Applications are open for the MSc in African Studies programme for the 2026/27 academic year, offering strong scholarship opportunities for eligible students.
About the Programme
The MSc in African Studies is a one-year, full-time postgraduate course that takes an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on history, politics, anthropology, gender studies and media studies to explore the African continent. Students undertake taught modules followed by an independent research dissertation on a topic related to Africa.
Scholarship Opportunities
Applicants to this programme may automatically be considered for a wide range of graduate scholarships, including those linked to the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx). Specific awards include the AfOx Duncan Scholarship in Sustainable Development (for students from southern Africa), the AfOx Corpus Christi African Studies Scholarship (for female African students), and the Oppenheimer Fund Scholarships for candidates who studied at a South African university. In many cases, no separate scholarship application is required; admission to the course may trigger automatic consideration for funding.
Eligibility & Key Deadlines
To apply for the MSc, you must meet the University’s graduate admission requirements for the 2026/27 entry. The primary deadlines are Friday 14 November 2025 and Tuesday 27 January 2026. Having an offer to study is often required for scholarship consideration.
How to Apply
Visit the University of Oxford’s website for the MSc in African Studies and register your graduate application through the online portal.
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Use the University’s Fees, Funding and Scholarship Search tool to explore which scholarships you are eligible for and to view additional funding opportunities.
This presents an excellent opportunity for those wishing to deepen their understanding of Africa through a rigorous academic programme, while being supported by substantial scholarship funding.
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