The Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) Scholarships

Brief Description

The Ocean Country Partnership Programme (OCPP) Scholarships, created by The Association of Commonwealth Universities, aim to support students from 17 coastal Commonwealth countries in their pursuit of higher education. This program seeks to foster sustainable development and promote conservation of ocean resources through education and research.

Host Institution(s)

The OCPP Scholarships are hosted by 12 universities in the UK and Africa, all of which are members of The Association of Commonwealth Universities.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is available for postgraduate study in any field related to ocean conservation and sustainable development, including marine science, oceanography, and environmental studies.

Number of Awards

The OCPP Scholarships offer a total of 19 awards annually, with 10 scholarships for Master’s degree programs and 9 scholarships for PhD programs.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to citizens of 17 coastal Commonwealth countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Belize, Dominica, Fiji, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Kenya, Mauritius, Pakistan, Saint Lucia, Sri Lanka, and Tanzania.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The OCPP Scholarships cover full tuition fees, return airfare to the UK, monthly stipend, and research expenses. The scholarship also provides a grant for research-related fieldwork and conferences.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be citizens of one of the 17 eligible countries and must hold a first or upper second-class honours Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
• They must also have admission or a formal offer to study a Master’s or PhD program at one of the 12 participating universities.

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Application Instructions

Candidates must apply directly to the participating university of their choice. The application process may differ for each institution, so applicants are advised to check the specific requirements and deadline of their chosen university. The application must include a research proposal, academic transcripts, and two letters of reference.

Official Website

Interested applicants can find more information and the official application forms on The Association of Commonwealth Universities website.