UK Scholarships for Ugandans 2026/2027 – Fully Funded PhD & Masters Programs

UK Government Scholarships for Ugandan Students – 2026/2027 Academic Year

About the Scholarships

Available Programs

PhD Programs (15 Slots)

• PhD in Anesthesiology – 3 slots
• PhD in Renewable Energy Engineering – 3 slots
• PhD in Cybersecurity and Forensics – 3 slots
• PhD in Waste Management and Pollution Control – 3 slots
• PhD in Disability Studies and Special Needs Education – 3 slots

Master’s Programs (20 Slots)

• Masters in Internal Medicine and Critical Care – 4 slots
• Masters in Manufacturing Engineering – 4 slots
• Masters in Software, Web Development & Mobile Applications – 4 slots
• Masters in Environmental Science and Climate Change – 3 slots
• Masters in Inclusive and Special Needs Education – 3 slots
• Masters in Tourism and Wildlife Conservation – 2 slots

Eligibility Criteria

PhD Applicants

• Must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field from a recognized university
• Must have a confirmed research supervisor from a UK university
• Foreign qualifications must be equated by the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Master’s Applicants

• Must hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.60
• Must have at least 2 years of work experience
• Foreign qualifications must be equated by NCHE

How to Apply

Department of Admissions, Scholarship and Student Affairs 3rd Floor, Wing A, Room 9 or 15 Legacy Towers, Kyadondo Road, Kampala Addressed to: The Secretary, Central Scholarships Committee, Ministry of Education and Sports

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: Monday, 1st September 2025 at 5:00 PM
• Shortlist Displayed: Wednesday, 10th September 2025 on the MoES website and Notice Boards at Legacy Towers

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