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Nigerian government to pay undergraduates studying education N75,000, opens portal

by Radarr Africa
written by Radarr Africa

The Nigerian government has opened a portal for students of education to register for a bursary of N75,000.

This comes after the approval  of N75,000 per semester for Nigerian undergraduates  in the faculty of education in public universities across the country.

In addition, students in colleges of education are entitled to N50,000 per semester.

In 2021, the education minister, Adamu Adamu, stated during the World Teachers’ Day celebration in Abuja that the bursary programme is in line with President Muhammadu Buhari’s commitment to reform the education sector.

He stated that undergraduate students of B.Ed / B.A. Ed/ BSc. Ed in public institutions was to receive stipends of N75,000.00 per semester while NCE students will get N50,000.00 as stipends per semester.

Eligibility 

To qualify for the bursary award, the concerned students applying for the bursary programme must be undergoing degree programmes in education in either public universities or colleges of education and they must be full-time students.

  • The bursary is also open to physically challenged students who must be in their first year or above.
  • The scholarship is not open to those already enjoying other forms of scholarship.
  • Applicants can apply online at www.education.gov.ng or https://fsbn.com.ng/applicants/auth/register/35565
  • Applicants are to complete the form online, complete it, and submit and print a copy.
  • Applicants are also to attach photocopies of their letter of admission with their current school identity card.
  • Multiple entries are not allowed as applicants are advised to make only one entry to avoid being disqualified.

Source: Nairametrics

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LSBU, UK introduces Chancerygate Foundation Bursary for International Students.

by Radarr Africa
written by Radarr Africa

LSBU, London South Bank University is pleased to introduce its Chancerygate Foundation Bursary for African and Caribbean students for the academic year 2022-2023. New and existing international students are eligible to apply to the programme.

This bursary opportunity is open to applicants who identify as being from an African and Caribbean heritage background, aiming to study specific undergraduate surveying courses that lead to Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accreditation. It will encourage qualifying students to break barriers and build long-term careers within the property industry.

This bursary opportunity is open to applicants who identify as being from an African and Caribbean heritage background, aiming to study specific undergraduate surveying courses that lead to Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accreditation. It will encourage qualifying students to break barriers and build long-term careers within the property industry.

Application Deadline: Applications must be received by 24 August 2022 at 12:00 pm (noon) UK time.

Brief Description

  • University or Organization: London South Bank University
  • Department: NA
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Award: £10,000
  • Number of Awards: N/A
  • Access Mode: Online
  • Nationality: African and Caribbean students
  • The award can be taken in the UK

Eligibility     

  • Eligible Countries: Students from African and Caribbean  students are eligible to apply.
  • Eligible Course or Subjects: Undergraduate degree in Bsc building surveying or BSc Quantity Surveying offered by the university
  • Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet all the following criteria:
  • You identify as being from an African and Caribbean heritage background.
  • Your household income is less than £25k per annum.
  • You will be under the age of 26 when you start the course.
  • You are the first generation in your family to progress to higher education.
  • You identify yourself as being disabled or having a specific learning difference.
  • You have spent time in care in the UK, been placed in care, or are estranged from your family.
  • Social services recognize you as a young adult career.
  • You are entering Higher Education with a BTEC as your main qualification.
  • You are a mature student (aged 21 years or over on 1 September before you start your course) who does not currently hold a bachelor’s degree.
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How to Apply

  • How to Apply: Aspirants must have to enroll in the LSBU Online Application System at the university. International undergraduate students can apply via UCAS. After that, please get in touch with us at [email protected]. 
  • Supporting Documents: All the following supporting information must be included as part of your application (we cannot accept separate supporting documents by email).
  • Personal Statement (maximum 250 words per question)
  • Your strengths and achievements to date. It can include both academic and personal achievements.
  • What do you hope to go on to do when you complete your course.
  • How and why the financial support will impact you and your studies?
  •  Admission Requirements: The applicants must meet the merit criteria and other additional requirements. 
  • Language Requirement: The applicants are required to check and meet the English language requirements of their chosen university.

Benefits

  • Student beneficiaries will receive £10,000 per year for living expenses and access to real work experience opportunities in the industry.
  • For students on a multi-year degree course, the bursary will be paid during each year of study, with the exception of students undertaking a placement year.
  • Bursary recipients will receive their bursary in two equal instalments of £5,000.
  • Continued receipt of the Bursary is conditional on students progressing to their next year of study.

Source: Scholarship Position

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