This page collates various international scholarships and fellowships open to the research community at KeMU and Kenya in general. We update this section regularly so be sure to check back often.

PhD Scholarship for Touch and Stylus Interaction

Organization: University of Auckland
Requirement: 4 year degree or Masters
Application Deadline: Enquire from Dr Beryl Plimmer, Department of Computer Science
Source: University of Auckland
Summary:

The actual focus of your research could be recognition engines, sketch tools, or the interactive experience. The scholarship is open to international students and is for fees and a $25k per year stipend for 3 years. $25k a year is enough to live in Auckland and you can usually earn a bit extra working as a teaching assistant. Our PhDs follow the English model and are research only – entry is from a 4 year degree or Masters. While the scholarship is for 3 years they are often extended for another 6 months – you would be expected to hand-in within 4 years. [read more]

PhD and MSc Scholarship in Oncology and Medical Physics

Organization: University of Alberta, Canada
Level of Study: PhD and Masters
Application Deadline: Enquire from University of Alberta
Source: University of Alberta
Summary:

Academically accomplished domestic and international students are invited to apply for funded positions in the M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs of the Department of Oncology at the University of Alberta, an institution that ranks among the top 100 in the world. Graduate applications are now being accepted for September 2011. [read more]

PhDs for Agriculture: Australia Awards

Organization: Australian Government
Level of Study: Undergraduate.
Application Deadline: July 31, 2011
Source: AusAID
Summary:

The CGIAR Gender & Diversity Program is assisting Australia Awards in mobilizing applications from women PhD scholars for this new program (first run in 2010 and expanded this year), which actively encourages PhDs that are based on collaborative projects between the applicant's home country and Australia. A total of 15 scholarships will be awarded in 2011. [read more]

WAAW Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships for Female African Students

Organization: WAAW Foundation
Level of Study: Undergraduate.
Application Deadline: December 15, 2011
Source: WAAW Foundation
Summary:

WAAW foundation is pleased to announce the next round of its scholarship program, offering $500/year for need-based female African students admitted to a University, College or institute of higher learning in Africa. Scholarships are renewable annually, following proof of the student’s continued academic performance. [read more]