2021 / 2022 In-Country Scholarship for Undergraduate & Postgraduate Awards in Nigerian Federal Universities @Country Scholarship for Undergraduate & Postgraduate Awards in Nigerian Federal Universities

Overview

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) is offering In-Country Scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Nigerian Federal Universities, focusing on courses related to the oil and gas industry.

Eligibility

Undergraduate Applicants:

• Must be full-time students in their second year at a Nigerian Federal University.
• Admitted in the 2018/2019 academic year.
• Possess 5 credits in WAEC/SSCE/NECO (including English and Mathematics).
• Minimum CGPA of 3.5/5 or 3.0/4 (equivalent to 2.1) in the first year.
• Course of study must be related to the oil and gas industry.

Postgraduate (MSc) Applicants:

• Full-time admission into a Nigerian Federal University.
• Minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) in an oil and gas related field, or a 2.2 with at least 2 years of industry experience.
• Course of study must be related to the oil and gas industry.
• Possess at least 5 credits in WAEC/SSCE/NECO (preceding the first degree, not more than 2 sittings).
• Possess NYSC certificate or exemption letter.
• Provide a personal statement and certificate of indigene-ship.

PhD Applicants:

• Full-time admission into a Nigerian Federal University.
• Minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) in an Oil and Gas related field, or a 2.2 with at least 2 years of industry experience.
• Minimum of merit in a second-degree certificate in an oil and gas related discipline.
• Possess at least 5 credits in WAEC/SSCE/NECO (preceding the first degree, not more than 2 sittings).
• Possess NYSC certificate or exemption letter.
• Research area must be relevant to the oil and gas industry.
• Submit a research proposal (template available on the PTDF Scholarship Management Portal).

Benefits

Scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate awards in Nigerian Federal Universities.

How to Apply

• Visit the PTDF Scholarship Management Portal: https://scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng/
• Complete the online application form.
• Upload required documents, including:
• WAEC/SSCE/NECO results
• University admission letter
• Academic transcripts
• Certificate of indigene-ship
• National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate or exemption letter (for postgraduate applicants)
• Personal statement
• Research proposal (for PhD applicants)
• Ensure you have a National Identity Number (NIN) before applying.

Deadline

August 13, 2021.

Requirements

• Academic merit, evidenced by transcripts and qualifications.
• For postgraduate applicants, a relevant Master's degree is required for PhD.
• Statement of purpose outlining reasons for study, relevance to the industry, and expected impact.
• PhD applicants must submit a research proposal.
• Must possess a National Identity Number (NIN).

Location

Nigeria

Additional Information

• Applicants who have previously benefited from PTDF scholarships cannot reapply for the same or lower category.
• Beneficiaries of other scholarships should not apply.
• Admission is restricted to Federal Universities and specific courses.
• Part-time studies are not eligible.
• Selection is based on merit and equitable representation from all States of the Federation and FCT.