Sholarship of One Year “Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Population and Policy Analysis (PPA)” in South Africa


We are pleased to inform that, PPD, with the support of the Department of Social Development of the Government of South Africa, is offering 5 scholarships of a “One Year Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Population and Policy Analysis (PPA)” for the professionals working in the field of Population and Development.

The course will be conducted at the North West University, Mafikeng Campus, South Africa commencing in March 2018. The aim of the course is to provide advanced understanding and practical skills for interlinking research, policy and programs for middle and high level manager with planning responsibilities.

The scholarship will cover registration fees, tuition fees, accommodation on campus; a contribution of ZAR 15000 towards meals expenses and a contribution of ZAR 6000 for textbooks and stationery. Successful applicant should secure their own funding/ sponsorship for travel and other expense.

In order to be eligible for scholarship, the candidate must be

  1. Holding a graduate/bachelor degree preferably in Social Science
  2. Service holder of government with at least 2 years’ experience in population & development arena.
  3. Have good communication and understanding skills in English since English is the medium of the instruction of the course.

Considering that, you are kindly requested to send us the nomination along with duly filled application form, CV, Passport size photo and the necessary academic and job certificate of candidate including a letter of approval from the employer before 5 June 2017. The application should be sent to [tahrima@ppdsec.org] to the attention of Ms. Tahrima Khan.

Please click here to download application form, brochure and letter from PPD.

Kindly note that, 5 scholarships are available for the eligible candidates from PPD Member States in Africa Region only.

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