Fully Funded African Union Public Health Scholarship for 18-Month Master's Degree in Epidemiology at the University of the Witwatersrand

Fully Funded African Union Public Health Scholarship for 18-Month Master's Degree in Epidemiology at the University of the Witwatersrand
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Overview of the Scholarship

The African Union Centre for Disease Control (Africa CDC) is offering a fully funded scholarship for an 18-month master’s degree program in epidemiology at the University of the Witwatersrand School of Public Health in South Africa. This scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, and living stipends for selected candidates.

Key Information

• Host Country: South Africa
• Study Abroad: Study in Africa
• Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
• Eligible Countries: African Countries
• Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Accommodation
• No IELTS Required
• Deadline: August 31, 2024

Scholarship Details

Africa CDC's annual scholarship program grants scholarships to 10 young African scholars for an 18-month master’s degree in epidemiology. Preference is given to candidates currently working with the National Public Health Institutes (NPHI) in their respective countries to strengthen the public health workforce capacity of African Union Member States.

Available Courses

• Epidemiology and Biostatistics
• Field Epidemiology
• Infectious Diseases Epidemiology
• Public Health Informatics
• Biostatistics
• Implementation Science

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must meet the following criteria to be considered for the African Public Health Scholars Programme:

• A disciplinary background in medical, microbiology, dentistry, statistics, computer science, veterinary science, demography, nutrition, or psychology.
• A four-year honours degree, an MBBCh, or another health-related degree.
• Relevant work experience is an advantage.
• English competency certificate or evidence of prior undergraduate training in English (for non-English-speaking countries).
• Certified copies of South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) certificates or proof of application to SAQA.

Benefits of the Scholarship

The African Union Public Health Scholarship provides full scholarships to 10 young African scholars for an 18-month master’s degree study in epidemiology, covering tuition fees, accommodation, and living expenses.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Application form for admission to the University of Witwatersrand
• Written motivation detailing the reason for applying and how the program aligns with career goals
• Comprehensive curriculum vitae, including relevant research and work experience
• Two referee reports
• Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates

Application Process

To apply for the 2024 African Union Public Health Scholarship, follow these steps:

1. Visit the scholarship webpage by clicking the provided link.
2. Send inquiries to: africacdcscholarships@africa-union.org.
3. Apply for an MSc in Epidemiology at the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa.
4. Submit supporting documents online or via the Self-Service Portal.
5. Monitor the progress of your application through the Self-Service Portal.