Are you interested in Africa and is your Masters thesis on a related subject? If so, the African Studies Centre Leiden is offering you the chance to win € 500,-. Moreover, your thesis will be published in the ASCL’s African Studies Collection.
Application Deadline: 31st August 20223 mid-night
Eligible Countries: African countries and any African in Netherlands
About the Award: The award aims to encourage student research and writing on Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been completed based on research conducted on Africa. The award consists of a prize of €500,- and publication of the winning thesis in the ASCL’s African Studies Collection. All theses submitted will be made available full text online via the ASCL’s library catalogue.
Type: Award
Eligibility: Master students who completed their thesis at a university on the African continent or in the Netherlands between 31 August 2022 and 31 August 2023 can apply. Students in the Netherlands must have received an 8 out of 10 or above. Students from non-Dutch universities with a grade A (or equivalent) may apply if the accompanying letter from the supervisor confirms the thesis’ excellence and supports the grade score.
Selection: A shortlist of three will be drawn up from which the jury will select the winning thesis. The prize is presented to the winner during the Africa Thesis Award Ceremony in 2023, where the winner will present his/her/their thesis.
Number of Awards: 1
Value of Award: The award consists of a prize of € 500,- and publication of the winning thesis in the ASCL’s African Studies Collection.
How to Apply: If a student or his/her supervisor feels that his/her Masters thesis merits an award because of its quality and originality, the thesis may be submitted. Every submission must include:
Applications that are not complete will not be processed. All documents can be sent to asc@asc.leidenuniv.nl.
Visit the Programme Webpage for Details
This post was last modified on June 28, 2023 9:26 pm