Applications are invited from suitably qualified Zambian nationals that meet the minimum requirements outlined here below to contest for Fifteen (15) scholarships under the Chinese Government Scholarship Scheme for the 2018/2019 Academic Year.
Available are: One (01) PhD, Two (02) Masters in any science related field and Twelve (12) undergraduates in the following fields of study: Agriculture, Nuclear Physics and Technology, Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Pharmacy and Economics.
Eligibility:
Applicants should:
Be Zambian citizens with Green National Registration Cards (NRC).
Undergraduate Applicants:
Be School Leavers who completed Grade 12 in 2016 and 2017.
Have Grades 1-3 in English, Mathematics and subjects relevant to the intended field of study. Be of maximum age 24 years by September 2018.
Master’s Applicants:
Hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree; and
Be of maximum age 34 years by September 2018.
PhD Applicants:
Hold a relevant Master’s degree; and
Be of maximum age 39 years by September 2018.
Conditions of the Scholarships:
Candidates should meet own cost towards:
(i) Expenses to and from the Airport;
(ii) Any short fall not adequately covered by the scholarship.
Duration:
This is dependent on the programme to be pursued, however, all include 1 year of Chinese language (5 to 7 years for Undergraduates; 2 to 3 years for Masters and PhD).
Method of Application:
Applicants should submit:
A typed application letter responding to the advert, clearly stating the field of study desired,
age and mobile phone number for easy communication;
Curriculum Vitae, Certified Photocopies of Educational Certificates, Transcript/Statement of results, NRC, eight (8) colour passport size photos and colour photo copy of pages 2 and 3 of the passport;
Applicants under the age of 18 should submit consent letters from their
parents/guardians;
One Letter of Recommendation from former secondary school (undergraduate).
Two Letters of Recommendation from Professors or Associate Professors (Masters and
PhD).
A study plan or synopsis of summarized details of the preferred course and how the intended course of study will enhance one’s contribution to Zambia’s development (200 words for undergraduates and 400 words for Masters and PhD applicants).
Employers' Recommendation letters stating that they would be granted leave to take up offers if selected (for Masters and PhD).
It is a requirement by the host country that all nominated candidates undergo comprehensive medical examinations including the HIV test.
Nominated candidates must note that last-minute withdrawals will attract serious sanctions from the Loans Board which may include being blacklisted.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Director
Higher Education Loans and Scholarships
P.O. Box 50464
Longacres
LUSAKA
or Hand delivered to:
Room 21 (Registry)
Board Maxwell House,
Annex Building Los Angeles Boulevard,
LUSAKA.
Closing date: Friday 9th March 2018.
For any clarification, contact us on telephone: +260 - 211-250726, Lusaka.
Note:
i. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Any applicant who would not hear from us by Monday 30th April 2018 should consider his/her application as unsuccessful;
ii. Students currently on Government sponsorship at UNZA, CBU or abroad are not eligible and, therefore, should not apply;
iii. Applicants should apply in only one field of study.
Ireen Nayame Chirwa (Mrs)
Acting Director
HIGHER EDUCATION LOANS AND SCHOLARSHIPS BOARD
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