Planning to apply to the University of Cambridge for postgraduate study?
You may not have to figure out the application process completely on your own.
The Cambridge University African Students Mentorship Programme (CAMP) is currently accepting applications from prospective African postgraduate students who are considering applying to Cambridge for the next academic year.
The programme is organised by the African Society of Cambridge University (ASCU) and provides free application guidance to selected applicants.
No mentorship fee.
No consultancy package.
Just application support from people who understand the Cambridge postgraduate environment.
Opportunity at a Glance
Programme: Cambridge University African Students Mentorship Programme (CAMP)
Organiser: African Society of Cambridge University
Target group: Prospective African postgraduate applicants
University: University of Cambridge
Programme period: September – December 2026
Cost: Free
Application deadline: 18 September 2026
Support: General guidance and mentorship for the Cambridge postgraduate application process.
Who Is This For?
The current call is aimed at applicants who are:
- African
- Considering postgraduate study at the University of Cambridge for the next academic year
- Looking for guidance and support while preparing their application
The organisers also specifically encourage applications from people from underrepresented and underprivileged backgrounds.
So if Cambridge has been sitting somewhere on your “maybe one day” list, this may be a useful opportunity to move from scrolling through course pages to actually understanding what you need to prepare.
What Does the Mentorship Offer?
Successful applicants will be paired with CAMP mentors who provide general guidance and support during the Cambridge application process.
The programme runs from September to December 2026, which means the support falls right inside the period when many postgraduate applicants are researching courses, preparing application materials and looking at funding options.
The programme is mentorship, not an admissions shortcut.
A mentor can help you think more clearly about your application.
They cannot guarantee you admission.
That distinction matters.
Is the Mentorship Really Free?
Yes.
The programme is advertised as a free mentorship opportunity.
You should not be asked to pay for access to CAMP mentorship.
If someone contacts you privately claiming that you need to pay a fee to secure a CAMP mentor, verify that information directly with the organisers before sending money anywhere.
What Can a Mentor Help With?
The current announcement describes the programme as providing general guidance and support with the University of Cambridge postgraduate application process.
Practically, that may be useful when you are trying to understand things such as:
Which Cambridge postgraduate course makes sense for you?
What does the application process look like?
How should you approach your supporting documents?
What should you start preparing early?
What funding routes should you investigate?
What does postgraduate life at Cambridge actually look like?
But remember that your application is still your responsibility.
A mentor should help you understand the process, not manufacture your story for you.
One Important Clarification
CAMP is organised by the African Society of Cambridge University.
It should not be confused with the University of Cambridge’s separate AIM applicant-support programme, which also offers application guidance but has its own eligibility requirements and structure.
That means I would describe CAMP as a Cambridge African student mentorship initiative, rather than saying it is an official University admissions programme.
Small wording difference.
Big credibility difference.
How to Apply
Applications are open until:
18 September 2026
Use the application link provided by the organisers:
For additional information:
You can also contact the mentorship team at:
ascumentorship@cambridgesu.co.uk
Before You Apply
If you're serious about Cambridge, don't apply for mentorship with nothing in mind except:
“I want to study at Cambridge.”
Spend some time first looking through the postgraduate courses.
Know whether you're considering an MPhil, MRes or PhD.
Read the course requirements.
Think about your academic interests.
Check whether the course actually fits your background and plans.
Then your mentorship conversation has somewhere useful to start.
A mentor can help you navigate the road.
They cannot decide where you're going for you.
Final Word
Cambridge applications can feel intimidating, especially when you're trying to understand course requirements, funding, Colleges, references and application documents at the same time.
Having someone who has already experienced the Cambridge postgraduate environment can make the process less confusing.
So if you're African, planning to apply for postgraduate study at Cambridge and meet the programme's requirements, this free mentorship opportunity is worth considering.
Deadline: 18 September 2026.
Don't wait until the evening of the 18th and suddenly remember that mentorship exists.
Apply early.
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Disclaimer: BityTech Scholarship Hub is an independent educational information platform. BityTech does not organise or administer CAMP and is not affiliated with the University of Cambridge or the African Society of Cambridge University. Applicants should verify programme details directly with the organisers before applying.