The NNPC/NAOC/OANDO Joint Venture Tertiary Scholarship Scheme for the 2025/2026 academic session is now accepting applications from qualified Nigerian undergraduates. This scholarship aims to support students in Nigerian tertiary institutions with financial assistance throughout their studies. Scholarship Categories: Host/Transit Communities Merit Award: For applicants strictly from NAOC Host/Transit Communities. National Merit Award: For applicants from non-host/transit communities. Eligibility Criteria: Must be a registered full-time undergraduate in a Nigerian tertiary institution. Must be a certified 100-level student at the time of application (admitted in the 2024/2025 academic session). Must not be a current beneficiary of similar awards from other companies or…
Author: Animashaun Bolaji
The Google Student Researcher Program is a paid opportunity designed to foster academic collaborations by engaging students in research projects alongside Google’s scientists and engineers. This program offers flexibility in aspects such as duration, time commitment, and working location, accommodating both on-site and remote participation. The projects are typically open-ended and exploratory, differing from traditional internships. Eligibility Requirements: Academic Enrollment: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in fields like Computer Science, Linguistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Economics, Natural Sciences, or equivalent practical experience. Expertise: Experience in areas such as Natural Language Understanding, Human-Computer Interaction, Generative…
The Hyundai Motor Group Scholarship at SOAS University of London is designed to support African students pursuing postgraduate studies, aiming to cultivate experts dedicated to sustainable development in Africa. Scholarship Details: Number of Scholarships: Five scholarships are available for the 2025/26 academic year—four for master’s programs and one for a PhD program. Financial Support: Master’s Students: The scholarship covers full tuition fees. If the tuition is less than £27,730, the remaining amount is provided as a stipend for living expenses. PhD Students: The award includes tuition fees for three years of full-time study, the writing-up fee for the fourth…
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) offers a Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship Programme aimed at equipping young individuals from the Niger Delta region with advanced training and skills to participate effectively in the Federal Government’s local content programme and compete globally in various professional disciplines. The scholarship covers tuition, airfare, accommodation, and living expenses for selected candidates pursuing postgraduate degrees abroad. Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for the NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship 2025, applicants must: Be from the Niger Delta Region: This includes Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, and Rivers States. Possess a Bachelor’s Degree: Candidates should…
Google Summer of Code (GSoC) is an annual, global program designed to introduce new contributors to open source software development. Participants work on a 12+ week programming project under the guidance of mentors from established open source organizations. The program offers a stipend and a valuable opportunity to gain real-world coding experience. Program Timeline for GSoC 2025: March 24 – April 8, 2025: Contributor application period. May 8, 2025: Accepted contributors are announced. May 8 – June 1, 2025: Community bonding period. June 1 – August 24, 2025: Coding period (with possible extensions up to 22 weeks based on contributor…
The DAAD Leadership for Africa Scholarship is a prestigious, fully funded program designed to support the academic advancement of young African graduates and refugees at German higher education institutions. The scholarship aims to cultivate future leaders essential for the development of their home countries. Key Features of the Scholarship: Coverage: The scholarship includes a tuition-free Master’s degree (M.A. or M.Sc.) at a public or state-recognized university in Germany, starting in the winter term of 2025 (September/October). Preparatory Language Course: A German language course of up to six months in Germany before the commencement of the study program, covering test fees…
The Sydney International Undergraduate Academic Excellence Scholarship is designed to support outstanding international students pursuing undergraduate studies at the University of Sydney. This scholarship covers 100% of tuition fees and the Student Services Amenities Fee for the entire duration of the recipient’s undergraduate program, up to a maximum of four years. Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must: Have applied for, but not yet commenced, a single undergraduate coursework degree (which may include embedded honours) at the University of Sydney, with a maximum duration of four years. Enroll in their eligible degree on a full-time basis. Be…
The Hyundai Motor Group, in collaboration with SOAS University of London, is offering five fully funded scholarships for the 2025/26 academic year, aimed at nurturing talent from Africa. Scholarship Details: Number of Scholarships: Five total—four for master’s degree programs and one for doctoral research. Coverage: Master’s Scholarships: Valued at £27,730, covering full tuition fees. If tuition is less than this amount, the remainder will be provided as a stipend. PhD Scholarship: Covers tuition fees for three years of full-time study and the writing-up fee in the fourth year. An annual stipend of £22,780 will be provided, paid in termly…
The UNESCO-Nestlé Youth Impact Programme, titled “Because You Matter,” is a collaborative initiative aimed at empowering young individuals to drive climate action and sustainability projects within their communities. This program offers selected participants a grant of USD 8,500, along with a six-month transformative training and one-on-one mentorship to support the implementation of their projects. Programme Summary: Organizers: UNESCO and Nestlé Focus Areas: Environmental sustainability and climate action Eligible Participants: Young individuals aged 18-30, youth-led organizations, enterprises, associations, or networks Global Reach: 100 project leaders will be selected worldwide, with 20 grants designated for each UNESCO region: Africa, Arab Region,…
The Julius Berger Internship Program 2025 offers students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with Nigeria’s leading construction company, Julius Berger Nigeria Plc. This program is designed for students in engineering disciplines such as Wood Technology, Civil Engineering, and Industrial Engineering. Benefits of the Internship: Compensation: Interns receive a monthly salary along with an overseas allowance. Travel Expenses: The program covers flight costs, visa fees, and vaccination expenses. Accommodation: Interns are provided with free, furnished accommodation within the company’s residential complex. Onboarding: An internal information event offers insights into life and work in Nigeria, complemented by comprehensive training, especially…