PhD Scholarship by Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)

Published: 19 Dec 2019

The IsDB is pleased to announce that calls for scholarship applications for the academic year 2020/2021 is now and applications are therefore being invited from qualified applicants.

Recognizing the importance of qualified human resources for social advancement and sustainable development, the IsDB has been addressing human resources development in member countries alongside its development financing activities.

IsDB PhD Scholarship

Application Deadline	February 28, 2020
Funding Type	Fully Funded
Type	Ph.D
Sponsor	Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of IsDB PhD Scholarship

The programme covers the following items:

1. Monthly stipend commensurate with the cost of living of the country of study;
2. Tuition fees, if any, subject to IsDB’s approval;
3. Cost of medical treatment at university/government hospital.
4. Economy class return air tickets (once at the time of joining and on completion of study) and installation and equipment allowance for the students selected to study abroad at partnered universities/countries.
5. Thesis preparation allowance 
6. Scientific papers’ preparation allowance 

 

Requirements for IsDB PhD Scholarship

1. Have Master’s degree in one of the fields of study of the programme.
2. Have minimum ("Very Good") academic standing;
3. Preferably have work and/or research experience.
4. Have a research proposal in one of the fields of study of the programme stating its scientific and development relevance to the community / country.
5. Be medically fit and be willing to undergo medical tests after selection.

Selection Process

The review and selection process are undertaken by an independent International Selection Committee, composed of academicians and chaired by the Senior Advisor to the IsDB President for Science, Technology and Innovation. 

The Selection Committee assesses the applicants’ qualifications and eligibility requirements and ascertains the scientific and development relevance of the proposed fields of study. Recommendation for final selection is made by the committee and final selection is approved by the IsDB management whose decision is final. 

Application Deadline

February 28, 2020

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) on isdbscholarships.smartsimple.com to apply

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