SAMRC Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Biostatistics at South African University 2019 and How to Apply
SAMRC Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Biostatistics at South African University 2019 and How to Apply
Applications are currently invited from suitably qualify candidates for SAMRC Master’s and Doctoral Scholarships in Biostatistics at South African University 2019. Deadline for Submitting of applications for this scholarship is 30th October 2018. Continue Reading…
SAMRC Master’s and Doctoral Scholarship in Biostatistics
Applications are invited for Master’s and Doctoral Scholarships in the field of Biostatistics at a South African University. Scholarships are available for South African citizens.
The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) was established in 1969 with a mandate to improve the health of the country’s population, through research, development and technology transfer, so that people can enjoy a better quality of life. The scope of the organisation’s research projects includes tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, cardiovascular and non-communicable diseases, gender and health, and alcohol and other drug abuse. With a strategic objective to help strengthen the health systems of the country – in line with that of the Department of Health, the SAMRC constantly identifies the main causes of death in South Africa.
Scholarship Description
Applications Deadline:
- October 30, 2018
Course Level:
- Scholarships are available for Master’s and Doctoral degree programme in the field of Biostatistics at a South African University.
Study Subject:
- Scholarships are awarded in the field of Biostatistics at a South African University.
Scholarship Award:
- (At least: dependent on exchange value and costs of travel variations)
Master’s: R140 000.00 plus R20 000.00 = R160 000.00 pa
PhD: R180 000.00 plus R20 000.00 = R200 000.00
Scholarship provisions
- Tuition costs
- A monthly stipend to cover accommodation and living expenses.
- Textbooks and study materials
- Attendance at relevant conferences (Flights, accommodation, conference registration fees).
Nationality:
- Scholarships are available for South African citizens.
Number of Scholarships:
- Numbers not given
Scholarship can be taken in
- South Africa
Scholarship Eligibility:
Eligible Countries:
- Scholarships are available for South African citizens.
Entrance Requirements:
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The funding will cover students who are South African citizens or permanent residents and under 40 years of age, undertaking a Master’s or PhD programme in Statistics/Biostatistics at South African universities.
- Master Scholarships: Students should be possession of at least an Honours degree in Mathematical Statistics, Applied Statistics or Mathematics.
- Doctoral Scholarships: Students should in possession of at least a Master’s degree in Mathematical Statistics, Applied Statistics, Biostatistics or Mathematics.
How to Apply:
- Interested applicants should complete the Application form, attach the relevant documents listed in the Table and forward to Michelle Mashigo at Michelle.Mashigo-at-mrc.ac.za.
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