The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) Mamco Selab Scholarship 2026 is a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for Nigerian students. Also known as the Mamco Selab Scholarship, it supports talented Nigerians pursuing diploma, master’s, or PhD programs at LSTM in the United Kingdom.
The scholarship provides £20,000 per year and targets candidates committed to returning to Nigeria to drive improvements in healthcare and reduce health inequalities.
This scholarship is ideal for Nigerian nationals passionate about tropical medicine, infectious diseases, global health, and advancing healthcare systems back home.
Key Scholarship Details
- Scholarship Name: Mamco Selab Scholarship
- Host Institution: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), UK
- Study Level: Diploma, Master’s, PhD
- Value/Benefits: £20,000 per year (fully funded support)
- Eligible Nationality: Nigerian nationals ordinarily domiciled in Nigeria
- Intake: September 2026
- Application Deadline: April 15, 2026, at 9:00 AM GMT
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Mamco Selab Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Be Nigerian nationals, ordinarily resident in Nigeria
- Intend to return to Nigeria after completing their studies to contribute to healthcare advancement
- Apply (and hold a conditional offer) for any diploma, master’s, or PhD program at LSTM
Required Documents
Applicants need to submit a strong personal statement (maximum 700 words) clearly addressing:
- Proof of Nigerian nationality and firm intention to return to Nigeria post-study
- Academic goals and research interests in tropical medicine/global health
- How the program will impact your career and help reduce health inequalities in Nigeria
Application Process
- Secure a conditional offer from LSTM for your chosen diploma, master’s, or PhD program.
- If you already have a conditional offer, → You will receive an email containing the direct link to the Mamco Selab Scholarship application form.
- If you do not yet have an offer, → Check your conditional offer letter for the scholarship application link.
- Complete and submit the official scholarship application form before the deadline.
Applications are now open for the September 2026 intake.
Why Apply for the Mamco Selab Scholarship?
This scholarship removes financial barriers for outstanding Nigerian students, enabling them to gain world-class training at one of the leading institutions in tropical medicine and global health. Graduates are expected to apply their skills to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system and address pressing public health challenges.