๐ŸŽ“ แŠจแŠฅแŠ•แŒแˆŠแ‹ แˆ€แŒˆแˆญ King’s College London แ‹จแˆฐแˆ‹แˆแฃ แ‹จแ‹ฐแˆ…แŠ•แАแ‰ต แŠฅแŠ“ แ‹จแˆแˆ›แ‰ต แˆ™แˆ‰ แ‹จแ‰ฐแ‹ฐแŒˆแ‰ แ‰ฐแ‰‹แˆ›แ‰ต โ€“ 2025/2026

The African Leadership Centre (ALC) at Kingโ€™s College London has opened applications for the 2025/2026 academic year for several highly competitive and prestigious fellowship programs in Peace, Security, and Development.

These are fully funded or partially funded opportunities designed to empower young African scholars and professionals passionate about leadership and social change.


๐ŸŒ 1. Fellowships for African Scholars in Peace, Security & Development (Fully Funded + Degree Awarding)

  • Location: Kingโ€™s College London, United Kingdom ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง
  • Program: MSc Global Leadership and Peacebuilding
  • Duration: 18 months
  • 12 months academic study at Kingโ€™s College
  • 6 months attachment at an African institution

โœ… Whatโ€™s Included:

  • โœ”๏ธ Full tuition fees
  • โœ”๏ธ Monthly living stipend (excl. visa fees)
  • โœ”๏ธ Roundtrip travel
  • โœ”๏ธ Mentorship and practical placement in Africa

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽ“ Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be a citizen of an African country
  • Be affiliated with an academic or research institution (preferred)
  • Must show commitment to leadership in peace, security, or development
  • Must meet admission requirements for the MSc program

๐Ÿ“… Important Dates:

  • Applications Open: Now
  • Deadline: May 18, 2025

๐Ÿ”— Apply Here:

โ†’ Application & Details


๐ŸŽ“ 2. Associate Fellowships Bursaries for African Students

This is a partially funded opportunity for African applicants to join the MSc Global Leadership & Peacebuilding program.

โœ… Whatโ€™s Included:

  • โœ”๏ธ 25% tuition fee reduction
  • โœ”๏ธ ยฃ5,000 contribution toward living costs
  • โœ”๏ธ Optional 6-month attachment at an African institution

๐Ÿ“Œ Eligibility:

  • Must be from an African country
  • Must apply for the full-time MSc Global Leadership and Peacebuilding program
  • Passionate about issues in peace, development, and leadership

๐Ÿ“… Deadline: May 18, 2025

๐Ÿ”— Apply Here:

โ†’ Fellowship Info Page


๐ŸŒ 3. Global South Bursaries (Partial Funding for Non-African Global South)

Aimed at students from developing countries outside Africa who apply to the same MSc program.

โœ… Benefits:

  • โœ”๏ธ 25% tuition fee waiver
  • โœ”๏ธ ยฃ5,000 stipend
  • โœ”๏ธ Professional development attachment or internship

๐Ÿ“Œ Eligibility:

  • Must be from the Global South
  • Must meet MSc program admission standards
  • Commitment to policy, leadership, or development work

๐Ÿ“… Deadline: May 18, 2025

๐Ÿ”— Apply Here:

โ†’ Application Portal


โœ๏ธ How to Apply (For All Fellowships)

  1. Apply for the MSc Global Leadership & Peacebuilding via the Kingโ€™s College London Admissions Portal.
  2. Submit a separate fellowship application through the ALC Nairobi Portal.
  3. Include a:
  • CV or Resume
  • Personal Statement
  • Two academic references
  • Degree transcripts and certificates
  • Passport copy

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip:

This program is extremely competitive, so:

  • Apply early
  • Write a compelling personal statement
  • Show real-world engagement or leadership in peace or development

๐Ÿ“ข Donโ€™t miss this incredible opportunity to grow as a global leader while studying at a top UK university โ€” all while fully funded!

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