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The Beacon Scholarship at Cardiff University (2027/28)

Cardiff University, United Kingdom

Scholarship overview

Cardiff University is a partner university of The Beacon Scholarship scheme for undergraduate courses. The programme gives financially disadvantaged students from Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia access to 3-4 year undergraduate study (excluding medicine).

The programme includes leadership training and development, an away and home country mentor network, and a goal-setting performance management system.

Award Information

  • Normal residence in Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda or Zambia.
  • Leadership capabilities: academic excellence; achievement in sport, music or drama; social influence and communication; citizenship.
  • Capacity to study independently overseas.
  • Financial need: annual gross household income not exceeding GBP 80,000 (US$100,000).
  • Aged 18-21.
  • Commitment to return to the home country within one month of degree completion.
  • Must already hold an offer from Cardiff University.
  • 3-4 year undergraduate course, excluding medicine.
  • Tuition and maintenance fees are split three ways: one third from the university partner, one third from Beacon and one third from the scholar's parents, sponsor or guardians.
  • Applications for 2027/28 close on 10 February 2027.
  1. Obtain an offer to study at Cardiff University.
  2. Apply through The Beacon Scholarship website before 10 February 2027.

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