Join AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowships 2024 | Innovation and Development Studies

Hello, aspiring scholars! Are you pursuing a PhD in Africa and passionate about innovation and development? The AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowships Programme for 2024 offers a unique opportunity to delve deeper into these fields.

What is AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowships Programme?

Overview

AfricaLics, the African Network for Economics of Learning, Innovation, and Competence Building Systems, invites PhD students from African universities to participate in their 2024 cohort. This program focuses on nurturing talent in Innovation and Development studies.

Programme Timeline and Activities

Start Date: The program begins with online activities in February 2024.
End Date: Activities are expected to wrap up by the end of November or early December 2024.
Components: The program includes an introduction to Innovation & Development (I&D) studies, writing skills courses, academic journal article writing, and 3 – 5 Paper Presentation Seminars.
Study Visit: If funds allow, there might be a 3-month study visit to the University of Johannesburg (UJ).
Post-Program Engagement: Opportunities to stay connected with the AfricaLics community through alumni activities, research conferences, and webinars.

Funding and Costs

Travel and Living Expenses

Return Flight: Costs to Johannesburg may be covered by AfricaLics, subject to successful fundraising. Alternatively, students may fund these themselves.
Health Insurance: Students should arrange their own, with possible reimbursement from AfricaLics.
Stipend: If fundraising is successful, a monthly stipend of approximately $600 will be provided for living expenses in Johannesburg.
Additional Support: Joint courses and online mentoring activities will be covered by AfricaLics through support from Sida.

Additional Information

Family Expenses: The programme cannot cover costs for accompanying family members.
Home Supervisors Visit: Potential for a workshop visit by home supervisors and mentors if additional fundraising is successful.

Are You Eligible?

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you should:

Be enrolled as a PhD student at an African university.
Have completed your first year of studies by December 2023.
Have a background in relevant fields like Economics, Sociology, Political Science, STEM subjects, etc., from a social science perspective.
Possess adequate skills in English.
Be working on a subject relevant to innovation and development.
Submit a one-page application explaining your background and motivation.

How to Apply

Application Requirements

Your application should include:

A brief outline of your current PhD project (max. 5 pages).
Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of PhD courses attended.
Letters of support from your main PhD supervisor and University Administration.
Copies of academic certificates (Bachelor and Master as a minimum).
One writing sample from your current PhD program.

Application Process

Submit your applications to [email protected] by 23:00hrs East Africa time on December 1, 2023.

Download the application form here: AfricaLics PhD Fellowship Application Form

For more detailed information, visit AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowship Program.

Why Apply?

This fellowship is a stepping stone to:

Enhance your academic skills in innovation and development studies.
Network with peers and experts in the field.
Gain international exposure and academic experience.
Contribute to the growth and development of your field of study.

Conclusion

The AfricaLics PhD Visiting Fellowships Programme 2024 is more than just a fellowship; it’s an avenue for growth, learning, and contribution to the field of African Innovation and Development studies. If you meet the criteria and are ready for this academic journey, apply now and be part of something impactful!

Deadline Alert: Remember to submit your application by December 1, 2023!