Hyundai Motor Group Scholarships in UK

Hyundai Motor Group is offering five scholarships for African students to pursue master’s or PhD studies at SOAS University of London. This scholarship aims to support future leaders in Africa by providing full tuition coverage and a stipend. Master’s students will receive £27,730, while PhD students will have their tuition covered for up to four years with an annual stipend of £22,780.

The study award is open to African nationals who live in Africa and are classified as international fee-paying students. Applicants must be new students starting their studies in the 2025/26 academic year. Master’s applicants should have a first-class or strong upper-second-class degree, while PhD applicants should have a master’s degree with distinction.

SOAS University of London is a world-leading institution specializing in the study of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Founded in 1916, SOAS offers a unique academic environment with a strong focus on social justice, global development, and interdisciplinary research. The university is known for its expertise in languages, law, economics, politics, and anthropology, making it a hub for students and scholars interested in international affairs.
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Hyundai Motor Group Scholarships in UK Founded in 1836, University of London is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of London (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Privy Council, University of London is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: over-45,000 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of London offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 183 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to nationals of African countries who are ordinarily resident in Africa.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects:

  • The scholarship will be awarded for any full-time, one-year master’s degree or a full-time research degree programme at SOAS University of London.

  • Preference is given to students applying to the College of Development Studies, Economics and Finance, and the College of Law, Anthropology and Politics.

  • Part-time and two-year master’s courses are not eligible.

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be classified as an international fee-paying student.

  • Be a new applicant for the 2025/26 academic year.

  • For Master’s applicants: Hold (or expect to hold) an international equivalent of a UK first-class honours degree. Applicants with a 2:1 may apply but will not be given preference.

  • For PhD applicants: Hold (or expect to hold) an international equivalent of a UK master’s degree with distinction. Applicants with a merit may apply but will not be given preference.

  • Have applied to SOAS University of London before the scholarship deadline. However, receiving an offer of admission is not required at the time of application but must be secured before the selection panel meets.

  • Meet the English language proficiency requirements of SOAS (if applicable).

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Offered Benefits

  • Master’s students receive £27,730, covering tuition fees with any remaining balance provided as a stipend.

  • PhD students receive full tuition coverage for up to four years and an annual stipend of £22,780.

  • Scholarship recipients will have access to Hyundai Motor Group’s network, including exclusive seminars, networking events, and post-study alumni activities.

  • A Junior Internship Program for African master’s students at SOAS will also be available for scholars to apply.

Application Process

Step 1: Apply for admission to SOAS University of London.

  • For master’s degrees: Submit an application via Taught Masters applications.

  • For PhD programmes: Submit an application via the Doctoral School.

Step 2: Apply for the Hyundai Motor Group Scholarship by completing the online scholarship application form before 12:00pm (midday) UK time on 25 April 2025.

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