Seize the Opportunity: The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) Masters Fellowships Awaiting Applications
Are you a driven individual from an Anglophone sub-Saharan African country looking to further your education in economics? The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) is offering Masters Fellowships for the academic year 2024/2025. This is your chance to join a prestigious community of scholars at one of the participating universities and propel your career to new heights.
Participating Universities:
- Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia
- University of Botswana
- University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- University of Cape Coast, Ghana
- University of Ghana, Legon
- University of Nairobi, Kenya
- University of Mauritius
- University of Namibia
- University of Malawi
- University of Zimbabwe
- Makerere University
Eligibility Criteria:
- Admission to one of the AERC Collaborative Masters Programme (CMAP) universities.
- A Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent in Economics or related field.
- Special encouragement for female applicants and those from post-conflict and fragile states.
Application Process:
- Apply and secure admission directly through your chosen university.
- Once admitted, submit the following documents on the AERC scholarship portal:
- Application cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Evidence of admission
- Certified copies of transcripts and certificates
Deadline: The application deadline for the AERC Masters Fellowships is May 15, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How do I apply for the AERC Masters Fellowship? A: Apply for admission to one of the listed CMAP universities. After receiving your admission letter, upload the required documents to the AERC scholarship portal.
Q: Who is eligible for the AERC Masters Fellowships? A: Applicants must have been admitted to a CMAP university and possess at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in Economics or a related field. Female applicants and those from post-conflict regions are highly encouraged to apply.
Q: What is the deadline for the AERC Masters Fellowships application? A: The deadline to apply for the scholarship is May 15, 2024.
For more information and to apply, visit the AERC Masters Fellowships portal.