Scholarship
NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship
This scholarship provides postgraduate study opportunities for Nigerian students in courses relevant to the oil and gas industry. It is offered in partnership with specific UK universities for one-year M.Sc. studies.
About this scholarship
NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship is offered by Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) at master level. The award is valued at Tuition, one economy return-flight, and contribution towards living expenses, provided as tuition and living support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Tuition, one economy return-flight, and contribution towards living expenses. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master level. Eligible study areas include Oil and Gas, Engineering and Geosciences. Nationality requirements apply: Nigeria.
Eligibility
Nigerian students from all 36 states and the FCT who have received an offer of admission from participating UK universities.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-06-08. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master
Fields of study
Oil and Gas, Engineering and Geosciences
Nationality requirements
Nigeria
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo)
- Award
- Tuition, one economy return-flight, and contribution towards living expenses
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master
- Fields of study
- Oil and Gas, Engineering and Geosciences
- Nationality
- Nigeria
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-06-08
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20