Scholarship Overview

The Shawki Saad Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity designed specifically for sub-Saharan African students aspiring to pursue a PhD at Imperial College London. Covering the full cost of overseas tuition fees for three years, the scholarship also provides a maintenance stipend of £20,622 for 3.5 years, alongside travel costs including flight and visa fees for the successful applicant. This comprehensive package ensures that scholars can focus on their research without the burden of financial constraints.

Host Institution

Imperial College London, located in the heart of London, is a global top ten university with a world-class reputation in science, engineering, business, and medicine. As a hub of innovation and excellence, Imperial is the perfect environment for aspiring researchers keen on contributing to the advancement of global knowledge and solutions.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for the Shawki Saad Scholarship must:

  • Be sub-Saharan African students.
  • Hold a Bachelor's degree.
  • Apply to study a PhD program at Imperial College London.
  • Meet the PhD degree requirements at the college.

Scholarship Benefits

The Shawki Saad Scholarship offers:

  • Full coverage of overseas tuition fees for three years.
  • A maintenance stipend of £20,622 for 3.5 years.
  • Coverage of travel expenses, including flight and visa, for the successful applicant.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates should:

  1. Visit the scholarship application page by clicking on the provided link.
  2. Explore the faculty’s research page to find and contact a potential supervisor.
  3. Apply through Imperial College London’s online application portal, ensuring to submit your application only after securing sufficient interest from a potential academic supervisor.
  4. Be nominated for funding by your potential PhD supervisors by the deadline, May 24, 2024.