The Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo), in collaboration with NNPC Limited and its co-venture partners, has announced the opening of applications for the 2026 NNPC–SNEPCo Postgraduate Scholarship Programme.
The initiative offers fully funded opportunities for Nigerian students to pursue one-year Master’s degree programmes in selected universities in the United Kingdom, specifically the University of Aberdeen and Newcastle University.
Study Areas and Partner Universities
Successful candidates will study in high-demand technical and engineering-related fields.
University of Aberdeen programmes include:
MSc Geophysics
MSc Safety & Reliability Engineering for Oil & Gas
MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering
MSc Integrated Petroleum Geoscience
Newcastle University programmes include:
MSc Data Science
MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
MSc Artificial Intelligence
MSc Robotics and AI
MSc Engineering Management
MSc Sustainable Chemical Engineering
MSc Marine and Ocean Engineering
Who Can Apply
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be a Nigerian citizen residing in Nigeria
Be between 21 and 28 years old by 30 September 2026
Have completed the NYSC programme by September 2026
Hold (or be expecting) at least a UK Upper Second-Class equivalent degree
Possess strong leadership potential and academic excellence
Have IELTS score of at least 6.5 or meet equivalent English language requirements
Not have previously studied in the UK or other developed countries
Hold a valid Nigerian international passport (valid until at least December 2026)
Secure admission into one of the eligible courses before applying for the scholarship
Scholarship Coverage
The programme provides comprehensive financial support, including:
Full tuition fees
One return economy flight ticket between Nigeria and the United Kingdom
Contribution toward living expenses during the study period
Application Procedure
The application process follows a two-stage system:
1. Candidates must first apply for admission into one of the participating universities and eligible programmes.
2. After securing admission, eligible candidates will be invited to apply for the scholarship.
3. Shortlisted applicants may undergo interviews conducted by the universities.
4. Final selection will be made jointly by the universities and SNEPCo.
Deadline
The closing date for applications is June 8, 2026.
The scholarship is part of ongoing efforts by NNPC and SNEPCo to support capacity building and develop skilled professionals in engineering, energy, data science, and related fields for Nigeria’s future development.
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