Application is now open for 2021 Mastercard scholarships at UBC, Canada.
International students who want to study in Canada, especially at University of British Columbia can leverage on this opportunity.
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Value of this award
Mastercard scholarship is fully funded and covers all expenses of studying at University of British Columbia.
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Can I know more about Mastercard scholarships?
i. This scholarship is provided by Mastercard Foundation.
ii. Mastercard scholarships are awarded to students of African origin to pursue masters degree at universities abroad.
iii. This scholarship is awarded for students to take a masters degree at University of British Columbia, Canada (Vancouver campus) starting 2021.
iv. Mastercard scholarships are awarded each year to students who ordinarily can’t afford a masters degree abroad.
Which programs are covered?
The following masters degree program offered by University of British Columbia are eligible for funding through the Mastercard scholarship.
Faculty of Forestry
- Master of Geomatics for Environmental Management (MGEM).
- Master of International Forestry (MIF).
- Master of Sustainable Forest Management (MSFM).
Faculty of Land and Food Systems
- Master of Food and Resource Economics (MFRE).
- Master of Land and Water Systems (MLWS)
- Master of Food Science (MFS).
Faculty of Science
- Master of Data Science.
Which Nationalities are eligible?
Mastercard scholarship is open to students from Africa.
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Who’s eligible?
To be considered for Mastercard scholarship at University of British Columbia, you must:
1. have completed a bachelor’s degree.
2. be applying for a master’s degree in one of the eligible programs above.
3. not already have a graduate or PhD degree.
4. be 35 years old or younger (i.e. born in 1985 or after).
5. be a citizen or a refugee of a Sub-Saharan African country.
6. have lived a significant part of your life in a Sub-Saharan African country.
7. be someone who requires a Canadian study permit (student visa) to study in Canada.
8. be able to show lack of financial means from family or other sources that you won’t be able to pursue a masters degree in your home country or any other country.
9. have achieved academic excellence under difficult circumstances and show leadership qualities or potential.
That is through engagement in activities in your current profession, university or community;
10. commit to returning to Africa in order to apply your training and skills to the betterment of others.
11. demonstrate an interest in and commitment to giving back to your home community in ways that enhance the economic growth and social development of Africa.
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How do I apply?
Follow the application procedure below.
- Apply for Mastercard scholarship.
- Apply for masters degree at UBC.
Both applications are online.
Deadline
The closing date for 2021 Mastercard scholarship is December 11, 2020. For full terms and conditions please refer to their website.
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