UN Fellowships for Coastal Developing Countries

Field of studies:
Ocean affairs and the law of the sea, and related disciplines including marine science.

Number of Awards:
Each year, the UN-Nippon Selection Committee will review applications and award Fellowships to 10 successful candidates.

Target group:
Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing coastal countries. Africa (Ghana, Cameroon, Mozambique, Tanzania, etc.)

Scholarship value/inclusions:
Successful candidates will be provided with the opportunity to develop a research/study theme of direct relevance to their nation and/or region with respect to ocean affairs and the law of the sea, including in the marine sciences.

Eligibility:

Candidates must:

Application packages (including the forms) are available from the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea, or online at the Fellowship website. Complete applications must be received by DOALOS not later than 15 August.

Contact information:

UN-Nippon Foundation Fellowship
Dr. François Bailet
Programme Advisor
DOALOS/OLA
2 United Nations Plaza 414
New York, NY 10017, U.S.A.
Phone: +1-917-367-5186
Fax: +1-212-963-5847
Email: bailet[at]un.org

For more information and application, see: UN Fellowships for Coastal Developing Countries Website

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