PTDF Scholarship Scheme Opens for 2025/2026 Academic Year
The PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme is a fully funded MSc and PhD scholarship program designed to support Nigerian graduates seeking higher education in the oil and gas sector. The scheme is open for qualified Nigerians to gain admission into universities in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Malaysia, and at the PTDF-owned College of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Kaduna (CPESK) in Nigeria. This program aims to provide scholarship awards to Nigerian students pursuing Master’s and Doctoral degrees in fields relevant to the oil and gas industry.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality: Applicants must be Nigerian citizens
- Academic Qualification: Applicants must hold a first-class or second-class upper division degree in a relevant field
- Academic Distinction: Applicants must have a proven academic record of academic distinction
- Field of Study: Applicants must be seeking MSc or PhD degrees in fields relevant to the oil and gas sector
- Age: Applicants must be 25-40 years old
Benefits of the Scholarship
The PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme provides a comprehensive coverage for the following expenses:
- Flight tickets
- Health insurance
- Tuition fees
- Bench fees (where applicable)
- Living expenses
The scholarship offers the following benefits for MSc and PhD programs:
- Fully funded MSc scholarship will be provided in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Malaysia
- Fully funded PhD scholarship will be provided in Germany, France, and Malaysia
- Fully funded PhD scholarship for the United Kingdom will be offered exclusively as a Split-Site Programme at the PTDF College of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Kaduna (CPESK) in collaboration with three partner universities in the United Kingdom
Application Guidelines
Applications for the PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme should be submitted on or before June 4, 2025. Interested applicants can visit the application portal at https://scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng to access the application form and guidelines.
Application Timeline
The application deadline for the PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme is June 4, 2025.
Additional Information
More detailed information on the eligibility criteria, program structure, application guidelines, and partner institutions for MSc and PhD programs can be found on the PTDF official website. The PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme is a valuable opportunity for Nigerian students to pursue higher education in the oil and gas sector. By supporting Nigerian graduates with the necessary funding, the scheme aims to increase the number of Nigerians working in the oil and gas industry. The PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme is a program that will benefit Nigerian students by providing them with the necessary education and skills to succeed in the oil and gas sector.
Conclusion
The PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme is a valuable opportunity for Nigerian students to pursue higher education in the oil and gas sector. The scheme provides a comprehensive coverage for flight tickets, health insurance, tuition fees, bench fees, and living expenses. The scholarship offers fully funded MSc and PhD programs in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Malaysia. The application deadline for the PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme is June 4, 2025. Nigerian students who are interested in pursuing higher education in the oil and gas sector should not miss this opportunity.
