The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), a Federal Government agency tasked with developing indigenous human capacity and petroleum technology to fulfill the demands of the oil and gas industry, is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for Overseas MSc and PhD scholarships.
These scholarships are available for specific programs at selected institutions under the PTDF Overseas Scholarship Scheme for the 2024/2025 academic session.
Here’s a summary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarship:
Host: Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF)
Study Abroad: Opportunities to study in the UK, Europe, and Asia
Category: Postgraduate Scholarships, Masters Scholarships, PhD Scholarships
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Reward: Full scholarship covering tuition fees, monthly stipend, accommodation, and airfare ticket
Deadline: March 18, 2024
More Details:
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarship aims to provide candidates with access to a diverse range of knowledge and world-class facilities offered by prestigious institutions worldwide. Interested candidates can apply through PTDF for specific programs at partner institutions. The scholarship covers various expenses, including flight tickets, health insurance, tuition, bench fees (if applicable), and allowances for accommodation and living expenses.
For the 2024/2025 award cycle, applications will be restricted to PTDF partner universities in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Malaysia. These universities are chosen based on the Fund’s confidence in maintaining high scholarship standards and effectively serving the scheme’s objectives.
Eligibility Requirements for the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarship:
MSc Requirements:
- A minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) qualification in the first degree, or a Second Class Lower (2.2) with relevant industry experience
- Completion of the mandatory National Youth Service (NYSC)
- Computer literacy
- Possession of 5 O/level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
- Statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) explaining the reason(s) for the proposed study, its relevance to the industry, and its expected impact on national development
- National Identity Number (NIN) verification is mandatory before applying for the scholarship
PhD Requirements:
- Completion of the mandatory National Youth Service (NYSC)
- Computer literacy
- Possession of 5 O/level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
- A minimum of Second Class Lower (2.2) in the first degree and a good post-graduate degree
- Submission of a research proposal relevant to the oil and gas industry (not exceeding five pages) outlining the topic, introduction, objective, methodology, and mode of data collection
- Production of a letter from the Vice Chancellor confirming lecturers are not receiving other scholarships
- National Identity Number (NIN) verification is mandatory before applying for the scholarship
Benefits of the PTDF Scholarship:
- Provision of flight tickets
- Payment of health insurance
- Payment of tuition and bench fees (where applicable)
- Provision of allowances to cover accommodation and living expenses
Required Documents for the 2024 PTDF Scholarship:
- First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
- NYSC discharge certificate
- WAEC/GCE/SSCE/NECO results and PINs for verification
- Recent Passport Photograph
- Local Government Identification Letter
- Master’s Degree Certificate (for PhD Applicants only)
- Evidence of membership in professional associations
To apply for the 2024 Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarship, interested and qualified applicants can use the following link:
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