University of Exeter Oppenheimer Impact Scholarship: The Oppenheimer Impact Scholarship program is inviting interested candidates to apply for its 2024/2025 Scholar project on ‘Adaptation to Coastal Hazards in Southern Africa’.
The beneficiary will receive training to undertake a project that improves the accessibility and value of scientific information and predictions to policy-makers and planning practitioners in coastal settings, to support sustainable development and adaptation to rising sea levels and increasing storm surges.
The Oppenheimer Impact Scholarship is a prestigious award aimed at recognizing and supporting students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership qualities, and a commitment to making a positive impact on their communities.
Named after J. Robert Oppenheimer, the scholarship seeks to honor his legacy of intellectual excellence and social responsibility. Recipients of the Oppenheimer Impact Scholarship often receive financial assistance to pursue their educational goals and are provided with opportunities for mentorship and networking to further their endeavors in creating meaningful change in society.
Eligibility:
- Candidates must hold citizenship of an African Nation, and preference will be given to Mozambican nationals.
- Applicants must have obtained qualifications equivalent to a First or Second Class Upper UK Honours degree, in an appropriate area of science or technology, and have applied for a place on MSc Global Sustainability Solutions.
- If English is not your first language, you will need to meet our English language requirements.
Type: Ph.D.
Eligible Countries: African countries
Award to be Taken at(Country): UK
Award Value: Training post, tuition fee; stipend; paid internship, and allowances
Number of Awards: 100
Method of Application: For application processes and guidelines, click here
Application Deadline: 3rd April 2024
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