Carleton University Queen Elizabeth Scholarship 2023 – Apply Here

Carleton University Queen Elizabeth Scholarship 2023 – Apply Here. Carleton University is now inviting applications for the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship program. Check the article below for how to apply and the requirements.

Carleton University

Situated on unceded Algonquin territory beside the historic Rideau Canal, an official UNESCO World Heritage Site, Carleton University was founded by the community in 1942 to meet the needs of veterans returning from the Second World War. Carleton University is a community of talented, committed and enthusiastic faculty and staff, dedicated to excellence and to supporting the education and research that distinguishes Carleton as Canada’s Capital University.

Carleton University Queen Elizabeth Scholarship

As the first cohort of the Carleton University Queen Elizabeth Scholarship for Advanced Scholars from West Africa (QES-AS-WA) wraps up, we are delighted to announce the second and final call for applications for the second cohort scheduled for 2023-24. The program Wurin ta na yin rubutu – Her own room to write, which runs until October 2024, is open to West African women in the final stage of their PhD program, postdoctoral researchers, and early career academics affiliated to institutions, to participate in a research acceleration experience.

Scholars must be registered for their PhD at a West African university; postdoctoral fellows/researchers or early career PhD scholars must be working at a West African university.

As part of the award, successful candidates will be granted access to Carleton’s library resources. The scholars are expected to participate in workshops designed to augment research skills including writing, publishing, data analysis, and grant applications. Scholars will also benefit from joint research projects with their mentors and the many talks and lectures hosted by the Institute of African Studies (IAS) as well as by other departments and community partners.

Benefits of Carleton University Queen Elizabeth Scholarship

Mobility expenses
Accommodation
Research placement expenses
Travel and health insurance

Requirements for Carleton University Queen Elizabeth Scholarship

Applicants must be African women.
All applicants must be able to communicate in English or French.
Must be enrolled i a doctoral research, post-doctoral research or early career research.
Must be from an eligible West African countries.
Research must fall into the eligible thematic areas.
Applicants must be mobile and willing to travel. Travel may occur across West Africa and/or to Canada where feasible and permissible.