PhD Scholarships for International Students

The Embassy of France in Ghana is implementing the French Government Scholarship Programme, "France Excellence," among which are the "Séjours Scientifiques de Haut Niveau (SSHN, High-Level Scientific Stays)."

The Imperial College London is pleased to offer a number of Shawki Saad Scholarships to support sub-Saharan African students to study in any of its areas of research.

As part of its longstanding commitment to growing its population of excellent postgraduate researchers, the University is offering a number of Diamond Jubilee Research Scholarships. These awards will cover the full tuition fee for International and UK postgraduate research students, commencing study on 1 October 2025. The award will apply for each year of study, up to a maximum of 3 years for full-time study and 6 years for part-time study (please note that part-time study is only available for Home/RUK students).

The Konrad Adenauer Foundation (KAS) Scholarship 2025 offers a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue higher education in Germany. This prestigious program supports students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance, political interest, and social commitment. It aims to foster future leaders who can contribute positively to their home countries while promoting international understanding.

Amref International University (AMIU) in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, under the Learning for Life (L4L) programme, invites suitable candidates to apply for any of AMIU's three listed postgraduate degree Programmes at the institution’s School of Public Health.

The Australian National University RTP Scholarship provides funding to Universities to award scholarships to domestic and international students undertaking Higher Degree Research programs.

Applications are open for the Johnson Family Foundation Justice Fellowship 2025. JFF funds programs to improve the health of our environment, promote equality and social progress, and support education and youth.

Applications are open for the University of Auckland Centre for Asia Pacific Refugee Studies (CAPS) Non-Residential Fellowship 2025. The University of Auckland's Centre for Asia Pacific Refugee Studies (CAPRS) focuses on generating and amplifying rigorous scholarly research, particularly that which is led by those with lived experience of forcible displacement.

Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 SOAS University of London Hyundai Motor Group Scholarships. Hyundai Motor Group is offering five fully funded scholarships aimed at developing experts for sustainable development in Africa. This program fosters long-term collaboration and empowers African students to create meaningful change in their communities.

Scholarship recipients will engage in networking events, seminars, and academic activities supported by the Hyundai Motor Group, ensuring long-term career support beyond their studies.

University: University of Alberta

Degree Levels: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD

Scholarship Type: Fully Funded & Partial Funding

Eligible Nationalities: All nationalities

Host Country: Canada

Application Deadline: November 1, 2025