Gabriel Aitonje Memorial Scholarship at University of Exeter 2025

Established in memory of Gabriel Aitonje, a dedicated humanitarian and Exeter Politics & International Relations alumnus, this scholarship aims to support students from underrepresented backgrounds to access postgraduate education. Gabriel's legacy of kindness, activism, and social justice lives on through this opportunity for students passionate about making a positive impact.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: August 31, 2025
2. Study Level: Masters
3. Sponsor: University of Exeter
4. City of Study: London
5. School to Study: University of Exeter
6. Course to Study: International Development, International Relations, Public Policy, Social Science, Social Data Science, Conflict, Security and Development, Social & Political Theory
7. Eligible Country: United Kingdom

Eligibility Criteria for Gabriel Aitonje Memorial Scholarship at University of Exeter 2025

1. Must be from a Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background
2. Must be assessed as a Home student
3. Must hold an offer for one of the eligible MA/MSc/MRes courses
4. Preference given to applicants from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds and/or those with a disability
5. Must be willing to provide a brief graduate profile after program completion

Selection Process

Selection will be based on:

1. Alignment with Gabriel Aitonje’s values
2. Demonstrated need and potential for impact
3. Strength of a 300-word personal statement addressing eligibility and motivation

Application Documents

1. Online application form
2. 300-word statement on why you’re the best recipient
3. Include a reference to your personal background, values, and goals

Benefits of Gabriel Aitonje Memorial Scholarship at University of Exeter 2025

1. Full tuition fee waiver (Home fee rate) for 1 academic year

How to Apply

To apply, you will need to complete an online application form here including uploading a statement of no more than 300 words detailing why you would be the best recipient of this scholarship, relating your reasons back to the eligibility criteria.

For more details, visit University of Exeter Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

August 31, 2025

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Gabriel Aitonje Memorial Scholarship at University of Exeter 2025