Jack Hirst Scholarship 2026/2027 at Imperial College London (For Nigerian Chemistry Students)
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Jack Hirst Scholarship 2026: Overview
The Jack Hirst Scholarship offers one outstanding Nigerian student the opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree in Chemistry at Imperial College London. This fully funded award supports postgraduate taught or Master’s research study in a wide range of cutting-edge Chemistry programmes.
Jack Hirst Scholarship 2026: Eligibility
Applicants must:
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Be a Nigerian national.
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Be currently studying or conducting research in Chemistry at a Nigerian academic institution.
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Have received an offer of admission to one of the eligible Chemistry Master’s courses at Imperial for 2026 entry.
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Be a new student (not a continuing student).
Benefits
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Full tuition fees at the Overseas rate.
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Annual stipend equivalent to the UKRI rate (to cover living expenses).
Fellowship/Program Components
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Study at Imperial College London’s Department of Chemistry, a leading hub for global research and innovation.
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Engage in advanced research across chemistry fields such as molecular synthesis, catalysis, nanomaterials, and green chemistry.
Application Requirements
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Apply for and receive an offer for one of the eligible Chemistry Master’s courses.
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Email chemres@imperial.ac.uk by 23:59 (UK time) on 22 May 2026, clearly stating interest in being considered for the scholarship.
Selection Criteria
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Strong academic background in Chemistry.
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Research experience or potential aligned with the chosen Chemistry programme.
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Meeting nationality and institutional eligibility requirements.
Application Process
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Apply for one of the eligible Chemistry Master’s programmes (see list below).
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Secure an admission offer for 2026 entry.
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Send an email to chemres@imperial.ac.uk before the deadline (22 May 2026) requesting scholarship consideration.
Eligible Programmes
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MRes Advanced Molecular Synthesis
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MRes Biological and Physical Chemistry
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MRes Catalysis: Chemistry and Engineering
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MRes Chemical Biology and Bio-Entrepreneurship
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MSc Digital Chemistry
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MRes Drug Discovery and Development: Multidisciplinary Science for Next Generation Therapeutics
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MRes Green Chemistry, Energy and the Environment
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MRes Nanomaterials
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