional offer for one of the eligible postgraduate courses at Aston University.
- Be a national of an African country or India.
- Have a 2:1 degree or equivalent in a relevant field for the program you are applying to.
- Submit a strong personal statement with your course application.
- Be a self-funded student (i.e., not receiving other scholarships or funding).
Scholarship Benefits
The Ferguson Scholarship covers:
- Full tuition fees (up to £22,500)
- £6,000 towards living expenses for the academic year
Eligible Courses
The Ferguson Scholarships are available to students applying for one of the following postgraduate taught programmes:
- MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences
- MSc Drug Delivery
- MSc Pharmacokinetics
- MSc Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine
- MSc Biotechnology
- MSc Psychology (Conversion programme)
- MSc Health Psychology
- MSc Neuroscience for Drug Discovery
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide
- Apply for your chosen course at Aston University. Visit the course webpage and click on ‘APPLY NOW’ for the appropriate program.
- Complete the scholarship application form on the scholarship page (after submitting your course application). You will need to include your application number (starting with 25).
- Submit your application by the deadline – July 31, 2025. Make sure to complete all steps before the final deadline.
- Wait for the decision. Successful candidates will be notified by email in July 2025.
To apply, CLICK HERE TO APPLY.
If you have any questions, please contact Bhavisha Koner at [email protected].
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