Edinburgh Napier University West Africa Scholarships 2025

The West Africa Scholarship by Edinburgh Napier University is a valuable funding opportunity designed to support self-funding students from select West African countries. Aimed at both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants, the scholarship offers partial financial assistance ranging from £1,000 to £2,000 per academic year. Eligible students from countries including Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, and others can benefit from this award, which is automatically granted on a first-come, first-served basis after the deposit payment is made. This initiative is part of the university’s commitment to making quality education more accessible to talented individuals across the West African region.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirments
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Value£1,000 - £8,000
• Study LevelMasters , Undergraduate
• SponsorEdinburgh Napier University
• City to studyEdinburgh
• School to studyEdinburgh Napier University
• Eligible CountryBenin , Cameroon , Cote d'Ivoire , Ghana , Nigeria , Senegal , Togo

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Benefits

Partial scholarships worth between £1,000 and £8,000

Requirements

To be eligible for this award, you must be:

• domiciled in Benin, Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal and Togo at the time of application. 
• self-funding your course.
• meet the entry criteria for a bachelors or taught masters course in September 2025 and January 2026.
• successfully progressing to each year of study to claim the award as an undergraduate student (up-to a maximum award of £8,000).

Application Deadline

How To Apply

1. Apply for Admission
   First, apply for an eligible undergraduate or taught postgraduate course starting in September 2025 or January 2026 at Edinburgh Napier University.

2. Meet Eligibility Requirements
   Ensure you:

   • Are domiciled in Benin, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, or Togo at the time of application.

   • Are self-funding your studies (not sponsored or receiving another scholarship).

   • Meet all entry requirements for your chosen course.

3. Pay Your Tuition Deposit
   Once you receive an offer, pay your tuition fee deposit to secure your place.

4. Email the University
   After paying your deposit, email [email protected] to confirm your interest in being considered for the West Africa Scholarship.

5. Automatic Award (First-Come, First-Served)
   Scholarships are awarded automatically to eligible students who apply early and complete the steps above. Due to limited availability, apply and pay your deposit as soon as possible to increase your chances.

Note:

• MRes programmes are not eligible.

• You will not be eligible if you already receive a tuition discount from a partner university or hold another scholarship.

• The scholarship amount will be included in your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) for your UK student visa application.

For more details, visit Edinburgh Napier University Scholarship webpage