6 HEARD PhD Scholarships for African students 1295 views

University of KwaZulu-Natal offers HEARD PhD Scholarships. The aim of the PhD programme is to produce expertly qualified graduates to advice or to be part of influential policy-making or programme implementing entities in Africa.

Number of Scholarships: 6

Research areas:

• Health Systems Strengthening
• Health Economics
• Health Financing
• Unsafe Abortions
• Contraception
• Universal Health Care Financing
• Gender-based Violence

Nationality: Applications are welcome from citizens of all African countries. Female candidates and, in the case of South Africa, those from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, are especially encouraged to apply.

Eligibility:

• Applicant must hold a Master’s Degree (first or upper second class pass or its equivalent)
• Applicant must demonstrate research experience
• Applicant must accept to register for a PhD dissertation (full time) at the University of KwaZulu–Natal (UKZN)
• Applicant must make a commitment to remain on the African continent for at least TWO years after graduation.

How to apply:

• A letter of motivation
• Concept note (4-5 page)
• Certified copies of both academic qualifications and full academic records.
• Certified copy of ID/passport
• 2 Academic letter of reference
• Applications must be submitted by completing the online application form.

Fees & Funding:

• The scholarship will commence in February 2018.
• The value of each scholarship is R 600, 000.
• It will be paid in equal tranches over three years.