Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) is offering its Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme (PGSS) to exceptional Nigerian graduates, providing full funding for master’s studies in the United Kingdom. This scholarship covers all major expenses, including tuition, travel, accommodation, and living allowances, empowering recipients to advance their education in fields crucial to Nigeria’s development.
Scholarship Details
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- Host Country: United Kingdom
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- Study Level: Postgraduate/Master’s
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- Eligible Countries: Nigeria
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- Scholarship Value: Full tuition, living stipends, accommodation, travel costs
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- Application Deadline: November 15, 2024
Scholarship Focus and Commemoration
In celebration of its 35th incorporation anniversary and 25 years of operational excellence, NLNG introduces a special edition of the PGSS. This edition prioritizes students from NLNG’s host communities, extending opportunities to individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, including Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWDs), to pursue advanced studies in the UK.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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- Be Nigerian citizens, residing in Nigeria, and committed to returning post-graduation.
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- Hold a degree from a Nigerian public university.
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- Have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
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- Must not be receiving any other scholarship or grant.
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- Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential.
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- Not be directly related to NLNG staff.
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- Have conditional admission to a UK university in an eligible field (listed below).
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- Meet English language proficiency requirements (IELTS, TOEFL, or Pearson Test of English).
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- Be under 30 years old.
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- Hold a domiciliary bank account (GBP and USD) with GT Bank or First Bank.
Eligible Study Fields
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- MSc Civil Engineering
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- MSc Computer Science/Information Technology
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- MSc Mechanical Engineering
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- MSc Chemical Engineering
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- MSc Electrical/Electronic Engineering
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- MSc Petroleum/Gas Engineering
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- MSc Environmental Science
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- MSc Robotics Engineering/Artificial Intelligence
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- MSc Renewable Energy and Climate Studies
Scholarship Benefits
The NLNG Scholarship covers:
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- Full tuition fees for the selected UK program.
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- Flight and visa expenses.
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- Accommodation and living stipends.
Required Documents
Candidates should prepare the following documents:
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- Completed application form.
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- Recent passport photo (without glasses, no older than three months).
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- International passport bio-data page.
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- Bachelor’s degree certificate.
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- NYSC discharge certificate.
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- Conditional admission letter from the UK institution.
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- English language proficiency test results (IELTS, TOEFL, or Pearson Test).
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- Local Government Area identification letter.
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- Employer consent letter (if applicable).
Application Process
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- Visit the NLNG Scholarship page on Scholastica.
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- Register to create a profile, or log in if you already have an account.
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- Complete the application form, upload required documents, and submit your application.
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- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online proctored test.
Deadline: November 15, 2024.
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