Applications are now open for the NNPC SNEPCo Postgraduate Scholarship 2026, a completely funded opportunity for Nigerian graduates seeking to pursue a master’s degree in the United Kingdom.
The scholarship is sponsored by Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Business (SNEPCo) in partnership with the Nigerian National Petroleum Business (NNPC) and its co-venture partners. The program intends to support skilled Nigerians in obtaining advanced knowledge and skills in fields relevant to the energy market.
Scholarship Overview
- Sponsors: NNPC and SNEPCo
- Study Location: United Kingdom
- Level of Research study: Master’s Degree
- Eligible Candidates: Nigerian Citizens
- Funding Type: Totally Funded
- Application Deadline: June 8, 2026
Scholarship Details
The scholarship supports 1 year master’s programs at chosen UK universities, including the University of Aberdeen and Newcastle University. The effort is designed to develop extremely skilled specialists who can contribute to Nigeria’s energy and technology sectors.
Qualified courses cover locations such as engineering, petroleum geoscience, data science, expert system, robotics, chemical engineering, and related disciplines.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants ought to:
- Be Nigerian people presently living in Nigeria
- Have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program by September 2026
- Hold, or anticipate to obtain, a degree equivalent to at least a UK upper second-class honours qualification
- Be in between 21 and 28 years old by September 30, 2026
- Possess a valid Nigerian global passport
- Secure admission into an eligible master’s program at a taking part university
- Demonstrate strong scholastic efficiency, management qualities, and communication skills
Scholarship Advantages
Successful candidates will receive:
- Complete tuition charge coverage
- Return economy-class airfare between Nigeria and the United Kingdom
- Financial support towards living expenses
- Access to quality postgraduate education at leading UK universities
Qualified Universities and Courses
Participating organizations include:
University of Aberdeen
- MSc Geophysics
- MSc Safety and Dependability Engineering for Oil and Gas
- MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering
- MSc Integrated Petroleum Geoscience
Newcastle University
- MSc Data Science and AI
- MSc Engineering Management
- MSc Sustainable Chemical Engineering
- MSc Artificial Intelligence
- MSc Robotics and AI
- MSc Marine and Ocean Engineering
How to Use
Interested prospects should initially obtain admission to a qualified course at one of the taking part universities. Applicants who get admission deals will then be supplied with directions on how to submit a scholarship application.
Shortlisted candidates might be welcomed for interviews before the last choice procedure is completed.
Application Due date
June 8, 2026