2024 University Of Ghana DASH Masters and PhD Scholarship

Published: 22 May 2024

The DASH project, which stands for the Research Network for Design and Evaluation of Adolescent Health Interventions and Policies in Sub-Saharan Africa, is a multi-country study funded by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research. Its goal is to promote and improve adolescent health through targeted research in three main areas: sexual and reproductive health, nutrition and physical activity, and mental health and violence. This project brings together institutions from Ghana, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and Germany to develop a comprehensive understanding and intervention framework for adolescent health challenges.

University Of Ghana DASH Masters and PhD Scholarship

Application Deadline	June 14, 2024
Country to study	Ghana
School to study	University of Ghana
Type	Postgraduate
Course to study	View courses
Sponsor	University of Ghana
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of University Of Ghana DASH Masters and PhD Scholarship

• Full tuition fee coverage.
• Research funding for dissertation or thesis.
• On-campus accommodation costs.
• Monthly stipend for living expenses (PhD).
• Support for attending relevant conferences and workshops (PhD).

University Of Ghana DASH Masters and PhD Scholarship Courses

• Applied Epidemiology
• Public Health

Requirements for University Of Ghana DASH Masters and PhD Scholarship

• Be willing to undertake full-time study.
• Demonstrate ability to conduct independent statistical data analysis.
• Show willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Meet the University of Ghana’s admission requirements for postgraduate studies.
• Be capable of conducting fieldwork in challenging settings.
• For PhD applicants, having previous publication experience is an added advantage.
• Be under the age of 40 years.
• Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

Selection Process

Applicants are selected based on the following: 

Master’s Applicants:

• Hold a good first degree in relevant fields.
• Have at least two years of work experience in a health-related field.

PhD Applicants:

• Hold a master’s degree in disciplines related to health such as Public Health, Applied Epidemiology, and Global Health, among others.
• Have at least two years of post-master’s work or research experience, preferably in a health-related field.

Application Documents

• A cover letter explaining your interest in the project.
• Complete curriculum vitae (CV), including statistical analysis and research experience.
• Personal Statement.
• Proof of application to the University of Ghana
• At least one (1) letter of recommendation

Application Deadline

June 14, 2024

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to University of Ghana on apply.ug.edu.gh to apply