NITDA Masters and Doctoral Scholarship 2021/2022 for Nigerians

The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has its mandate to develop and regulate Information Technology in Nigeria.

Developing and regulating IT will support transforming Nigeria into an IT-driven economy for global competitiveness and the dire need for digital literacy.

The Agency has since 2010 established a scholarship scheme for Masters and Doctoral degree in relevant areas of Information Technology (IT) and ICT Law obtainable in Nigerian (Government and Private) Universities.

Criteria:

The scholarship award is strictly based on merit and is evenly distributed between the six geo-political zones for the PhD, 36 States and FCT for MSc.

Duration:

The sponsorship for the Master’s programme will run for one year and the Doctorate programme for three years.

Eligibility:

1. PhD: Only University and Polytechnic Lecturers with MSc in any Information Technology related field are eligible to apply for sponsorship.
2. MSc: Holders of First Class or Second Class (Upper) Honours Bachelor’s degree, in Information Technology related field and Law.

Kindly note that:

• A comprehensive computer-based Aptitude test will be conducted to determine successful candidates for the award.
• Only candidates found eligible will be invited.
• Furthermore, there will be interview (which includes supplementary test, verification of credentials & character evaluation) for best performing candidates.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the criteria listed above should apply by clicking on the “Apply” button below:

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