Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme 2026–2027 at the University of Oxford offers outstanding graduate students from around the world the chance to pursue fully funded studies while also participating in a transformative leadership development programme.
This prestigious scholarship not only covers full academic costs but also provides tailored training in leadership, moral philosophy, and professional development, preparing scholars to become global leaders committed to improving public life in their home countries and beyond.
Scholarship Benefits
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme provides:
- Full coverage of tuition fees at the University of Oxford.
- Living allowance to cover accommodation and personal expenses during the programme.
- Leadership development training, including:
- Moral philosophy seminars.
- Practical skills workshops.
- Professional mentoring and networking.
- Access to a lifelong community of Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholars and alumni.
Eligible Criteria
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Apply for a new full-time graduate course at Oxford in one of the eligible programmes.
- Be ordinarily resident in an eligible country.
- Demonstrate a clear commitment to returning to their home country or region to contribute to public life.
- Show strong academic performance and leadership potential.
- Submit the Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships Statement alongside their Oxford graduate application.
Eligible Courses
Applicants must be applying to start a new full-time graduate course at Oxford in one of the following eligible programmes:
- Law, Policy, and Governance: BCL, MJur, MPP, MSc Global Governance and Diplomacy, MSc Refugee and Forced Migration Studies, MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice.
- Business and Economics: MBA, MSc Law and Finance, MSc Financial Economics, MSc Economics for Development.
- Science and Technology: MSc Advanced Computer Science, MSc Mathematical Modelling and Scientific Computing, MSc Water Science, Policy and Management, MSc Energy Systems.
- Social Sciences and Development Studies: MSc Migration Studies, MSc Contemporary Chinese Studies, MSc Global Health Science and Epidemiology, MSc Social Data Science.
- Regional and Cultural Studies: MSc African Studies, MSc Latin American Studies, MSc Russian and East European Studies, MSc Modern South Asian Studies, MSc Modern Middle Eastern Studies.
- Other Humanities and Interdisciplinary Studies: MSt Diplomatic Studies, MSc Sustainability, Enterprise and the Environment, MSc Environmental Change and Management, MSc Biodiversity, Conservation and Nature Recovery, MSt Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.(Full course list is available in the official call for applications.)
Eligible Countries
The scholarship is open to students ordinarily resident in eligible countries worldwide, including but not limited to:
- Africa: Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe.
- Asia: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Nepal.
- Middle East: Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Iran.
- Latin America & the Caribbean: Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, Jamaica, Colombia.
- Europe: Albania, Ukraine, Armenia, Serbia, Georgia, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
- Other regions: Afghanistan, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Solomon Islands.
Application Process
The application process for the Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme 2025 include the following steps:
- Applicants must submit a complete application for graduate study at Oxford by the December or January deadline of their chosen course.
- In the University of Oxford Scholarships section, select the Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme.
- Upload the completed Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships Statement together with the graduate application.
- Ensure all required documents are included before the deadline; incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
- Applicants will be automatically considered for partnership awards, including the Hualan Education Group awards, without submitting an additional application.
- Those interested in the Chevening-Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships must apply directly via the Chevening website and list Oxford as their first choice.
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Required Documents
Applicants must provide the following as part of their application:
- Completed Oxford graduate application form (by the relevant December/January deadline).
- Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships Statement (see document template provided by the Trust).
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates.
- Personal statement and CV/resume.
- References as required for the Oxford graduate application.
Selection Process
The selection process is highly competitive and includes:
- Initial Screening: Applications are reviewed based on academic excellence, leadership potential, and commitment to public service.
- Shortlisting: Candidates who meet eligibility criteria and demonstrate strong alignment with the scholarship goals are shortlisted.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates are invited to participate in an online interview, usually held in April 2025.
- Final Selection: Decisions are made jointly by the Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust and partner colleges.
Scholarship Duration
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme 2026–2027 covers the full duration of the student’s chosen graduate course at the University of Oxford. This means that funding and leadership programme participation are provided for the entire length of the degree, whether it is a one-year master’s programme or a longer graduate course, as specified in the official offer of admission.
Application Deadline
The application deadline for the Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme 2026–2027 is aligned with the December 2025 or January 2026 deadline of your chosen Oxford graduate course.
