Published: 12 Jul 2021 2,922 views
The Wellcome Trust scheme offers nationals of low- and middle-income countries the opportunity to receive training at Master’s degree level.
This scheme strengthens scientific research capacity in low- and middle-income countries, by providing support for junior researchers to gain research experience and high-quality research training at Masters Degree level.
Research projects should be aimed at understanding and controlling diseases (either human or animal) of relevance to local, national or global health. This can include laboratory based molecular analysis of field or clinical samples, but projects focused solely on studies in vitro or using animal models will not normally be considered under this scheme.
Application Deadline | August 24, 2021 |
Country to study | United Kingdom |
Type | Masters |
Sponsor | Wellcome Trust |
Gender | Men and Women |
£120,000 including salary, studentship stipend, fees and research expenses.
Duration: This fellowship normally provides up to 30 months’ support. A period of 12 months should normally be dedicated to undertaking a taught Masters course at a recognized centre of excellence, combined with up to 18 months to undertake a research project.
Interested candidate should apply if they:
You must also:
Candidate CANNOT apply if they are:
Selection Criteria:
You must submit your application through the Wellcome Trust Grant Tracker (WTGT)
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