University of Dundee Vice Chancellor's Africa Scholarship 2026 - £6,500 PG & Up to £22,500 UG[Automatic]

University of Dundee - Vice Chancellor's Africa Scholarship 2026 [£6,500 to £22,500]

Amazing opportunity for African students! The University of Dundee, Scotland, UK is offering its prestigious Vice Chancellor's Africa Scholarship for students starting on 21 September 2026.

This scholarship is exclusively for students domiciled in Africa with International fee status. The value is £6,500 for Postgraduate and up to £22,500 for Undergraduate (over duration of degree). No separate application is needed!

Official Source: dundee.ac.uk/scholarships

Quick Overview

Feature	Details
University	University of Dundee, Scotland, UK
Scholarship Name	Vice Chancellor's Africa Scholarship September 2026
Level	Undergraduate & Postgraduate Taught
Amount PG	£6,500 (Entry Year)
Amount UG	£6,500 in Entry Year + £4,000 per year after = Up to £22,500 for 5 years
Start Date	21 September 2026
Fee Status	International Fee Status Only
Mode	Full-time, On-Campus Only
Application Needed?	NO - Automatic Assessment

Scholarship Value Breakdown

The university has 2 versions of this scholarship:

1. For Undergraduate (Bachelors) Students:
Value is £6,500 in the entry year and £4,000 for any subsequent year of study for up to 5 years, up to a maximum of £22,500.

Example:

·         3-year degree: £6,500 + £4,000 + £4,000 = £14,500 total

·         4-year degree (Scottish degree): £6,500 + £4,000 + £4,000 + £4,000 = £18,500 total

·         5-year degree (e.g., Architecture): Maximum £22,500

2. For Postgraduate (Masters) Students:
Fixed value of £6,500 for the entry year only (1-year Masters).

This is awarded as a tuition fee reduction.

Who Can Apply? - Eligibility Criteria

1. Domicile / Residence: You must be domiciled/resident in Africa. The scholarship is for Africa region only.

2. Offer Holder:

·         Undergraduate: Hold an offer for an eligible Undergraduate programme at University of Dundee. Must be full-time, on-campus programme (excludes Medicine and Dentistry). Programme fee must be £21,800 or above.

·         Postgraduate Taught: Hold an offer for an eligible Postgraduate Taught (Masters) programme in any academic School. Must be full-time, on-campus. Programme fee must be £22,250 or above.

3. Fee Status: You must hold International Fee Status as determined by University of Dundee (confirmed in your offer letter).

4. International College Dundee (ICD): Students progressing from ICD are also eligible if they meet criteria. Scholarship will be applied upon progression to University of Dundee.

5. Course Exclusions: Medicine and Dentistry are excluded. Please check Key Facts document for other exclusions.

How to Apply? - Automatic Process

There is no separate application required for this scholarship.

"The University Admissions Team will automatically review the information you have provided to confirm your eligibility for the award."

Step-by-Step:

1.    Apply for an eligible full-time on-campus Undergraduate or Postgraduate course for September 2026 intake at University of Dundee.

2.    Receive your offer letter with International fee status.

3.    If you are from Africa and meet fee requirements (£21,800+ for UG, £22,250+ for PG), you will be automatically considered.

4.    If successful, scholarship amount will be deducted from your tuition fees.

Important Documents to Read

Before applying, carefully read the official Vice-Chancellor's Key Facts and Terms & Conditions 2026-27 documents available on dundee.ac.uk. They contain details about eligible courses, exclusions, and renewal criteria.

Why University of Dundee?

·         Ranked Top 300 in QS World Rankings

·         Located in Dundee, Scotland - one of UK's most affordable and student-friendly cities

·         Global excellence in Life Sciences, Medicine, Engineering, Business

·         Automatic scholarship - no essay, no interview

·         Part of Scotland's best student experience

 

Q1: How much is University of Dundee Vice Chancellor's Africa Scholarship 2026?
£6,500 for Postgraduate Masters and up to £22,500 for Undergraduate (£6,500 first year + £4,000 each year after).

Q2: Who can apply for Dundee Africa Scholarship?
Students domiciled in Africa with International fee status and an offer for full-time on-campus course starting 21 September 2026.

Q3: Is there an application form for Dundee Africa Scholarship?
No, there is no separate application. University automatically assesses all African offer holders.

Q4: What is the start date for University of Dundee scholarship?
21 September 2026 for September 2026 intake.

Q5: Does Dundee Africa scholarship cover Medicine?
No, Medicine and Dentistry programmes are excluded.