About the Scholarship Scheme
First Class average in each of the last two years of full-time study or equivalent (minimum 4.5/5.0 CGPA).
100% Full Tuition Waiver with zero out-of-pocket tuition liability.
Monthly living allowance deposited directly into your bank account.
Roundtrip economy flights from your home country included.
Full international health surcharge / NHS medical insurance covered.
Zero application fees ($0 / ₦0) on the official provider portal.
Exclusive alumni network spanning global corporate & policy leaders.
Institutional Profile & Rules
Scholarship Funding & Complete Benefits
Comprehensive breakdown of all expenses covered under this award.
100% Tuition Fees Coverage
Includes funding intended to cover tuition and research costs
Zero Tuition LiabilityMonthly Living Allowance
CAD $50,000 per year tax-free stipend
Direct DepositInternational Travel
Research travel and conference allocations
Roundtrip CoveredMedical & Health Cover
Provincial healthcare coverage via host university
Full Surcharge PaidArrival Grant & Research Allowance
One of the world’s most prestigious doctoral awards
Relocation SupportApplication Fee ($0 Guarantee)
Handled via Canadian university graduate admission process
$0 / ₦0 VerifiedYour Profile Compatibility
Evaluated across 6 criteria benchmarks using your saved student profile.
Eligibility Checklist
Nationality / Origin: Open to African Scholars (Sub-Saharan Africa)
Your nationality is confirmed eligible for this scheme.
Academic Degree Level: DOCTORATE
Matches your current education trajectory.
Field Discipline: cs it, data ai, engineering
Eligible across accredited faculty programs.
Academic Standing / Minimum CGPA: 4.5/5.0 (First Class or 2:1)
Exceeds the minimum academic cutoff requirement.
English Proficiency / WAEC Waiver: English Medium Proof Accepted
No mandatory $250 IELTS fee required for eligible applicants.
Work Experience / Leadership: Demonstrated exceptional research leadership potential and academic excellence.
Extracurricular leadership & university involvement qualify.
Official Application Roadmap & Stages
Follow these verified stages to submit a winning application.
Contact prospective doctoral supervisor and graduate department at a Canadian university.
Submit application via ResearchNet by institutional deadline (usually Sept–Oct).
Canadian university selects and forwards nominees to Government of Canada federal selection committee.
Awards announced in April.
Always begin your application at least 3 weeks prior to the official deadline. Secure your academic recommendation letters early and ensure your statement of purpose links your chosen studies with measurable future contributions in your home community.
Required Document Vault
Tick items as you prepare and scan your verified copies.
ScholarshipHQ Intelligence Guide
Clear answers to common questions about eligibility, deadlines, and funding.
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