The Burnett Scholarship scheme was launched in 2024 for the DICE Masters' course for applicants from Africa's KAZA region.
Applications are now open for the 2026/7 Burnett Scholarship.
Through the generosity of the Notsew Orm Sands Foundation, we have offered six scholarships in both 2024 and 2025, and will be doing so again this year for the 2026-27 cohort. The successful applicants receive a fully funded studentship on our taught Master's course in Conservation Science.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be nationals of, or have official refugee status in, Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia or Zimbabwe.
- Have at least two years of work experience in the conservation sector.
- Be in possession of a good undergraduate degree, with a minimum of a UK 2:1 or equivalent.
- Meet the UK Visas and Immigration specifications and University of Kent English language requirements.
Scholarship details
The Scholarship covers full tuition fees, a monthly stipend and travel expenses to and from the UK. The scholarship is for the Taught Master’s course offered at DICE in Conservation Science.
Application process
To apply, please send a one-page cover letter and a two-page CV to dicescholarship@kent.ac.uk by the deadline.
Deadline
Sunday 1st March 2026.
Hear from our previous Burnett Scholars as they talk about their highlights and experiences.