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Essay Competition: International Youth Day Essay Writing Competition – Youth4Nigeria 2022




Essay Competition: Here is another ecstatic opportunity for Nigerian writers who are passionate about the national development of Nigeria to showcase their writing skills in the 2022 International Youth Day Essay Writing Competition. This essay competition is sponsored by Youth4Nigeria, all interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply.

 

About the Youth for Nigeria Essay Competition

Once a year, the world comes to a halt to assess and address the cultural, social, and economic issues that young people around the world face. This year, Youth4Nigeria is focusing on a specific issue weighing on our country: low youth political participation.

The essay writing competition aims to encourage young people to think critically about this issue, to participate in the discussion, and to provide their analyses of the drivers and effects of youth political participation. The top three essays would be awarded cash prizes.



Essay Topic

The Importance of Youth Participation in Politics

Essay Scoring Modality

The essay will be scored based on the following criteria:

– Proper formatting (double spaced, justified alignment), proper punctuation and no grammatical errors- 5 marks

– Identifying the drivers of low youth political participation- 10 marks

– Linking this low participation to other governance issues and broader systemic or national issues- 15 Marks

– Proffering practical solutions to the above, and suggesting practical ways to boost youth interest and involvement in politics in all its expressions- 20 Marks

Total: 50 Marks

Apply Also: 2022 IdealMe Enrichment Foundation Humanitarian Award for Youth Worldwide


Eligibility Requirement

  • Participants must be between 18-30
  • Participants must be Nigerians
  • Must be following Youth4Nigeria (@ayouth4nigeria) on social media platforms

Award Prizes

1st Place: N50,000

2nd Place: N25,000

3rd Place: N15,000

How to Apply




Ensure you pay attention to the scoring modality. Write a well-structured and comprehensive essay. Submissions should be made by clicking the submit button below.

Submission Deadline: 3 August 2022

Apply Here

GoodLuck!


UK Scholarship: 2022 Imperial College London Scholarship for Developing Countries




UK Scholarship: Application is currently ongoing for the .2022 Imperial College London Scholarship for Developing Countries. This is an exceptional opportunity to study in the UK.

Imperial College London Studentships are available to eligible domestic and international students through the National Institute for Health Research.

The Imperial College London Studentship will be funded for three years and will include a Home Tuition Waiver as well as a tax-free bursary of £22,000 per year.

 

The NIHR-funded three-year Ph.D. studentship is available to eligible students from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).



About The Imperial College London Studentship

The Public Health Policy Evaluation Unit at Imperial College London’s Department of Primary Care and Public Health is offering a three-year NIHR-funded Ph.D. studentship to eligible students from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

 

This is part of a large NIHR-funded global health system and policy research program looking at health system fragmentation in Latin America and India.



Through a variety of research activities in four countries with high levels of poverty and inequality: Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, and India, this Ph.D. studentship will contribute to knowledge generation on health system fragmentation.

The proposed research program will help to quantify the nature and variation of financing fragmentation in the four focus countries, investigate how financing fragmentation affects health system goals, such as improved access and quality of health services at a lower cost to patients, and assess the impact of key health system reforms on fragmentation and health system goals.

 

Brief Scholarship Details

Sponsor(s): Imperial College London

Academic Level: Postgraduate/PhD

Award Value: Fully Funded Tuition Fees and £22,000 per annum

Eligible Countries: All Countries

Application Deadline: 12 August 2022



Full Scholarship Benefits

  • The studentship will be funded for three years with a tax-free bursary of £22,000 per annum.
  • Tuition fees, at the rate applicable to UK Home students, are covered by NIHR. Suitably qualified students non-eligible for home tuition fees are welcome to apply but will be responsible for paying the difference between the home and overseas fee rates.

Coming Soon: 2022/2023 British Chevening Scholarships to Study in UK



Eligibility Requirement for the Imperial College London Scholarship

Below are the criteria to be met for consideration in the 2022 Imperial College London Studentship. Candidates must:

  • meet the Imperial College Ph.D. entry requirements
  • hold or expect to obtain a first or upper-second class honors degree or equivalent.
  • A Master’s degree in a relevant subject (public health, epidemiology, health economics, health data science, health policy and planning, health financing) is highly advantageous.



Required Documents

Below are documents that must be made available by candidates:

  • CV
  • A one-page personal statement, and
  • The names and addresses of at least two academic referees

 

How to Apply




Below is the application procedure as provided by Imperial College London:

Please send a CV, a one-page personal statement, and the names and addresses of at least two academic referees to Dr. Thomas Hone by email at [email protected]. It is advisable you get in contact before applying to discuss relevant tuition fee support.

Imperial College Ph.D. entry requirements must be met. Informal discussions prior to application are welcome and for any further information please contact Dr. Thomas Hone at [email protected].

Please note that candidates must fulfill College admissions criteria.

 

Visit The Imperial College London Official Website For More Information

GoodLuck!

Kenyan Internships: 3000 Kenyan Public Service Commission (PSC) Internships for Unemployed Kenyans 2022

Kenyan Public Service Commission Internship




Kenyan Internships: Here is an exceptional opportunity for Kenyans to benefit from the ongoing 3000 Kenyan Public Service Commission (PSC) Internships for Unemployed Kenyans 2022 application.

The Public Service Internship Programme (PSIP) is a government initiative that allows graduates to gain valuable technical and professional skills as well as work experience in the public sector.

 

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is pleased to announce the hiring of 3,000 new employees for PSIP interns (Cohort 5) for the fiscal year 2022/2023



Brief Program Details

Sponsor(s): Kenyan Public Service Commission (PSC)

Program Type: Internship

Award Value: Monthly Stipends

Number of Awards: 300

Program Duration: 12 Months

Eligible Country: Kenya

Application Deadline: 9 August 2022

 

Eligibility Requirement for the 2022 Kenya PSC Internship

Below are the eligibility requirements for selection. Interested applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university;
  • Have graduated not earlier than the year 2017; and
  • Be proficient in computer skills.

Also Apply: 2023 DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Masters Scholarship Programme in Public Policy and Good Governance for Developing Countries


Duties and Responsibility of Interns

Duties include, but are not limited to;

  1. Completing duties mutually agreed upon and assigned by the supervisors;
    ii. Documenting relevant skills acquired in their areas of deployment; and
    iii. Actively participate in any relevant mentorship activities and additional responsibilities designed for the program.



Full Program Benefits

Stipend
The interns will be paid a stipend at a rate as determined by the Public Service Commission.

Certificate
On successful completion of the Internship Programme, the interns will be awarded a certificate.

 

How to Apply




Suitably and qualified graduates are requested to make their applications through the Commission’s job portal (link below) or Psckjobs.go.ke by 9th August 2022.

 

Visit PSC Official Webpage for More Information

GoodLuck!

 

Tech Bootcamp: Apply DevTown Python and Software Development Bootcamp




Tech Bootcamp: Registration is currently ongoing for the 2022 edition of DevTown Python and Software Development Bootcamp.

 

About DevTown

According to DevTown Management, we at DevTown (research and education-based startup) are a group of students who want to research and create projects in the field of AI and ML. We hope to provide students with an interactive learning platform where they can learn and develop projects with our assistance. We have collaborated with Kesha Kaneria, Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador (Beta Level), and there will be no charge for the events or webinars that they conduct and certify.



We strive to change students’ current learning strategies and incorporate a reasonable learning methodology in order to prepare them for the future with good knowledge of technologies and extensive practical experience in those fields through developing projects.

We believe you will enjoy this learning experience and use it to shape your future with DevTown.

 

Join these amazing bootcamps to learn new in-demand technologies with hands-on projects in each Bootcamp along with certificates from DevTown, MLSA, and AWS.

 

Brief Program Details

Sponsor(s): DevTown

Eligible Country: World Wide

Benefits: Free Training and Certification

Program Duration: 7 days

Tutor: Shaurya Sinha (Software Engineer and Data Analyst

Commencement of Bootcamp: 21 July 2022



Bootcamp Training Sessions

We have three Bootcamp sessions.

  1. Python and Machine Learning Bootcamp

 

Starting: 21 July 2022, 6:00 PM

Benefits

7-Days Live Sessions

Fundamentals to jobs in various fields

Certification of Completion

No prerequisite

Also Apply: 2022 SSA Google Developers Machine Learning Bootcamp

  1. Introduction to Data Structures Bootcamp: Arrays and Linked Lists with C++

Starting: 25 July 2022, 8:00 PM

Benefits

7-Days Live Sessions

Fundamentals to jobs in various fields

Certification of Completion

No prerequisite



  1. Front-end Web Development Bootcamp: JavaScript and React

Starting: 28 July 2022, 6:00 PM

Benefits

7-Days Live Sessions

Fundamentals to jobs in various fields

Certification of Completion

No prerequisite

 

How to Apply for DevTown BootCamp




Kindly click the “Apply Button” below

On the DevTown Event Page, select the Bootcamp of your choice and register.

NOTE: You can register for the three sessions.

 

Apply Here

GoodLuck!

Apply: 2022 First Bank Graduate Trainee Recruitment (Graduate Job)

First Bank Graduate Recruitment




First Bank Recruitment: The application is currently ongoing for the 2022 First Bank Graduate Trainee Recruitment (Graduate Job). Suitable and qualified graduates are encouraged to apply.

Kindly read full instructions as well as eligibility criteria before applying. Ensure you apply timely and do well to share for the benefit of other graduates.

To meet our growing manpower requirements across the various touch-points, we seek to attract suitably qualified individuals who are exceptionally sound and results-oriented into the Bank’s talent pool.

 

The First Bank Graduate Trainee Programme is intended to select, develop, and build a pipeline of Next Generation leaders and bankers who will be trained to drive the bank’s vision of becoming Africa’s best commercial bank.

 

Within three months, selected candidates will gain essential skills and be shaped into strong bankers by being exposed to a diverse range of roles, functions, and other activities throughout the organization.

 

Qualified individuals will be assigned to areas of affinity, skill set, and need.

 

First Bank is one of the banks in Nigeria with an outstanding reputation, as such, you can’t afford to miss its rich benefits!



Brief Program Details

Sponsor(s): First Bank

Academic Level: Graduate

Benefits: Training and Job Opportunity

Eligible Country: Nigerians

Application Deadline: 5 August 2022

Quickly Join Myscholarship Official WhatsApp group Here For Up-to-date Opportunities Alert



Required Qualities

  • Do you want to work in the financial services industry to develop unique skills and competencies that will set you apart in the workplace?
  • Do you have good manners, a positive attitude, and the ability to break new ground?
  • Are you exceptional, enthusiastic, and looking for a one-of-a-kind opportunity to reach your full potential?

If you answered yes to any or all of the above questions, First Bank is looking for you. We hope this is the chance you’ve been looking for! Continue reading to learn more about applying and the opportunities available to you.

Also Apply: 2022 Job Recruitment at Microsoft Nigeria

 

Eligibility Requirement for First Bank Graduate Trainee Program

The following are criteria to be met for eligibility for the first bank graduate trainee program:


  • Knowledge about First Bank of Nigeria is an added advantage
  • Interested applicants must be of good behavior and composure
  • Completion of NYSC is mandatory
  • A minimum of five (5) credits including English and Mathematics in the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE)
  • Interested candidates should not be more than 30 years old at the time of application
  • A minimum of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) or HND (Upper Credit) in many disciplines.
  • Strong team spirit and excellent analytical skills
  • Ability to protect the interest of the organization
  • Good knowledge of computer applications will be an added advantage
  • All candidates must have a valid means of identification such as a valid driver’s license, National Identification Card, International passport, Voters card
  • Interested candidates must have good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Interested applicants must be physically and mentally fit

 

Selection Process

Applications will only be accepted via the First Bank online application portal. So to avoid being scammed, do not apply on any other website other than the official recruitment portal.

Your Phone Number and E-mail Address are what the Bank will use to reach you at all times during the course of the selection exercise. Information provided by you will be treated in strict confidence.

All educational qualifications presented by you will be verified. So before submitting your application, make sure you are who you said you are.

If you meet the requirement, you will be contacted and invited for an Aptitude Test. Notifications for the Aptitude Test will be sent via SMS or E-mail.

If you are invited for the Aptitude Test, you will be required to log on to the portal to print out your Aptitude Test Invitation Slip.

Forensic and security clearance will be conducted for all applicants invited for the test.



First Bank Graduate Trainee Salary

First Bank pays Graduate Trainees N56,000 monthly for a period of three months. The monthly salary is to cover their transport and other expenses during the three-month period.

Contract staffs receive a monthly salary of N84,000.

First Bank’s monthly salary for Entry level staff is N120,000 monthly.

Senior Banking officers receive N500,000 to N1,000,000 every month.

 

How to Apply




To apply for the ongoing First Bank Graduate Trainee jobs, follow the steps below:

  • Visit the official First Bank application portal via the “Apply Button” below
  • Click on get started
  • Read and follow the instructions carefully before filling out the online application form free of charge
  • Complete the application form by providing the following information: (Your Name, Address, Phone Number, E-mail Address, Education, and preferred test location among others)
  • Take note of the 12-digit Application Reference Number (ARN) as it would be required for subsequent access to your information page on the application portal.
  • Print out the acknowledgment slip upon submission of your application

 

Important Notice

  • First Bank will never demand money from any prospective candidates seeking career opportunities in the Bank.
  • We strongly advised you to decline such requests from any who claims he will help you get a job at the Bank. They have no authorized representatives of the Bank.

If you find this useful, kindly share it before you begin your application. GoodLuck!

Apply Here

USA Scholarships: 2022 Eckerd College International Student Scholarships and Aid to Study in USA




USA Scholarship: Here is a scholarship opportunity for international students to study in the United States. Currently ongoing is the 2022 Eckerd College International Student Scholarships and Aid to Study in the USA.

Eckerd College has decided to award International Student Scholarships and Aid to international students who demonstrate academic and/or artistic merit for the academic year 2022-2023.

This scholarship is open to all international students who have been identified as first-year applicants, require a visa to study in the United States, and have not completed any college or university coursework. The scholarship recipients will receive a grant of up to $22,000.



About the Eckerd College USA

Eckerd College, located in St. Petersburg, Florida, is a private liberal arts college. The campus, which was founded in 1958, includes a waterfront and beach on Boca Ciega Bay.

Eckerd is a “beach school” because of its location, and it has its own student volunteer maritime search and rescue team. Eckerd is a member of the Annapolis and Oberlin groups of national liberal arts colleges and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

The mission of Eckerd College is to provide excellent, innovative undergraduate liberal arts education and lifelong learning programs in the unique Florida environment, within the context of a covenant relationship with the Presbyterian Church (USA). The college inspires and empowers individuals to improve the world through mastery of self and a lifetime of learning.



Brief Scholarship Details

Sponsor(s): Eckerd College

Academic Level: Undergraduate or Graduate

Award Value: $22,000

Application Mode: Online

Number of Awards: Not Specified

Eligible Countries: International

Application Deadline: 15 November 2022

 

Eligibility requirements for the International Student Scholarships and Aid




Below are the eligibility requirements for the Eckerd College Scholarships:

  • All international students are eligible to apply
  • Applicants must be identified as international first-year applicants.
  • The students must submit scores on the following English language proficiency tests:
    • TOEFL iBT score of at least 79, computer-based 123 or written 550
    • IELTS score with an overall band result of 6.5 or higher
    • Duolingo English Test score of at least 105
    • SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing score of 550
    • ACT combined English and Reading of 43
    • Successful completion of ELS Intensive English Language Program-Level 11

Also Apply: International Marisue and John Pickering Scholarships at University of Maine 2022

Document Requirements

The following supporting documents must be provided by students:

  • Personal statement or essay
  • Admission recommendation letter
  • Official high school transcript

 

How to Apply




Interested applicants can apply via the Common Application portal of the Eckerd College application portal. All eligible applicants will be considered automatically.

 

Visit the University Official Website for More Information

USA Scholarship: International Marisue and John Pickering Scholarships at University of Maine 2022




USA Scholarship: Here is a scholarship opportunity for passionate and exceptional students who have an interest to study in the United States. Application is open for the International Marisue and John Pickering Scholarships at the University of Maine 2022.

The University of Maine is looking for students with high potential to apply for its International Marisue and John Pickering Scholarships in the United States. The program is currently accepting applications for the academic year 2022-2023.

This scholarship will provide financial assistance to degree-seeking undergraduate or graduate students who completed high school outside of the United States, with preference given to students who graduated from high school in Bulgaria or other Balkan Peninsula countries such as Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Albania.



About University of Maine USA

The University of Maine (UMaine or UM) is an Orono, Maine-based public land-grant research university. It was founded in 1865 as Maine’s land-grant college and is the flagship institution of the University of Maine System. It is categorized as “R1: Doctoral Universities with Very High Research Activity.”

UMaine is the state’s largest college or university, with approximately 11,500 students enrolled. The University of Maine’s athletic teams, known as the Black Bears, are the state’s only Division I program. The men’s ice hockey team from Maine has won two national championships.

The University of Maine is a world-class research institution and one of the leading institutions focused on meeting the world’s emerging needs. Forbes magazine ranked it in the top 15% of American colleges. It has nearly 100 undergraduate majors and programs, 70 master’s degree programs, and 35 doctoral degree programs.



Brief Scholarship Details

Sponsor(s): University of Maine

Academic Level: Undergraduate or graduate

Award Value: Tuition Fees

Number of Awards: Not Specified

Application Mode: Online

Eligible Country: International

Application Deadline: 1 November 2022



Eligibility Requirement for Scholarship

Below is the eligibility requirement:

  • Applicants from Bulgaria, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Albania.
  • Applicant must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate degree-seeking student at the international tuition rate.
  • Applicants must have graduated from high school in Bulgaria, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, Macedonia, and Albania.
  •  The applicants are required to check and meet the English language requirements of their chosen university.
  • The applicants must meet the entry requirements of the university for the undergraduate or graduate programme they wish to apply for.

Also Apply: Benedictine High School Scholarships for International Students at Saint Martin’s University 2022


Document Requirements

Applicants are to make available the following documents:

  • Submit transcripts of all previous secondary/high school or university work
  • Submit a copy of the passport ID page and submit
  • Submit a Declaration of Finances along with supporting documents
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official test scores

 

Full Scholarship Benefits

Each successful scholar will receive international tuition fees to cover their study expenses at the University of Maine in the United States during the academic year 2022-2023.

 

How to Apply




Interested candidates must have to enroll in the undergraduate or graduate degree program at the University of Maine. After that, complete one of our applications Common Application, the UMaine Mobile Application, or the ApplyMaine Application. All eligible students will be considered for a scholarship.

 

Visit the University’s Official Website for More Information

USA Scholarship: Benedictine High School Scholarships for International Students at Saint Martin’s University 2022




USA Scholarship: Here is a scholarship opportunity for passionate and exceptional students who have an interest to study in the United States. Application is open for the 2022 Benedictine High School Scholarships for International Students at Saint Martin’s University.

Saint Martin’s University has decided to award Benedictine High School Scholarships for the academic year 2022-2023 in order to honor and remain true to its commitment to making education accessible and affordable to all.

The scholarship is only available to international undergraduate students who have graduated from Benedict High School. Full-time undergraduate Saint Martin’s University students who meet the admission requirements of their respective study programs will be considered. The scholarship is worth a whopping $2,000.



About Saint Martin’s University in the USA

Saint Martin’s University is a Benedictine private university located in Lacey, Washington. Monks of the Benedictine Order founded it in 1895 as an all-boys boarding school. In 1900, Saint Martin’s began offering college-level courses, and in 1940, it became a degree-granting institution.


In 1965, the college became coeducational. Saint Martin’s College was renamed Saint Martin’s University in 2005. On school grounds, there is a functioning Benedictine monastery, and some members of the monastic community also work as professors.

Through the interaction of faith, reason, and service, Saint Martin’s University students learn to make a positive difference in their own lives and the lives of others. The university way of life is based on intellectual rigor, moral reflection, and action.

 

Brief Scholarship Details

Sponsor(s): Saint Martin’s University

Academic Level: Undergraduate

Award Value: $2,000

Application Mode: Online

Number of Awardees: Not Specified

Eligible Countries: International



Eligibility Requirement for Saint Martin’s University Scholarship

Below are the criteria to be eligible for the 2022 Benedictine High School Scholarships:

  • All international students are eligible to apply
  • The applicants must be full-time students.
  • The applicants must have graduated from Benedict High School.
  • The students must submit scores on the following English language proficiency tests:
    • TOEFL IBT – 79
    • TOEFL CBT – 213
    • TOEFL PBT – 550
    • IELTS – 6.5
    • Duolingo – 100

Also Apply: 2022 International Student Scholarships at Lindsey Wilson College


Full Scholarship Benefit

Saint Martin’s University will award a $2,000 scholarship to the students who are chosen as winners for their undergraduate study costs.

 

How to Apply




Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply.

 

Visit the University’s Official Website for More Information

Apply: African Union (Pan African University) Masters & PhD Scholarships for African Students 2022




African Union Scholarship: Application is open for the 2022 African Union (Pan African University) Masters & Ph.D. Scholarships for African Students. Suitably and qualified candidates are invited for the 2022 Pan African University (PAU) Scholarship.

Young, competent, talented, and industrious applicants from African countries and the African Diaspora are encouraged to apply for scholarships to study at any of the four PAU institutes listed below.

 

About the Pan African University Award

The Pan African University is an initiative of the African Union’s Heads of State and Government. It is a premier continental university network whose mission is to provide high-quality postgraduate education to help Africa become prosperous, integrated, and peaceful.



Brief Scholarship Details

Sponsor(s): Pan African University

Academic Level: Masters, PhD

Award Value: Fully Funded Scholarship

Award Duration: Full Time

Eligible Countries: African Countries

Application Deadline: 15 September 2022

 

Eligibility Requirement of Scholarship



Masters Category

Masters applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

  1. Maximum age of 30 years for males and 35 years for female applicants
  2. Undergraduate degree from a recognized university, with at least a second class upper division or its equivalent, in a relevant field;
  3. Certified copies of relevant certificates, and transcripts (from university and high school)
  4. Passport or National I.D. card (personal details page)
  5. Clear colored passport size photograph (2cmx2cm)
  6. Detail CV
  7. Recommendation letter from ONE of his/her former University lecturers
  8. Names of 3 Reference University lecturers (with email address and WhatsApp number) (*Mandatory)

Opening Soon: 2022/2023 British Chevening Scholarships to Study in UK

Ph.D. Category




The following are eligibility requirements for Ph.D. candidates:

  1. Maximum age of 35 years for male and 40 years for female applicants;
  2. A Master’s degree in a relevant field from PAU or any internationally recognized university;
  3. Certified copies of relevant certificates, transcripts
  4. Passport or National I.D. card (personal details page);
  5. Clear colored passport size photograph (2cmx2cm);
  6. Detail CV;
  7. Recommendation letters from 2 Professors;
  8. A 3 to 4-page Research Concept Note (tentative title, research questions, objectives, the significance of the research, etc…);
  9. Names of 3 Reference University Teachers (with email adress and Whatsapp number);(Mandatory)



General Requirement

  • Candidates may be required to undergo a written/oral examination after pre-selection.
  • Candidates for the Master in Conference Interpreting and Translation programs are required to have excellent knowledge of at least two of the African Union’s official languages (Arabic, English, French, and Portuguese).

 

Additional Advantage

Academics, professionals, industrialists, innovators, and entrepreneurs with the potential and motivation to play transformative leadership roles are especially encouraged to apply.

 

How to Apply



Kindly follow the step-by-step process to apply:

  1. After reading the conditions, Click on ‘Apply Button” below
  2. Click on register
  3. Provide a valid username and your email
  4. Check your inbox to confirm the registration by clicking on the confirmation link (Please check the spams as well)
  5. Provide a valid password
  6. Login using your credentials
  7. Open the ‘Application’ page and provide all your data
  8. Click on Save button and after finishing click on FINISH button

Note: If you didn’t finish the application, you can come back later and “Login” again using your email and password

Apply Here

Essay Competition: 6th NCDMB Annual National Undergraduate Essay Competition 2022



Overview.

Essay Competition: The application is open for the 6th NCDMB Annual National Essay Undergraduate Essay Competition, 2022. Kindly pay attention to all information here as there are duly provided by NCDMB.

The NCDMB Annual National Undergraduate Essay Competition is sponsored by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) to promote academic excellence and Nigerian Content to encourage the youths to build local capacities and competencies to prepare for effective participation in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Industry.

 

Table of Content

Overview

Brief Contest Details

Competition Timeline

2022 NCDMB Essay Topic

Eligibility Requirement to Participate in The Essay Competition

Essay Contest Rules

Essay Judgement Modality

List of Documents to Be Submitted

Full Award and Benefits for Winners

How to Apply


 

Brief Contest Details

Sponsor(s): NCDMB

Type of Contest: Essay Competition

Award Value: N500,000 to N1,000,000

Eligible Country: Nigeria

Application Deadline: 15 August 2022

 

Competition Timeline

Application Commencement: 18 July 2022

Shortlisting of Entrants: 3 August 2022 – 29 August 2022 (Interactive assessment is also carried out)

Award Ceremony: 7 September 2022

NOTE: The winning essay will be published in the NCDMB’s in-house magazine, Local Content Digest



Also Apply: 2022 FCMB Tech Bootcamp for Developers

 

2022 NCDMB Essay Topic

Strategizing For Transformation To Clean Energy In The Changing Global Energy Landscape: The NCDMB Intervention

 

Eligibility Requirement to Participate in The Essay Competition

The contest is open to Nigerians

The contest is open only to 100-200 level students in public and private universities in Nigeria.

Entrants must submit either a letter of admission or a signed letter of attestation from his/her Head of Department (HOD).



Essay Contest Rules

  • All Essays must be original works specifically written for the Competition.
  • Co-authorship of essay is not permitted
  • Entrants/Candidates are to submit only one entry
  • Manuscripts must not exceed 1,500 words
  • Current contact information of each entrant including phone number and email address must accompany the manuscripts
  • Entrants’ names shall not appear on the manuscript but on a separate title page to be removed when a number is assigned to the entry.
  • All essays will be subjected to a plagiarism check to determine originality. As such, all entrants must avoid plagiarism.

 

Essay Judgement Modality

Essays will be judged based on: Clarity of Expression, Spelling and Grammar, Originality of Thought, Depth of Analysis, Relevance to Industry, and Conformity to Contest Rules.



 

List of Documents to Be Submitted

Below are documents to be submitted by entrants:

Manuscript of Your Essay

Separate Title page containing the Name of Entrant. Your name must not appear on the manuscript.

Admission letter or attestation letter from entrant HOD

 

Full Award and Benefits for Winners

Prices will be awarded as follows: N1,000,000 for 1st Prize, N700,000 for 2nd prize, and N500,000 for 3rd prize.

All top 10 national finalists shall each receive a laptop

 

How to Apply




Completed manuscripts and accompanying documents must be submitted via the “Submit Button” below on or before 15 August 2022.

Click on Account

Click on Register

After Registration

Login when your manuscript is ready for submission

Note: Late manuscripts will not be considered. Hard copy submission will not be accepted

Submit Here

Visit the NCDMB Essay Official Website For More Information

 

GoodLuck!