Makerere University International Fully-Funded PhD Positions in Uganda

  •  PhD
  •  04-Sep-2020
  •   Uganda
  • $$  Fully-funded

Do you want to pursue your higher education in Uganda? If so, then you can apply for the Fully-funded PhD Positionsat Makerere University.

There are two awards available for African applicants commencing Certifications of Citizenship in Africa (CERTIZENS) Research Programme for the session 2020/21.

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Makerere University International Fully-Funded PhD Positions in Uganda Founded in 1922, Makerere University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Kampala (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Central Region. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the The National Council for Higher Education, Uganda, Makerere University is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Makerere University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details.

Offered Benefits

The programme is fully-funded by the Danish Development Research Council and is tenable at Makerere University. The sponsorship will cover all costs of the PhD programme, including tuition and other university fees, living expenses, medical insurance, research and travel for fieldwork and conferences.

The maximum value of the program, commencing 1 January 2021 is approximately UGX 40,150,00 or USD 11,000 per year. Each fellow will receive a laptop computer.

Application Process

  • How to Apply: In order to apply for this position, candidates are required to take admission to a PhD degree at the university. They can apply through the online application form for this grant.
  • Supporting Documents: A brief motivation letter, a research proposal of a maximum of four pages, a recently updated CV, and letters from two academic referees
  • Admission Requirements: Applicants should be able to demonstrate education and independent research experience within a relevant academic discipline such as African studies, anthropology, development studies, history, human geography, politics.
  • Language Requirement: The applicant should have excellent oral and written communication skills in English, as well as strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
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