E-JUST TICAD9 African Scholarship for STI – Fall 2027 Application Form is out

Brief description:

The E-JUST TICAD9 African Scholarship for Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) is a fully funded postgraduate scholarship.
It is offered through cooperation between the Governments of Egypt and Japan, with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and E-JUST operating a cost-sharing arrangement.
The scholarship aims to develop highly skilled African professionals, researchers and academics in science, technology, innovation and related disciplines.
Successful applicants will study at E-JUST in Egypt for the Fall 2027 academic session.

Host Institution:

Level/Field(s) of Study:

Master’s degree (M.Sc.).
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).
Available fields include:
- Engineering.
- Computer Science and Information Technology.
- Basic and Applied Sciences.
- International Business.
- Humanities.
PhD scholars may also have the opportunity to undertake a short-term research visit to Japan for up to six months, subject to programme requirements.

Number of Scholarship Slots:

– 42 scholarship slots in total for the Fall 2027 intake:

Target group:

Applicants from African countries, excluding Egypt.
Researchers and university instructors, including individuals expected to become researchers or instructors.
Talented African graduates seeking advanced postgraduate education and research opportunities.
Nigerian applicants are eligible to apply.

Scholarship value/inclusions/duration:

The scholarship is fully funded and covers:
- Full tuition fees.
- Single accommodation at the E-JUST student dormitory.
- Monthly living stipend.
- Medical care.
- Return international flight tickets between the applicant’s home country and Egypt.
- Up to six months of research visits to Japan for eligible PhD students.
Duration:
- Master’s degree: Two years, plus six months of preparatory courses where necessary.
- PhD degree: Three years, plus six months of preparatory courses where necessary.
- PhD for E-JUST Master’s alumni: Three years.

Eligibility:
Applicants must:

Be citizens of an African country other than Egypt.
Have a current residential address in an African country.
Be researchers, university instructors or individuals expected to become researchers or instructors.
Meet the university’s academic admission requirements for the chosen Master’s or PhD programme.
Pass the required academic interview and oral examination.
Not be serving in the military.
Applicants who intend to return to their home universities or institutions after completing their studies are particularly encouraged.
Applicants in this category should provide an endorsement from their home institution confirming their expected return.

Application instructions:

Visit the official E-JUST International Scholarships webpage.
Review the admission guidelines and available postgraduate programmes.
Click on Apply Now under the International Admissions section.
Create an account on the online application portal.
Complete the application form and upload all required supporting documents.
Submit the application before the stated deadline.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for online interviews and examinations.
Successful applicants will receive their admission decisions by email.
Applicants should ensure that their original academic certificates are properly certified by the Egyptian Embassy when requested.

Deadline:

10 January 2027

ejust.edu.eg+1

Official application links: