National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) Scholarship Scheme Form, Criteria, Duration, Eligibility, Aptitude Test Date, Time and Online Registration Guidelines for 2019/2020 Academic Session.
The National
Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has as its mandate to
develop and regulate the Information Technology in Nigeria. Developing
and regulating IT will support in transforming Nigeria into an IT driven
economy for global competitiveness and the dire need of 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 Masters programme will run for one year and the Doctorate programme for three years.Eligibility:
- PhD: Only University and Polytechnic Lecturers with MSc in any Information Technology related field are eligible to apply for sponsorship.
- MSc: Holders of First Class or Second Class (Upper) Honours Bachelor’s degree, in Information Technology related field and Law.
Method of Application
Interested candidates who meet the criteria listed above should apply by clicking on the “Apply” button.Note
- 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.
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