The Africa Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC)

• Master of Science in Epidemiology in any of the fields of study listed above (18 months fulltime)

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be a citizen of and resident in any of the 55 African Union Member States, and working with a National Public Health Institute
• Must be nominated by a National Public Health Institute of any of the 55 African Union Members States
• Have proof of admission to undertake the full time Masters programme at the University of Witwatersrand
• Be a holder of a honours degree or equivalent in a relevant field, an MBBCh or other health related degree, at the level of Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent
• The degree must be from a reputable fully accredited University
• Have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement as evidenced by academic transcripts, and academic awards, if any
• Be able to commit to work in a National Public Health Institute in an African Union Member State on completion of studies for at least three (3) years
• Applicants should be 35 years or younger by 31st August 2018
• Be proficient in English
• Meet the university programme’s requirements: http://www.wits.ac.za/publichealth/academic-programmes/postgraduate/master-of-science-in-epidemiology/

Scholarship Worth:

• The cost of one most direct return economy air ticket per year;
• Tuition fees which will be paid directly to the University;
• Basic medical and accident insurance;
• Monthly stipend to cover living expenses including accommodation;
• A limited allowance towards the costs of recommended learning materials (reference text books and necessary software);
• Limited support for the research project expenses and
• Limited support towards the cost of a laptop.

How to Apply:

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the African Union Scholarships for the Masters Programme in Epidemiology