The Fully Funded University of Oxford Nigerian Scholarship in UK is available for Nigerians. The candidates will get to spend the year at one of the world’s top universities, gaining knowledge from outstanding academic faculty and expert practitioners and interacting with other future public sector leaders from around the world. After completing their degrees, scholars return to their countries and use their learnings to bolster policymaking, support reforms, and contribute to their nation’s development.

The benefits of the Fully Funded University of Oxford Nigerian Scholarship in UK are:

1. Financial Support • Funding will be provided for tuition, living expenses, and a stipend for a summer project.

2. Coaching and Mentoring • Extensive coaching and mentoring will be offered to help scholars navigate their time at Oxford and make the most of the experience.

3. Career Development • AIG Scholars will receive full support to map out their career development paths and access opportunities that are aligned with their areas of interest and that leverage the knowledge gained at Oxford. 

The eligibility criteria for the Fully Funded University of Oxford Nigerian Scholarship in UK are stated below:

1. Be a Nigerian currently working in the public sector (Ministries, Departments, Agencies & Parastatals) at either Federal or State levels

2. Aged between 25 and 45 years

3. Have a minimum of seven (7) years (combined private & public sector) work experience

4. Have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second-class upper qualification

Additional Information

1. Due to high volumes of applications, only applicants shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process will be contacted, and any inquiries regarding individual application status will not be responded to.

2. Only applications submitted via the online application portal will be considered.

3. Candidates who emerge as finalists in the selection process will be required to apply directly to the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, for admission. Full support will be provided throughout the application process. Finalists offered admission to the Master of Public Policy will be considered for the AIG Scholarship.