IUCEA invites suitably qualified Nationals of the East African Community (EAC) partner States to apply for cohort 1 Postgraduate programs of the East Africa Community Student’s Mobility Scholarship Scheme (EAC-SMS). The EAC-SMS is funded by a consortium of IUCEA- Member Universities, The IUCEA, and Parents/ Guardians/Self.
Important Timelines:
CALL OPEN: August 2nd, 2023
CALL CLOSES: August 28th, 2023, not later than 17:00 hours, East African Time.
Eligibility: Nationals of the EAC Partner states (Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda).
Duration of the Scholarship: Depending on the selected University program for the Masters’s or Doctoral.
1. BACKGROUND
The Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) is mandated by the IUCEA Act 2009, to coordinate higher education in the East African Community (EAC). In the operationalization of her mandate as per the Act, access to and affordability of higher education in the EAC region has been high on the agenda. Over the years, IUCEA has implemented some strategies and operations on academic mobility to facilitate student and staff mobility to promote regional integration. The students’ mobility programme including scholarships has attracted several initiatives, namely uniform fees for EAC citizen students to be charged in EAC countries’ host universities, and scholarship programmes for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
The Students Mobility programme in East Africa was first facilitated in the form of an exchange programme between Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda through the University of East Africa established in 1963 and it continued until 2004.
Following the above rich history of regional students’ mobility and scholarship programme, and the resolutions of the IUCEA Annual Meeting held in Kigali in 2019, IUCEA started the process to revive the East African Community Students Mobility program. Compared to the high demand for scholarships and the limited available opportunities, the 10th IUCEA Annual meeting held in June 2019 in Kigali, Rwanda, encouraged IUCEA member universities to provide at least 1 slot for students from the EAC Partner States other than their own. Hence many Universities committed to offering scholarships by waiving Tuition and examination fees, while IUCEA will provide traveling expenses and Health Insurance, and the remaining cost will be on the side of the parents/ guardians/self. (See the responsibility of each party at the end of the call)
The postgraduate scholarship supports Master’s and Ph. D’ students in the selected programs (Table 1).
The students are required to apply to study in another EAC country (not their country of origin/citizenship).
2. SCHOLARSHIP PACKAGE
46 postgraduate scholarships are available in the 2023/2024 academic year.
Responsibility of the parties:
A) IUCEA- Inter-University Council for East Africa
a) Provide medical insurance.
b) Provide transport facilitation by road whenever applicable at the beginning and the end of the academic programme.
c) Provide Masters and Ph.D. students with a lump sum for research (after completion of coursework).
B) Universities
a) Offer scholarships through tuition and examination fees waiver.
b) Offer admission and induction to the scholarship awardees.
c) Provide a contact person for liaison with IUCEA and Parents/guardians.
d) Monitor and provide regular progress reports on the performance of the scholarship programme.
C) Parents / Guardians/self/Sponsors
a) Cater for accommodation and living expenses.
b) Cater for other university fees (except tuition and examination- provided in the scholarship).
c) Provide any other material/ information as may be required.
D) Students
a) Apply to the universities of their choice in the region whose programmes have been selected for the scholarship scheme.
b) Mobilise any additional resources to support their studies.
c) Provide information on their academic and social welfare to IUCEA, University, and Parents.
3. PROGRAMMES ON OFFER
The following programs are on offer (by country, University, and available slots and Intake).
| LEVEL | PROGRAMMES | UNIVERSITY TENABLE | COUNTRY TENABLE | STUDY DURATION | SLOTS | INTAKE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master | Master of Arts in Cooperative and Community Development | Moshi Cooperative University | Tanzania | 2 | 2 | OCT |
| Masters | Agricultural Extension | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Masters | Business Administration | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Masters | Business Administration | Kibabii University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/ SEPT |
| Masters | Education | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Masters | Epidemiology and Biostatistics | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Masters | Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Masters | Information Technology | Kibabii University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/ SEPT |
| Masters | Information Technology Security and Audit | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Business Administration | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Economics (Corporation and Human Development) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Economics (International Trade) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Education (Educational Management) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Education (Educational Planning) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Public Health (Reproductive Health) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Regional Integration | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Science (Climate Change and Sustainability) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Science (Integrated Soil Fertility) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Science (Knowledge Management) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Science in Biotechnology | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Science in Computer Science | Muranga University of Science and Technology (MUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT/JAN/MAY |
| Masters | Master of Science in Crop Protection (Plant Pathology) | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Science in Entrepreneurship | Kenyatta University | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT |
| Masters | Master of Science in Information Technology | Muranga University of Science and Technology (MUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT/JAN/MAY |
| Masters | Master of Technology in Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Muranga University of Science and Technology (MUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT/JAN/MAY |
| Masters | Master of Technology in Mechanical Engineering | Muranga University of Science and Technology (MUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | SEPT/JAN/MAY |
| Masters | Pure/Applied Mathematics | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Masters | Urban Environmental Planning and Management | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 2 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Masters | Master LLM ICT | Open University of Tanzania (OUT) | Tanzania | 2 | 1 | OPEN |
| Masters | Master MED CDD | Open University of Tanzania (OUT) | Tanzania | 2 | 1 | OPEN |
| Masters | Master MED QM | Open University of Tanzania (OUT) | Tanzania | 2 | 1 | OPEN |
| Masters | Master of Arts In Security and Strategic Studies | Nkumba University | Uganda | 2 | 1 | FEB/AUG |
| Masters | Master of Business Administration | Nkumba University | Uganda | 2 | 1 | FEB/AUG |
| Masters | Masters in Business Administration | Makerere University | Uganda | 2 | 1 | AUG |
| Masters | Masters in Education | Makerere University | Uganda | 2 | 1 | AUG |
| Masters | Masters in Public Administration | Makerere University | Uganda | 2 | 1 | AUG |
| Masters | Renewable Energy | Makerere University | Uganda | 2 | 1 | AUG |
| Ph. D | Ph. D Business Administration | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 3 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Ph. D | Ph. D Business Information Systems | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 3 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Ph. D | Ph. D Education | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 3 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Ph. D | Ph. D Epidemiology and Biostatistics | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 3 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Ph. D | Ph. D Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 3 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Ph. D | Ph. D Information Technology Security and Audit | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 3 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Ph. D | Ph. D Planning | Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) | Kenya | 3 | 1 | JAN/MAY/SEPT |
| Ph.D | PhD Astronomy | Open University of Tanzania (OUT) | Tanzania | 3 | 1 | OPEN |
| Ph.D | PhD Tourism | Open University of Tanzania (OUT) | Tanzania | 3 | 1 | OPEN |
4. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The minimum requirements for qualification into the Programme are:
a) Citizenship: Be a national and resident of a partner state of the East African Community.
b) Eligible programme at an eligible university: Have been accepted for admission in an eligible programme at an eligible university that participates in the EAC-SMS and is in another country of the EAC other than their own. However, applicants should not wait until they are admitted to apply for the scholarship.
c) Statement of motivation: Submit a motivation letter in English (with not more than 300 words) as follows:
- Demonstrate a convincing motivation to pursue the Programme chosen.
- Adequately demonstrate the foreseen professional engagement in the EAC Integration agenda after completing the Programme
- Demonstrate how the acquired skills and knowledge from the Programme will be applied to contribute to the EAC Integration Agenda
- Demonstrate where they anticipate seeing themselves professionally and academically in 5 to 10 years.
d) Financial need: Demonstrate financial need.
e) Age, academic performance record & experience: (as per the advertisement).
CRITERIA FOR ELIGIBILITY FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME
Masters
a) Be a National and resident of a partner state of the East African Community. +(provide either: National ID/Passport/Birth Certificate). +Proof of Residency (provide a certificate from the local government)
b) Be below 35 years of age at the time of application.
c) Possess at least an equivalent of Upper Second-Class Honours or “Distinction”
Ph.D
a) Be a National and resident of a partner state of the East African Community. + (provide either: National ID/Passport/Birth Certificate).+ Proof of Residency (provide a certificate from the local government)
b) Be below 45 years of age at the time of application.
c) Excellent academic performance record.
d) Work experience will be an added advantage.
5. APPLICATION PROCESS
The application process is two-fold and each MUST be completed separately
I) Application for Admission to the University.
Step 1: Identify the programme and University of their choice from section 4 above that contains Eligible Programmes;
Step 2: Fill out the application form for admission to the university of choice (Check the university website). Ensure you pay the University application fee (Attach to your application).
Step 3: Submit the completed university application form and supporting documents to the selected university indicating that you are applying for the IUCEA (EAC-SMS) Scholarship.
Notes: (1) Candidates may apply to more than one University (BUT CAN ONLY BE OFFERED ONE SCHOLARSHIP). (2) Candidates may apply for more than one programme; however, each programme should have its application form and attachments.
II) Application for the EAC-SMS Scholarship.
Step 4: Register online for the scholarship https://www.iucea.org/01sms
Step 5: Download the Scholarship Application Form
and complete it.
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APPLICATION FORM-EAC-SMS COHORT 1 POST GRADUATE - APPLICATION FORM-EAC-SMS COHORT 1 POST GRADUATE.docxStep 6: Submit the COMPLETE application form in step 5 (above) and supporting documents in PDF format as one zip folder electronically to eacsms@iucea.org and exsec@iucea.org
NOTE: Please indicate the subject line as; YOUR NAME, EAC-SMS Application, MONTH YEAR, e.g. Amani Africa, EAC-SMS Application, August 2023.
The Following Supporting Documents are required.
a) A letter of motivation for applying for the scholarship.
b) Updated and Signed Curriculum Vitae.
c) Certified copies of all academic certificates and transcripts.
d) A copy of the university Application Form and its attachments (including payment of application fees).
e) A recent passport photograph in colour capturing your full head and upper shoulders.
f) Evidence of Nationality of a Partner State in the East African Community such as a copy of a national identity card/ passport/birth certificate.
g) Any outstanding awards like leadership/community service etc.
h) Any other form of evidence required in the application form e.g. medical reports, photos, and letters of reference.
Note: (1) Applicants with academic qualifications obtained from foreign institutions must be equated by the authorised national agency (National Council/ Commission for Higher Education) in their respective countries. (2) Applicants with supporting documents (transcripts, certificates among others) in languages other than English//KISWAHILI are required to submit both the originals and copies translated into the English language by an accredited language translations provider.
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