Mastercard Foundation Programme
The Mastercard Foundation Programme team leads the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program and the University’s involvement in the Africa Climate Collaborative.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
This programme enables talented young African students to pursue a master’s degree and grow their leadership potential in Cambridge.
It’s a life-changing experience that exposes scholars to some of the brightest young minds from around the world and lays the foundations for a rewarding, meaningful career. We aim to help scholars get the most out of the experience every step of the way, from the orientation to life in Cambridge to ongoing support with the transition into the world of work.
Our programme themes are are climate resilience and sustainability. In recognition of the wide range of expertise needed to drive sustainable change, students can apply for most master’s courses available.
Contact: admin@mastercardfoundation.fund.cam.ac.uk
The Africa Climate Collaborative
Africa contributes just 2-3% of global carbon emissions yet suffers the greatest impacts of climate change of any continent.
The Africa Climate Collaborative - a partnership between the University of Cambridge, the University of Ghana, Makerere University, University of Cape Town and the Mastercard Foundation - is strengthening the continent’s response to the crisis by empowering the next generation of climate and sustainability leaders.
We’re contributing to climate resilience and sustainable economic growth across Africa through four pillars of work:
- Workforce development
- Entrepreneurship
- Research and innovation
- Networks, policy and learning
This initiative aligns with the Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works Strategy, which aims to enable 30 million young Africans to access dignified and fulfilling work by 2030.