Mathematics and Science Education PhD Scholarships for African Students at University of Rwanda, 2017

The African Centre of Excellence for Innovative Teaching and Learning Mathematics and Science (ACEITLMS) based at the University of Rwanda – College of Education (UR-CE) is pleased to invite applications from interested and qualified candidates for admission in the PhD (by Research) Programme in Mathematics and Science Education.

Application Deadline: 10th July 2017

Eligible Countries: African countries

To be taken at (country): University of Rwanda, College of Education, Rukara Campus, Rwanda

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Field of Study: Mathematics and Science Education.

Type: PhD

Eligibility: Applicants must meet the following area for the scholarship:

• Candidates applying for the PhD program should have an MSc degree in  Mathematics/Science with an undergraduate degree in Education or an undergraduate degree in mathematics/science subjects(s) with a Master degree in Education.

Number of Awards: Not specified

Value of Program: The scholarship will cover:

• Tuition fee up to $1 900 per student per year for three years (maximum four years).
• Accommodation, living and local transport allowances up to $3000 per student per
• A round trip air ticket for some selected candidates from other African countries.

Duration of Program: 3 years, Maximum 4 years. Program starts 1st Sept 2017

PhD Scholarships

How to Apply: Applicants should  apply via email.

• A detailed curriculum vitae of the applicant
• A recent passport sized photograph and a copy of ID (or Passport).
• Notified copies of previous degrees/certificates and  transcripts
• A personal statement/motivation letter describing the candidate’s motivation to join the programs.
• Two letters of recommendations trom Lecturers/supervisors from previous educational institutions.
• An abstract of Masters program dissertation
• A concept note stating the research problem, the purpose and objectives of the research, the methodology, the expected outcome and its expected impact in the area of study
• Applicants must submit the soft copies of all documents (as specified in point 3 above) through the following email addresses: [email protected] and [email protected]

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Award Provider: University of Rwanda

Important Notes: Candidates who have completed their degrees/diploma from foreign universities are required to submit the equivalences of their degrees/diplomas’ provided by the Higher Education Council (HEC) of Rwanda.