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🎓 General · Masters

Uganda Government Scholarship for Postgraduate Studies

Uganda Ministry of Education and Sports

🌍 Fully Funded Masters Various (bilateral agreements) Open to: Ugandan citizens

📋About this scholarship

The Uganda Government offers bilateral scholarships to Ugandan citizens for postgraduate study in partner countries including China, Russia, Cuba, India and others. Announced periodically.

👤Who should apply

Ugandan citizens with a good first degree from a recognised university. Usually requires recommendation from a government ministry or public sector employer.

📊Chances of success

★★★★★

Accessible Good success rate for qualified applicants. Pay attention to eligibility criteria and submit before the deadline.

🗺️How to apply — step by step

Monitor the Ministry of Education website and newspapers for annual announcements (usually March-May)

Pick up application forms from the Ministry offices on Parliamentary Avenue, Kampala

Have your degree certified by the Ministry of Education

Get a recommendation from your employer if you are a public servant

Submit completed application to the Ministry before the deadline

📁Required documents

Ugandan national ID

Degree certificate (certified)

Transcripts

Employer or ministry recommendation

Passport

Birth certificate

✍️How to write your motivation letter

For ministry scholarship motivation letters, keep language formal. Emphasise your service to Uganda and your plan to return. Mention any current government or public sector work as it gives you priority.

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