NITDA Masters and Doctoral Scholarship 2021/2022 for Nigerians

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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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