The Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World  (OWSD) is pleased to announce the OWSD PhD Fellowships for the academic session 2020-21.

The Fellowship is offered to women scientists from science- and technology-lagging countries (STLCs) to undertake PhD research in the natural, engineering and information technology sciences at a host institute in another developing country in the Global South.

The general purpose of the fellowship programme is to contribute to the emergence of a new generation of women leaders in science and technology and to promote their effective participation in the scientific and technological development of their countries.

• Application Deadline: Applications will open on February 3, 2020.
• Course Level: Fellowships are available for pursuing postgraduate studies leading to a doctorate degree at a centre of excellence (renowned research institutions/universities) in the South (developing countries) outside applicant’s home country.
• Study Subject: Applications are accepted from female scientists in all branches of the natural sciences.
• Agricultural Sciences
• Astronomy, Space and Earth Sciences
• Biological Systems and Organisms
• Chemical Sciences
• Computing and Information Technology
• Engineering Sciences
• Mathematical Sciences
• Medical and Health Sciences
• Neurosciences
• Physics
• Structural, Cell and Molecular Biology
• Scholarship can be taken in South (developing countries), outside their own country

Eligibility for the Scholarship:

• Eligible countries: The list of eligible countries is also available here.
• Entrance Requirements: Candidates must confirm that they intend to return to their home country as soon as possible after the completion of the fellowship.
• Host institutes must be located in a developing country in the South
• A list of recommended institutes is available here.
• Candidates should identify a host institute outside their home country.
• English Language Requirements: Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language/other language requirements in order to be able to study there.

Application Procedure:

• How to Apply: They strongly encourage eligible applicants to start gathering all requested documentation as soon as possible; sometimes it takes weeks to receive all relevant letters.
• PhD research proposal outline
• Degree certificates and transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae
• Preliminary acceptance letter
• Letter of commitment
• Reference letters
• Passport
• Registration and No objection certificate
• Supporting statement from home supervisor

Benefits

The OWSD fellowship covers:

• A monthly allowance to cover basic living expenses such as accommodation and meals while in the host country
• A special allowance to attend international conferences during the period of the fellowship
• A return ticket from the home country to the host institute for the agreed research period
• Visa expenses
• Annual medical insurance contribution
• The opportunity to attend regional science communications workshops, on a competitive basis
• Study fees in agreement with the chosen host institute which is also expected to contribute.

Scholarship Link