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The Hoogenboom Scholarship programme will provide 30 (6 per year for 5 years) of the brightest female students from selected countries in Africa with a full scholarship to undertake a master’s degree focused on one of the key topics shaping our world today within the subject area of environmental sustainability and planetary health.
Hosted at the internationally renowned Lyell Centre at Heriot-Watt University, this scholarship offers access to cutting-edge research and teaching in geosciences, marine systems, and environmental policy.
The scholarship is open to female offer holders on the following Masters Programmes:
• MSc Global Environmental Change and Policy
• MSc Sustainable Geoenergy
• MSc International Marine Science
Applicants will be judged on their previous academic record, financial need and commitment to becoming a leader in their field and impact upon their home country.
The Hoogenboom Scholarship programme will prioritise applications from outstanding female students who are nationals of Kenya, Zambia, South Africa, Botswana, and Malawi – countries selected for their strategic importance, regional diversity, and alignment with Scotland’s international development priorities.
To ensure academic excellence and institutional alignment, preference will be given to applicants who have completed their undergraduate studies at a university that is a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU). This criterion ensures that scholars come from institutions committed to high quality education, international collaboration, and sustainable development, and are well-prepared to thrive in the rigorous academic environment of Heriot-Watt University
We’re delighted to announce that Valery Salas has won this year’s QS ImpACT Women’s Scholarship and has commenced an MSc in Sustainability, Enterprise and the Environment degree at The University of Oxford, UK.
We catch up with a previous winner of a QS ImpACT scholarship from 2022, Shaan Kumar, to learn about how the scholarship made their study abroad dreams possible.
In a landmark partnership, the QS Scholarships platform merged with ImpACT charity organization in 2020, culminating in a synergy of resources that now manifests as QS ImpACT Scholarships.
What is the difference between institution-funded and QS ImpACT scholarships?
Institution-funded scholarships are exclusively backed by the institution itself. This implies that scholarship recipients need to secure acceptance for their studies at the said institution in order to qualify. It's essential to note that each scholarship comes with its own set of eligibility criteria and prerequisites. On the other hand, QS ImpACT Scholarships mark a collaborative effort between the ImpACT charity organization and QS. These scholarships present a unique advantage – they allow candidates to be considered regardless of the institution they choose for their studies, as long as they meet the appropriate study-level requirements. To delve deeper into the eligibility criteria associated with these scholarships, we invite you to explore the relevant scholarship details.
What if a scholarship is not exclusive?
It means that the scholarship is advertised on other platforms and websites as well, and so are available to a wider audience. You don’t need to attend one of our events (Discover Master's, Discover MBA, Connect Masters, Connect MBA, STEM, etc.) to apply (but we’d love to see you anyway).
Can I apply for more than one scholarship?
Yes, you can apply for as many scholarships as you wish. Just make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application process for each.
Who evaluates my application and who will announce the winner?
Scholarships by institutions are managed by the school, university or collage offering the scholarship and the winner will also be announced by them. QS ImpACT Scholarships are managed by us here at QS and we’ll announce the winner.
Heriot-Watt University
The Hoogenboom Scholarship
Exclusive Scholarship
All
Master’s
MBA
Executive MBA
Bachelor’s
PhD
Military
Other
Deadline:
2026-04-26
Value:
100% Tuition fee waiver
No. of Recipients:
6
Application criteria
Application requirements
Entry requirements
Useful Resources
Announced: QS Scholarship Winners
Find out who has been selected for the range of QS scholarships and those offered by partner institutions.
QS ImpACT Women’s Scholarship: 2024 winner
We’re delighted to announce that Valery Salas has won this year’s QS ImpACT Women’s Scholarship and has commenced an MSc in Sustainability, Enterprise and the Environment degree at The University of Oxford, UK.
Leading on sustainability thanks to a QS ImpACT scholarship
We catch up with a previous winner of a QS ImpACT scholarship from 2022, Shaan Kumar, to learn about how the scholarship made their study abroad dreams possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
In a landmark partnership, the QS Scholarships platform merged with ImpACT charity organization in 2020, culminating in a synergy of resources that now manifests as QS ImpACT Scholarships.
Institution-funded scholarships are exclusively backed by the institution itself. This implies that scholarship recipients need to secure acceptance for their studies at the said institution in order to qualify. It's essential to note that each scholarship comes with its own set of eligibility criteria and prerequisites. On the other hand, QS ImpACT Scholarships mark a collaborative effort between the ImpACT charity organization and QS. These scholarships present a unique advantage – they allow candidates to be considered regardless of the institution they choose for their studies, as long as they meet the appropriate study-level requirements. To delve deeper into the eligibility criteria associated with these scholarships, we invite you to explore the relevant scholarship details.
It means that the scholarship is advertised on other platforms and websites as well, and so are available to a wider audience. You don’t need to attend one of our events (Discover Master's, Discover MBA, Connect Masters, Connect MBA, STEM, etc.) to apply (but we’d love to see you anyway).
Yes, you can apply for as many scholarships as you wish. Just make sure that you meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application process for each.
Scholarships by institutions are managed by the school, university or collage offering the scholarship and the winner will also be announced by them. QS ImpACT Scholarships are managed by us here at QS and we’ll announce the winner.