Country: United Kingdom
University: University of Cambridge
Degree: Master's, PhD
Deadline: 2026-11-12
The UCA-Cambridge Scholarship Programme 2027/2028 is offered by the University of Central Asia (UCA) in partnership with the Cambridge Trust for postgraduate study at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom. The programme is part of UCA’s Central Asian Faculty Development Programme (CAFDP), which aims to develop regional scholars for careers in academia, research, teaching, and future contributions to UCA. The scholarship is available for Master’s and PhD studies, with priority given to strong PhD candidates. The scholarship covers University tuition fees, an annual stipend, the Immigration Health Surcharge, and visa costs subject to applicable terms and limits. Additional UCA support includes annual research allowance for PhD students, subject to applicable policies and funding availability, and travel expenses to and from the UK at the beginning and conclusion of studies. Eligible applicants include citizens of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan, while applicants from Afghanistan, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan will also be considered. Applicants must demonstrate excellent academic performance, strong English proficiency, and commitment to contributing to UCA after completing the programme. The UCA application deadline is November 12, 2026 at midnight GMT+6.
The programme develops future academics and researchers connected to UCA and Central Asia. Scholarship recipients receive a UCA mentor during their studies and are expected to remain engaged with UCA and contribute through teaching, research, or other agreed activities after completing their studies.
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