Deadline: 4 November 2016
The UNU International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH) is seeking applications for its PhD Fellowship Programme 2017 with an aim to provide an opportunity for candidates enrolled in a PhD programme to expand their intellectual vision beyond their scientific disciplines.
UNU-IIGH offers an excellent multicultural environment for scholars to work on their research and interact with scholars from different countries and disciplines.
Applicants must be able to make use of the UNU-IIGH facilities in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to:
- Work on a project or projects assigned by the supervisor,
- Participate in other academic activities of the Institute while writing their dissertation.
The fellows shall also participate in regular in-house discussions and seminars, as well as contribute to the research and writing of the UNU-IIGH Working Paper Series.
Thematic Areas
- Systems Thinking for Urban Health
- Governance for Global Health
Benefits
- UNU-IIGH offers a monthly stipend for the 12-month duration of the fellowship.
- During the fellowship, the fellow, in addition to working on applicant’s research, is expected to participate in the research and academic activities related to UNU-IIGH thematic areas.
Eligibility Criteria
- The PhD Fellowship Programme is open to candidates who are enrolled in PhD programmes in educational institutions around the world, and who could benefit from a period of up to 12 months at UNU-IIGH.
- With a view to strengthening capacity building, doctoral students from educational institutions in developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Applicants can apply via given website.
For more information, please visit UNU-IIGH PhD Fellowship Programme 2017.