2026/27 Hyundai Motor Group Postgraduate Scholarship at SOAS University of London

Location: UK

Program: Postgraduate Degrees (Masters and PhD)

Eligibility: African Nationals Ordinarily Resident in Africa

Duration: 1–4 years

Deadline: April 25, 2026

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The 2026/27 Hyundai Motor Group Scholarships at SOAS University of London are designed to nurture talent from Africa and cultivate the next generation of experts committed to sustainable development across the African continent. Offered in partnership between Hyundai Motor Group and SOAS, five scholarships are available for the 2026/27 academic year — four for Masters Students and one for a research degree student. These scholarships aim to empower outstanding African students to find solutions to global challenges, while building lasting networks through seminars, alumni engagement, and a Junior Internship Programme at SOAS.

SOAS University of London is the world’s leading institution for the study of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Based in central London, SOAS is internationally renowned for its unique focus on the cultures, languages, politics, law, and economies of the developing world. With a diverse and globally connected student community, SOAS provides an unrivalled academic environment for students seeking to make a meaningful impact on some of the most pressing challenges facing the world today.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:

Masters award valued at £27,730, from which full tuition fees will be paid — any remaining balance after tuition will be provided as a living stipend
PhD award covering full tuition fees for three years of full-time study plus a writing-up year, and an annual stipend of £22,780 paid in termly instalments
Invitation to participate in networking events and seminars hosted by Hyundai Motor Group during and after studies
Access to a long-term alumni collaboration model connecting scholars with Hyundai Motor Group beyond graduation
Opportunity to apply for the Junior Internship Programme at SOAS (for Masters students)
Opportunity to study at the world’s leading university for the study of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East
Other benefits

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:

Must be an African national who is ordinarily resident in Africa
Must be an international fee-paying applicant only
Must be applying for a new admission for a programme starting in the 2026/27 academic year — existing students are not eligible
For the Masters scholarship: must possess or expect to be awarded an international equivalent to a first-class honours degree from a UK university; applicants with a 2:1 may apply but will not be given preference
For the MPhil/PhD scholarship: must possess or expect to be awarded an international equivalent to a Masters degree with distinction from a UK university; applicants with a merit may apply but will not be given preference
Must have applied to SOAS, though a formal offer is not required by the scholarship deadline — however, an unconditional offer must be in place by the time the selection panel convenes
Must meet the English language condition of their offer of admission to SOAS, if applicable
Part-time courses and two-year Masters programmes are not eligible
This scholarship does not cover funding for pre-sessional courses

Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements

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Selection Criteria

Qualified students for the 2026/27 Hyundai Motor Group Scholarship will be selected based on academic merit alongside an assessment of how their chosen subject of study aligns with the vision of sustainable African transformation and growth. The selection panel will review all aspects of the admissions application including degree results, personal statement, references, and transcripts, with preference given to applicants from the College of Development Studies, Economics and Finance and the College of Law, Anthropology and Politics.