Blue Grant Scholarship Under BE-Prosper Project
Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) in partnership with University of British Columbia (UBC)
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
MSc Information Security — Unicaf Scholar
While you wait for a fully funded opportunity, don’t put your education on hold. I completed my MSc through Unicaf — studying online from Nairobi while working full-time. The tuition discount made it genuinely affordable, and the degree is from an accredited UK university.
If you’re serious about advancing your career now, I’d encourage you to explore it. I only recommend what I’ve used myself.
About This Scholarship
The Blue Grant Scholarship strengthens regional capacity in Blue Economy leadership, fisheries value chains, coastal governance, and sustainable ocean management for professionals from East Africa. Successful candidates will pursue graduate studies at the University of British Columbia, one of the world’s leading institutions in Fisheries Economics and Management.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition covered
- Accommodation support
- Stipend for living expenses
Who Can Apply
- 1 Must be a citizen of South Sudan, Djibouti, or Somalia
- 2 Must hold a university degree in natural science, engineering, or social sciences with relevant fields such as marine and fisheries science, environmental economics, agriculture economics, maritime sociology, veterinary science, community development, maritime or civil engineering, ocean policy, human geography, or related discipline
- 3 Must be between 25 and 40 years old
- 4 Must be currently working in public sector/government, private sector, international/inter-governmental organisations, NGOs, or civil society organisations
- 5 Must have strong academic or professional interest in blue economy, fisheries management, fish value chains, regional trade corridors, ports and maritime connectivity
- 6 Must be motivated to contribute to sustainable fisheries management and responsible use of marine resources
- 7 Must be interested in pursuing advanced training and collaborating with researchers at University of British Columbia and IGAD Secretariat