For Female Applicants Only
For Masters and PhD Programmes in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Education Science (STEME)
CLOSING DATE: 31ST MAY 2014
The Mwalimu Nyerere African Union Scholarship Scheme was launched in 2007 with the aim of contributing to the production and retention of high caliber African human capital for sustainable development of the continent in critical development areas, while promoting regional integration through intra-African mobility of students.
To encourage the participation of young African female students at postgraduate level, for Masters and PhD programmes in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Education Science (STEME), the Commission of the African Union is offering the second Special Call for Scholarship Applications to study in reputable African Universities.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
To be eligible for the Special Scholarship, a candidate must:
i. Be a Female Citizen of an African Union Member State
ii. Be under the age of thirty five (35) years for Masters Programmes; and under forty (40) years for PhD Programmes.
iii. Be a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant field, at the level of Upper Second Class Honours for a Masters’ Programme; and a holder of Masters’Degree in the relevant field for a PhD Programme. The degree must be from a reputable University
iv. Have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement as evidenced by academic transcripts, and academic awards if any.
v. Have proof of admission to undertake a full time Masters or PhD programme in a recognized university of an African Union Member State.
vi. Be willing to commit to work in an African Union Member State on completion of studies for at least three (3) years.
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