DevCareer Learning for Impact Scholarship 2026 | Free Coursera Access (Cohort 2)
Applications are open for the DevCareer Learning for Impact Scholarship Cohort 2, a partnership between DevCareer and Coursera aimed at equipping Africans with globally recognized digital skills through fully funded professional certificate programmes.
The initiative will provide 500 Africans with access to Coursera Professional Certificates from leading global companies including Google, Meta, IBM, and Microsoft, helping participants build practical, job-ready skills for the global digital economy.
About DevCareer
is an organization focused on helping Africans build successful careers in technology through access to learning opportunities, mentorship, communities, and career development programmes.
About Coursera
is one of the world’s largest online learning platforms, offering courses, professional certificates, and degree programmes from top universities and companies globally.
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About the Programme
The Learning for Impact programme is a self-paced scholarship programme designed to help Africans develop practical digital skills through guided projects, professional certificate programmes, workshops, and community support.
Participants will complete a selected Coursera Professional Certificate track and, upon completion, unlock access to Coursera’s broader learning catalogue.
Scholarship Benefits
Selected participants will receive:
- A 100% scholarship for a Coursera Professional Certificate programme.
- Access to professional certificates from Google, Meta, IBM, Microsoft, and other leading companies.
- Job-ready digital skills for real-world opportunities.
- Live workshops and expert-led sessions.
- Guided projects and hands-on learning.
- Accountability and check-in support throughout the programme.
- Access to a community of learners across Africa.
- A globally recognized Coursera Professional Certificate upon successful completion.
- Access to Coursera’s full catalogue of over 16,000 courses after completing the selected learning track.
Available Learning Tracks
Applicants can apply for any of the following tracks:
- Software Development
- Frontend Development
- Backend Development
- Full-Stack Development
- Mobile Development
- Cloud/DevOps
- UX Design
- Cybersecurity
- Data Analytics
- Project Management
- IT Support
- Digital Marketing & E-commerce
- Business Intelligence
- Prompting & AI Essentials
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Programme Details
- Number of Scholarships: 500
- Duration: 24 weeks
- Learning Format: Self-paced
- Weekly Commitment: 10–15 hours per week
- Learning Style: Hands-on learning and guided projects
Who Should Apply
This opportunity is ideal for Africans who:
- Want to build practical digital skills.
- Are interested in technology or digital careers.
- Want to earn globally recognized professional certificates.
- Can commit 10–15 hours weekly to learning activities.
- Are comfortable learning in a self-paced environment.
- Are willing to complete projects and coursework over a 24-week period.
Application Requirements
Applicants will be required to:
- Complete the application form.
- Select a preferred learning track.
- Upload a 60–90 second motivational video.
- Explain their passion for the chosen field.
- Explain why they selected their preferred track.
- Explain their motivation for applying.
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Application Instructionshat:
Before starting the application, applicants should note t
- The application takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.
- The application form cannot save progress.
- The application should be completed in one sitting.
- Responses should be reviewed carefully before submission.
- All submitted information should be accurate.
Application Deadline
- Deadline: 12th July, 2026