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PASET RSIF Fully-Funded PhD Scholarships 2020 for Africans

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Emmanuel Charles

Senior Admissions Analyst

May 7, 2020

The Partnership for Skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology (PASET) Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) is inviting applications from Sub-Saharan African scholars for its 2020 PhD Scholarship programme. The 3 to 4-year doctoral training takes place at designated RSIF African Host Universities across the continent.

2020 PASET RSIF Scholarships For Sub-Saharan African Students

What the Scholarship Covers

This is a fully funded doctoral award covering:

  • Full university tuition fees
  • Monthly living stipend and medical insurance
  • Travel expenses
  • Research and supervision support

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a citizen of a Sub-Saharan African country.
  • Must hold a relevant Master's degree in Applied Sciences, Engineering, or Technology (ASET) fields.
  • Must be willing to enroll full-time in a PhD programme at an RSIF African Host University.
  • Must demonstrate leadership potential, such as community service or research impact related to PASET RSIF priority areas.

How to Apply

Applications and supporting documents must be submitted online. Before applying, download and read the official call document in your preferred language:

Visit the scholarship webpage on AfricaLics for the online submission portal link.

Application Deadline: 15th June 2020 at 5:00 pm (East Africa Time, UTC+3).

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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Jessica Essien

May 7, 2020

Are there any Nigerian universities among the RSIF African Host Universities?

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Mentra Admissions Desk

May 7, 2020

Hi Jessica, yes! African University of Science and Technology (AUST) in Abuja and Bayero University Kano (BUK) are among the participating RSIF host institutions, alongside universities in Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, and Senegal.

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