Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme 2027: Undergraduate, MPhil and PhD Scholarships in Mauritius
The Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme 2027 is now accepting applications from eligible African students interested in pursuing undergraduate, MPhil, MPhil/PhD and PhD studies in Mauritius. Funded by the Government of the Republic of Mauritius, the programme provides financial assistance towards tuition fees, living expenses and return airfare for successful applicants.
The scholarship offers an opportunity for talented African students to access higher education at public universities and higher education institutions in Mauritius while developing their academic knowledge, professional skills and research experience.
Applications are open to eligible citizens of African Union member states and African Commonwealth countries. Interested candidates should begin preparing their applications early because submissions must be processed through their respective national scholarship-nominating agencies.
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Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme 2027 Overview
The Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme (MASS) is an initiative of the Government of Mauritius, administered through the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research.
The programme aims to strengthen educational cooperation between Mauritius and other African countries by supporting students pursuing higher education.
For the 2027 academic intake, scholarships are available for the following programmes:
- Undergraduate Diploma programmes.
- National Diploma in Nursing.
- Undergraduate Degree programmes.
- Master of Philosophy (MPhil).
- Master of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy (MPhil/PhD).
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).
Successful applicants will study at participating public higher education institutions in Mauritius.
All programmes must be full-time and campus-based. Distance learning, part-time and blended programmes are not eligible.
Scholarship Location and Participating Institutions
The scholarship is tenable in Mauritius, an island country in the Indian Ocean.
Participating public higher education institutions include:
- University of Mauritius.
- University of Technology, Mauritius.
- Open University of Mauritius.
- Université des Mascareignes.
- Mauritius Institute of Education.
- Mahatma Gandhi Institute.
- Rabindranath Tagore Institute.
- Polytechnics Mauritius Ltd.
- Academy of Design and Innovation.
Applicants must identify a suitable programme and apply for admission to an eligible institution before submitting their scholarship applications.
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Salary, Financial Benefits and Scholarship Coverage
The Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme provides financial assistance to help successful students meet the costs of studying and living in Mauritius.
Although frequently advertised as a fully funded opportunity, the official guidelines specify funding limits, meaning students may need additional personal funds.
The benefits include:
- Tuition fees: Annual tuition and study-related costs covered up to MUR 100,000 for students from SADC countries and MUR 160,000 for students from non-SADC countries.
- Monthly living allowance: MUR 16,500 to contribute towards accommodation, food and other living expenses.
- Return airfare: Economy travel from the applicant’s home country to Mauritius and back after successful completion of studies.
- Healthcare: Access to free healthcare at public hospitals in Mauritius.
- Academic opportunities: Access to higher education, academic supervision and research facilities at participating institutions.
Students should note that costs exceeding the tuition funding limits, books, overseas fieldwork, repeat examinations and travel insurance are their responsibility. Accommodation arrangements must also be made with the relevant institution.
The monthly allowance is intended as partial support rather than a guarantee that all living expenses will be covered.
Scholarship Duration
The scholarship duration depends on the programme of study.
The maximum funding periods are:
- Undergraduate Diploma: Three years.
- National Diploma in Nursing: Three years and six months.
- Undergraduate Degree: Four years.
- MPhil: Two years, plus six months for thesis defence.
- MPhil/PhD: Three years for MPhil, plus six months for transfer, followed by the PhD period and thesis defence.
- PhD: Three years, plus six months for thesis defence.
The scholarship is renewable annually, subject to satisfactory academic progress and continued enrolment.
Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following general requirements:
- Be resident citizens of an active African Union member state or an African Commonwealth country.
- Meet the age requirements for their intended programme.
- Have applied for a full-time, on-campus programme at an eligible public institution in Mauritius.
- Meet the academic admission requirements of their chosen institution.
- Obtain endorsement from their country’s designated nominating agency.
Undergraduate applicants:
Candidates must be above 18 years and must not have reached their 26th birthday by 1 January 2028.
Diploma applicants generally require at least five O-Level credits, including English or acceptable evidence of English proficiency.
Undergraduate degree applicants generally need at least 21 A-Level points in three principal subjects or an equivalent overall average of 60%.
MPhil and PhD applicants:
Applicants must not have reached their 40th birthday by 1 January 2028.
MPhil applicants generally require a recognised undergraduate degree with at least an upper second-class qualification or equivalent GPA above 60%.
MPhil/PhD applicants require similar undergraduate qualifications, preferably alongside a Master’s degree.
PhD applicants must satisfy the doctoral admission requirements of their chosen institution.
Postgraduate research applicants must also identify a proposed supervisor, obtain written acceptance and submit an abridged research proposal.
How to Apply for the Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme 2027
The application process involves two important stages.
Step 1: Apply for admission
Identify an eligible public higher education institution in Mauritius and apply for a suitable full-time programme. Applicants should obtain an admission offer or proof of payment of the university application fee.
Step 2: Prepare scholarship documents
Complete the official Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Application Form and prepare the required supporting documents, including:
- Certified birth certificate.
- Academic certificates and transcripts.
- Passport biodata page, if available.
- Completed medical certificate.
- University admission offer or application fee receipt.
MPhil and PhD applicants must additionally provide a research proposal and written acceptance from their proposed supervisor.
Step 3: Submit through your national nominating agency
Submit the completed application and supporting documents to the authorised scholarship agency in your country of citizenship.
Applications sent directly to the Mauritian Ministry by individual applicants will not be accepted.
Application Deadline
The 2027 application deadlines for national nominating agencies to forward applications to Mauritius are:
- 17 March 2027: Soft copies of all application documents.
- 31 March 2027: Hard copies of all application documents.
Importantly, individual countries may establish earlier national deadlines. Applicants should contact their respective scholarship agencies immediately to confirm local submission dates.
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Official Application Link
Interested applicants can access the official application forms, eligibility guidelines, participating institutions and national nominating agency information through the Mauritius Ministry of Tertiary Education website:
Official Scholarship Website: https://tertiaryeducation.govmu.org/te/index.php/mass/
Applicants are encouraged to read the official 2027 guidelines carefully before applying.
Related Scholarship Opportunities
African students seeking international education funding can also explore other opportunities offered through public universities, government scholarship programmes and international postgraduate funding schemes.
Visit the official Mauritius scholarship portal regularly for updates on application documents, institutional admission requirements and future scholarship opportunities.
Final Thoughts
The Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme 2027 offers African students an opportunity to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate education in Mauritius with substantial financial assistance from the government.
With tuition support, a monthly living allowance, return airfare and access to public higher education institutions, the programme can help eligible candidates advance their academic and professional ambitions.
Interested students should start by securing admission to an eligible institution and contacting their national nominating agency to avoid missing the application deadline.
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