The AKO Masters Scholarship offers a fully funded opportunity for students from developing countries to pursue a master’s degree at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), United Kingdom.
The AKO Scholarship at LSE is designed to support outstanding and financially disadvantaged students by covering tuition fees and providing living support throughout the duration of their studies.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: UK
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: Developing Countries (South Asia | Africa | Latin America)
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends
- Deadline: April 23, 2026
Scholarship Details
The AKO Masters Scholarship is administered by the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science (PBS) at the London School of Economics and Political Science. For the 2026/27 academic session, the department is offering both fully funded scholarships (covering tuition and maintenance stipend) and tuition-only awards, generously supported by the AKO Foundation.
The selected master’s programmes at LSE are structured to equip students with a strong foundation in social psychology and behavioural science, allowing them to explore key theoretical frameworks, specialise in their preferred areas, and undertake independent research projects. The scholarship is aimed at empowering scholars to apply their knowledge toward meaningful societal contributions in their home regions after completing their studies.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the London School of Economics AKO Scholarship, applicants must:
- Demonstrate clear financial need
- Be residents or citizens of South Asia, Africa, or Latin America
- Secure admission into a one-year taught master’s programme within the specified PBS programmes
- Show how studying at LSE will position them to drive societal impact initiatives in their home country or region after graduation
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the AKO Masters Scholarship will receive:
- Two (2) scholarships covering full tuition fees and a maintenance stipend
- Eight (8) scholarships covering full tuition fees only
Available Programs
Eligible master’s programmes under the AKO Scholarship include:
- MSc in Behavioural Science
- MSc in Organisational and Social Psychology
- MSc in Psychology of Economic Life
- MSc in Social and Cultural Psychology
- MSc in Social and Public Communication
How to Apply
To apply for the AKO Masters Scholarship 2026:
- Visit the scholarship webpage on the LSE official website
- Apply for one of the eligible master’s programmes listed under the Eligibility section
- After securing programme admission, complete the AKO Masters Scholarship application form
- Upload all required supporting documents as requested
- Submit your application before the deadline
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