Eligible countries: Africa (all nations), India, Selected Commonwealth Countries
Fields of study: Engineering, Medicine & Health Sciences, Science, Social Sciences
The Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship is the University of Nottingham's flagship scholarship program for international students from Africa, India, and selected Commonwealth countries. Founded in 2001, it is designed for students who want to make a difference in the development of their home country. The scholarship covers either 50% or 100% of full-time Master's tuition fees for one year.
Benefits
100% Tuition Fee Waiver (for top applicants)
50% Tuition Fee Waiver (for other successful applicants)
Eligibility
Must be domiciled in Africa, India, or one of the selected Commonwealth countries
Must be classified as an overseas student for fee purposes
Must hold an offer to start a full-time masters (including MRes) at the University of Nottingham UK in 2026
Must not be a current student or graduate of the University of Nottingham
Must not have previously studied outside of your home country
Requirements
Admission Offer for a Master's program
Scholarship Application via NottinghamHub
Strong answers to scholarship questions about development impact
Required Documents
Scholarship Application Form (online)
Personal Statement (integrated into form)
Programs of Study
All full-time Masters courses (including MRes) within eligible faculties
Application Process
Apply for a full-time Master's degree at the University of Nottingham
Receive an offer of study (conditional or unconditional)
Log in to the 'NottinghamHub' application system
Go to the 'Scholarships' section and submit the Developing Solutions application
How to Apply
Apply for your course first—you must have an offer to be eligible
Focus your scholarship application answers on how your study will help you contribute to the development of your home country
Submit before the April 15 deadline
Selection Process
Assessment of academic merit
Evaluation of the personal statement regarding development impact
Prioritization of answers demonstrating specific and realistic development goals