Africans willing to study in the United Kingdom can now apply for the University of Kent Burnett Scholarship.
The Burnett Scholarship presents a fully funded award that covers full tuition fees, a monthly stipend and travel expenses to and from the UK.
Fact About The University of Kent
- Conservation Excellence: The University of Kent’s DICE (Durrell Institute of Conservation and Ecology) is a world-leading research center for conservation science.
- Global Partnerships: Kent has partnerships with international organizations, such as the United Nations Environment Programme, to tackle global conservation challenges.
- Research Impact: The University of Kent’s conservation research has real-world impact, informing policy and practice globally.
- Interdisciplinary Approach: Kent’s Conservation Science program combines natural and social sciences to address complex conservation issues.
- Expert Faculty: The university’s faculty includes renowned conservation experts, providing students with valuable mentorship and networking opportunities.
- African Conservation Focus: The Burnett Scholarship highlights Kent’s commitment to supporting African conservation leaders and addressing regional conservation challenges.
- Scholarship Generosity: The Notsew Orm Sands Foundation’s generosity enables the university to offer fully funded scholarships to deserving African students.
- Career Opportunities: Graduates of Kent’s Conservation Science program go on to work with leading conservation organizations, governments, and NGOs worldwide.
- Alumni Network: The university’s global alumni network provides a lifelong connection to conservation professionals, researchers, and leaders.
- Real-World Application: Kent’s Conservation Science program emphasizes practical skills and real-world application, preparing students for successful careers in conservation.
Details For 2025 University of Kent Burnett Scholarship
The University of Kent is pleased to announce the inaugural Burnett Scholarship scheme for 2025/26 for the DICE Masters’ course for applicants from Africa’s KAZA region.
Through the generosity of the Notsew Orm Sands Foundation, the university will be offering up to six scholarships in 2025, and for the next two years.
The successful applicant will receive a fully funded studentship on our taught Masters’ course in Conservation Science.
Eligibility Requirements For 2025 University of Kent Burnett Scholarship
To be considered for the Burnett Scholarship, you must:
- Be nationals of, or have official refugee status in, Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia or Zimbabwe.
- Have at least two years of work experience in the conservation sector.
- Be in possession of a good undergraduate degree, with a minimum of a UK 2:1 or equivalent.
- Meet the UK Visas and Immigration specifications and University of Kent English language requirements.
Rewards For 2025 University of Kent Burnett Scholarship
- The Burnett Scholarship covers full tuition fees, a monthly stipend and travel expenses to and from the UK.
- The scholarship is for the Taught Master’s course offered at DICE in Conservation Science starting in September 2024.
How To Apply For 2025 University of Kent Burnett Scholarship
To apply for the University of Kent Burnett Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants should follow the procedures below;
- click on the button below to visit the official webpage
- forward your required documents to dicescholarship@kent.ac.uk by 2 March 2025.