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African Students Fellowships - UPEACE-IDRC

PhD Fellowships » PhD Research » International PhD

The UPEACE Africa Programme is offering a limited number of scholarships to African students in PhD programmes focused in peace and conflict studies.

The scholarship will cover tuition, living expenses, communications, access to scholarly materials, and disseminate research findings through publications and conference presentations.

In addition, part of the award may be used to cover expenses related to a semester abroad at a Canadian university. The maximum award is US $15,000 per eligible candidate per year.

The programme is seeking applications from candidates who are currently enrolled in a PhD programme or who can offer proof of acceptance into a PhD Programme at a University in Sub Saharan Africa.

Eligible Fields of Studies:

Applications will only be considered from candidates, who are doing their PhD studies in peace and conflict studies.

Criteria for Eligibility for the Competition:

  • Must hold citizenship of an African country in Sub-Saharan Africa;
  • Must be enrolled/accepted in a PhD Programme in the field of Peace and Conflict Studies in Universities in Sub Saharan Africa;
  • Must be a full time PhD student
  • Submit a letter of support from the Lead Supervisor
  • The research must take place within Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • Applicant must have his/her Masters Degree in related discipline

    Duration:

    The duration of the Award is three years from the time of notification of selection.

    Successful applicants will receive the first instalment of the award within three months after the announcement of the winners.

    Deadline:28 February.

    For a list of required documents and how to apply, visit: African Students Fellowships - UPEACE-IDRC Website

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