Summary
MPhil and PhD students admitted to the ACECoR programme are eligible for a scholarship award to facilitate completion of the programme. The scholarships cover tuition, accommodation, monthly stipends and field research grants as well as other material and technical support. The scholarship will support students to present their innovative research results at local/international conferences and cover publication fees for research papers submitted to high impact journals. Continued funding support is contingent on academic output based on annual performance reviews.
Benefits:
ACECoR scholarships do not include visa fees or travel tickets. However, there will be administrative assistance with visa applications and airport pickup.
Eligibility:
The ACECoR scholarships are available to all African nationals who meet admission requirements of the University of Cape Coast. Priority will be given to female applicants as well as applicants from West and Central African countries.
MPhil
The minimum admission requirement for the MPhil programmes is a first degree (Second Class Lower Division or equivalent) in a relevant Science or Engineering discipline, from a recognised university. In addition, the applicant must demonstrate strong interest in research, development and innovation in science and technology, as well as the ability to work optimally and independently in an international multidisciplinary environment.
All candidates must submit the following (indicating the preferred area of specialisation):
Completed Scholarship Application form
Certified true copy of academic certificates and transcripts
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Statement of Motivation
Two (2) letters of recommendation (at least one from a former lecturer/supervisor)
A 2-3 page research proposal in the preferred area of specialisation
PhD
The minimum admission requirement for the PhD programmes is a two- year master’s degree with research in a relevant Science or Engineering discipline or equivalent qualification from a recognised university. In addition, the applicant must demonstrate strong interest in research, development and innovation in science and technology, as well as the ability to work optimally and independently in an international multidisciplinary environment.
All candidates must submit the following (indicating the preferred area of specialisation):
Completed scholarship application form
Certified true copy of academic certificates and transcripts
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Statement of Motivation
Two (2) letters of recommendation (at least one from a former lecturer/supervisor)
A 3-5 page research proposal in the preferred area of specialisation
There are no restrictions based on age, gender, religion, nationality, ethnicity, disability and political orientation of the candidates.
Deadline: 5th October 2023
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