PTDF SCHOLARSHIP 2021

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) is the federal government agency responsible for developing local human capacity and oil technology to meet the needs of the oil and gas industry by providing  PTDF SCHOLARSHIP 2021.

Currently, PTDF invites applications from well-qualified candidates for Masters and Doctorate Scholarships abroad in institutions of the United Kingdom-Germany Strategic Partnership Initiative.

Therefore, it is important you apply immediately because applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Hence, this article brings all the information that you need in detail on how to apply for the PTDF Scholarship Program, including the levels, and most importantly, the scholarship application deadline.

Carefully, read this article and apply immediately to be a beneficiary. Below is an overview of what to expect.

To ensure a steadfast implementation of this mandate, PTDF is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for Overseas and in-country MSc and Ph.D. Scholarships. Awards will be granted for studies in the 2020-2021 academic session in the United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, France (through Campus France), Top Institutions in the United States of America as well as Federal Universities and Centres of Excellence in Nigeria.

PTDF scholarship portal | Website

The official ptdf scholarship portal is the online platform where every MSc or Ph.D. student who wishes to apply for this scholarship can access the ptdf application form. See the link below.

PTDF SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORMS

PTDF Scholarship Application forms can be accessed online HERE using an ATM (Interswitch, Master & Visa) card or through the purchase of a scratch card from designated main branches of First Bank of Nigeria Plc in all the 36 States and FCT, upon payment of a NON-REFUNDABLE sum of N1,000 (One Thousand Naira Only).

Instructions on how to access the form online are clearly stated on the backside of the cards.

Applicants may please note that only those who meet the requirements below shall be shortlisted and invited for a Computer-Based Aptitude Test, in the case of MSc applicants, while oral interview will be conducted for PhD applicants (full time and Split-site) on dates to be announced later.

PTDF Oversea scholarship 2021 application

PTDF scholarships are highly competitive and only candidates who are outstanding across the board are selected. The 2021 PTDF scholarship received 19,232 applications. A selection committee will be constituted to assess applications using the following criteria;

Academic merit as evidenced by the quality of degrees, full academic transcripts, other professional qualifications acquired, and relevant publications to be referenced by the applicant (Ph.D. applicants only)
Membership of professional bodies
The viability of the study/research plan.
Applicants are required to make a case for their scholarship by submitting a statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) stating the reason(s) they want to undertake the study, the relevance of the proposed study to the industry, and its expected impact on national development.

Applicants for OSS must be in possession of the following:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)(USA)
• G.R.E (Graduate Record Examination) (USA)
• GMAT –for Management related courses (USA)
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (UK
• PTDF Masters Scholarships 2020

The Scheme

Under this scheme, candidates are invited to apply through PTDF to specific programs at the partner institutions in any of the countries (a full list of sponsored courses is available below).
The award includes the provision of flight tickets, payment of health insurance, payment of tuition and bench fees (where applicable) as well as the provision of allowances to meet the costs of accommodation and living expenses.
The programs will also include language classes to aid scholars to settle into their new environments.

Eligibility for PTDF Local Scholarships 2020

PTDF scholarships are highly competitive and only candidates who are outstanding across the board are selected. A selection committee will be constituted to assess applications using the following criteria:

• Academic merit as evidenced by the quality of degrees, full academic transcripts, other professional qualifications acquired, and relevant publications (where available) to be referenced by applicants
• Awards for leadership and/or academic excellence (where available).
• Membership of professional bodies
• The viability of the study/research plan.
• Applicants are required to make a case for their scholarship by submitting a statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) stating the reason(s) they want to undertake the study, the relevance of the proposed study to the oil & gas industry, and its expected impact on national development.

PTDF Postgraduate Scholarships Requirements

A minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) in an Oil and Gas related field OR a 2.2 with oil and gas industry experience;
National Youth Service (NYSC) certificate;
Applicants must be computer literate;
Possession of O/level with Credit in the English Language; (At least C6 in WAEC/SSCE or C4 and above in NECO); and
Applicants must not be above 30 years of age.
Level/Field Of Study

Host Nationality

Eligibility Nationality
This scholarship is available to Nigerian students

How To Apply For The PTDF SCHOLARSHIP
Applicants are advised to read through the requirements in the link below before applying.

Apply Here

PTDF Ph.D. Scholarships in 2020

• A minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) in an Oil and Gas related field OR a 2.2 with oil and gas industry experience;
• National Youth Service (NYSC) certificate;
• Applicants must be computer literate;
• Possession of O/level with Credit in the English Language; (At least C6 in WAEC/SSCE or C4 and above in NECO); and
• Employment in the academics in reputable Nigerian Institution, teaching oil and gas related disciplines;
• A minimum of 2.2 in their first degree and a minimum of merit as a second-degree certificate in an oil and gas-related discipline;
• Submit a research proposal relevant to the oil and gas industry (of not more than 5 pages) to include: Topic, introduction, objective,
• methodology relevance to the industry and mode of data collection;
• Possess a valid admission letter; and
• Must not be over 40 years of age
• Documents to Scan and Attach to the Application Form

List of Approved Courses for Sponsorship | ptdf scholarship courses

it will please you to know that the Official List for the 2019/2020 PTDF Scholarship Award for Local and Overseas has been released Kindly Check the Link below to see the Official List as stated by the PTDF scholarship Award body

https://scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng/news/1/award-of-2019-2020-ptdf-uk–germany—france-strategic-partnership-scholarships

Please Note That

1) Candidates who have benefitted from any of the PTDF scholarships in the past cannot apply for the same type of program, except for a higher program;
2) Candidates who successfully scale through the first round of screening will be requested to submit their transcripts; all applicants are therefore advised to prepare their transcripts for submission in anticipation of such a request.

PTDF SCHOLARSHIP 2021 FAQ
What is the PTDF scholarship?
The PTDF overseas Scholarship Scheme is an annual program for MSc and Ph.D. studies. The purpose is to provide Nigerian students with the intellectual foundation and skill set that will enable them to participate actively in Nigeria’s oil and gas industry at the conclusion of their studies.

What is PTDF all about?
The major purpose of the establishment of the PTDF is to develop and promote petroleum technology in addition to creating the human resource needs of the oil and gas industry through research and training of Nigerians.

What does PTDF stand for?
PTDF – Petroleum Technology Development Fund.

How do I apply for the Ptdf scholarship?

Click the here or follow this link http://ptdf.flexisaf.com/
Applicants are advised to read through the requirements in the link below before applying.
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What is the Value of the scholarship?

This is a full scholarship.

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