Is the Recanati-Kaplan course open?
Yes. Oxford is accepting applications for 2027–28 entry.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. Oxford says need-based scholarships are available for conservationists from economically less-developed countries.
What costs can be funded?
Depending on the award, support can cover course fees, international travel, accommodation and living expenses.
What does this scholarship actually cover?
Need-based scholarship support is available around Oxford's eight-month Wildlife Conservation PGDip, especially for early-career conservationists from developing countries.
Other verified benefits
Oxford states that Global South candidates may apply for support toward course fees, international travel, accommodation and living expenses, depending on available donor scholarships.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
No single universal Recanati-Kaplan funding package or fixed stipend is published for every student; support depends on the scholarship awarded and the candidate's own/third-party funding.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants need a first-class or strong upper-second degree in biology/natural resources-related fields and should already be working in ecology or conservation research, typically with a government agency or NGO.
Ten to twelve students are normally accepted. Need-based scholarships are available for candidates from economically less-developed regions.
Eligible countries
Early-career conservationists from economically less-developed/Global South countries, subject to the specific donor scholarship.
Language requirements
Oxford standard English level applies.
Which documents should you prepare?
- CV or résumé
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Statement of purpose
Which documents may be required conditionally?
- English test certificate
- Two reference letters
How do you apply?
- Send your CV to the course coordinator if recommended.
- Apply to Oxford's PGDip in Wildlife Conservation.
- Submit by 27 January 2027 to meet the scholarship-funding deadline.
- Complete any separate donor-funding information requested by WildCRU.
Frequently asked questions
What can Recanati-Kaplan wildlife scholarships cover?
Oxford states that available scholarships for Global South candidates can contribute toward course fees, international travel, accommodation and living expenses, depending on the donor award.