<p dir="ltr">The Edinburgh University is offering a number of <a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Scholarships">scholarships</a> for suitable applicants to study for an MSc in Africa and International Development and subsequent PhD in African Studies.&nbsp;</p><h3 dir="ltr">Eligibility:</h3><ul><li>have received an excellent <a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Scholarships/Bachelor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">undergraduate</a>degree (minimum of a high 2.1) in the social sciences from an accredited university in Africa (a <a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Scholarships/Master" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Masters</a>degree achieved with distinction will be an advantage).</li><li>not have previously received a degree from a university outside Africa&nbsp;</li><li>be a citizen of, and be normally domiciled in, an African country</li><li>demonstrate commitment to studying for a PhD in African Studies</li><li>demonstrate leadership potential and intention to maximize the impact of their research.</li><li>have received an offer to study for the MSc in Africa and International Development and/or the PhD in African Studies at the University of Edinburgh.&nbsp;</li><li>Preference will be given to those studying conflict resolution, elections, technology, peace building and/or governance in African contexts, although the selection panel may consider other areas in the field of politics and international development.</li></ul><h3 dir="ltr">Benefits:</h3><p>The scholarship covers full fees as well as a monthly maintenance stipend throughout the one-year MSc and subsequent three years of PhD study.</p><h3 dir="ltr">Required Documents:</h3><ul><li>A summary of your research proposal (maximum 2 pages)&nbsp;</li><li>A cover letter indicating your motivations, leadership experience and future plans (maximum 1 page)</li><li>An academic CV, clearly showing class of degree and previous educational achievements (maximum 2 pages)</li><li>1 letter of reference&nbsp;</li></ul><h3 dir="ltr">About the University of Edinburgh:-</h3><p dir="ltr">The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1582, is the sixth oldest university in the United Kingdom and English-speaking world and one of Scotland&#39;s ancient universities. The university is a member of a number of prestigious academic organisations, including the Russell Group, the Coimbra Group, the Universitas 21, and the League of European Research Universities, a consortium of 23 leading research universities in Europe. In 2018-19, the university had a consolidated annual income of &pound;1,101.6 million, of which &pound;285.7 million was from research grants and contracts, with a total expenditure of &pound;1,236.1 million.</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>See more available<a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Jobs">&nbsp;jobs</a> on For9a</strong></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>See more available<a href="https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/category/Fellowships">&nbsp;fellowships</a> on For9a</strong></p>

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The Catto Combined MSc and PhD Scholarships at CAS at Edinburgh University 2021