The FirstRand Oxford Blavatnik School of Government Scholarship 2026 for a Master of Public Policy at the University of Oxford (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: February 19, 2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 FirstRand Oxford Blavatnik School of Government Scholarship. FirstRand Empowerment Foundation (FREF) has entered into a five-year partnership with Wadham College at the University of Oxford. The purpose of this partnership is to enable one outstanding South African student a year to undertake postgraduate study at the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford. The successful candidate will wish to deepen their understanding of public policy challenges in order to become a more effective leader and changemaker.

Requirements

• FirstRand will conduct the interviewing and selection process, which will run concurrently with the FirstRand international postgraduate scholarship programme.
• Candidates will be assessed based on academic excellence, leadership ability, community involvement and their potential to be a destiny changer. Applications can be submitted online only.
• FirstRand and Blavatnik School of Government are looking for the best applicants who will truly benefit from the opportunity and contribute to South Africa on their return.

Benefits

FirstRand’s five-year partnership with Wadham College entails providing

• Full funding for one student a year to study for a Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government, as well as residency at Wadham College.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the FirstRand Oxford Blavatnik School of Government Scholarship