Program Overview

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh is a comprehensive initiative that aims to nurture a community of skilled, entrepreneurial, and justice-oriented climate leaders from across Africa. From 2023 to 2030, the program will offer 850 postgraduate scholarships for African students.

Program Overview

The program is a result of the partnership between the University of Edinburgh and the Mastercard Foundation, which has been in place since 2016. The initiative focuses on creating a sustainable future by empowering African students to become climate leaders.

Scholarship Details

• The program will offer 850 postgraduate scholarships for African students from 2023 to 2030.
• The scholarships will be available for students studying in various schools at the University of Edinburgh.
• The program aims to create a community of skilled, entrepreneurial, and justice-oriented climate leaders from across Africa.

Program Structure

• The program is divided into two phases, with the second phase running from 2023 to 2030.
• The program includes various initiatives, such as the Wits-Edinburgh Sustainable Africa Futures Doctoral Programme and the Digital Education Practitioner Networks in sub-Saharan Africa.

Impact Report

• The first phase of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program benefited 240 scholars from 26 African countries.
• The scholars studied in 13 schools at the University of Edinburgh.
• The program has had a significant impact on the scholars and the community, with various success stories and achievements.

Program Values

• The program is guided by the values of the University of Edinburgh and the Mastercard Foundation.
• The values include a commitment to creating a sustainable future, empowering African students, and promoting social justice.

Research Areas

• The program focuses on various research areas, including climate leadership, sustainable development, and digital education.
• The program aims to create a community of scholars who are equipped to address the complex challenges facing Africa and the world.