Makerere University And Case Western Reserve University Master’s Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)

Makerere University And Case Western Reserve University Master’s Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)

Description

Are you a Ugandan student passionate about biomedical engineering, health technology, or medical innovation? The Department of Physiology at Makerere University, in collaboration with Case Western Reserve University (USA), is offering a unique fully funded Master’s scholarship opportunity for Ugandans under a grant from the U.S. NIH Fogarty International Center.

This program aims to build national capacity in biomedical engineering research and innovation, supporting future leaders in medical device development, diagnostics, and healthcare data technologies.

Key Details of the Master’s Scholarship Program

1. Host Institutions: Makerere University (Uganda), Case Western Reserve University (USA)
2. Funding Body: U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) – Fogarty International Center
3. Target Group: Ugandan nationals enrolled in relevant MSc programs
4. Scholarship Type: Full funding for one academic year (MSc)
5. Application Deadline: April 25, 2025
6. Stipend + Research Grant: Modest monthly stipend and reasonable research funds provided

Degree Level

Makerere University And Case Western Reserve University Master’s Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded) is available to undertake Masters level programs at Makerere University, Case Western Reserve University.

Available Subjects

Relevant MSc programs include:

1. MSc in Technology Innovation and Industrial Development (CEDAT)
2. MSc in Computer Science (COCIS)
3. MSc in Immunology and Clinical Microbiology
4. MSc in Health Informatics
5. MSc in Bioinformatics (CHS)

Focus Areas

Your proposed research project must align with at least one of the following:

Health Problem Focus:

1. Cardiovascular disease
2. Blood disorders
3. Chronic movement disorders

Technology Domains:

1. Biomaterials and drug delivery systems
2. Point-of-care diagnostics
3. Biomedical imaging
4. Artificial intelligence and data analytics

Benefits

Selected students will receive the following:

1. Full tuition coverage at Makerere University for the MSc program
2. Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
3. Research funding to support their graduate thesis/project
4. Mentorship from senior biomedical engineering experts in Uganda and the U.S.
5. Hands-on experience in medical device design, diagnostics, AI, and more
6. Opportunity for collaboration with U.S.-based research teams and labs

This support is designed to empower students to develop context-specific innovations in Uganda’s health system.

Eligible Nationalities

This scholarship is open to students from Uganda.

Eligibility Criteria

Who Can Apply?

This Biomedical Engineering MSc scholarship 2025 is open to students who:

1. Are Ugandan nationals with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a health-related field from a recognized university
2. Are currently enrolled in a relevant Master’s program at Makerere University
3. Have completed year one of their MSc studies with good academic standing
4. Are interested in medical devices and technological innovation

Selection Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

1. A strong academic record and relevant technical background
2. Clear interest in biomedical engineering and innovation
3. A research proposal that addresses health-related technology challenges in Uganda
4. Willingness to participate in an oral interview (scheduled for May 2, 2025)

Application Procedure

All application materials should be combined into a single PDF file and emailed to:

sightproject2022@gmail.com

Subject Line: Scholarship MSc Application 2025

Documents Required:

1. Certified academic transcripts and certificates
2. Two recommendation letters
3. Motivation statement (maximum 500 words)
4. One-page project idea or research concept
5. Curriculum Vitae (maximum 4 pages)

Timeline

1. Application Deadline: April 25, 2025
2. Interview Date: May 2, 2025
3. Final Selection Notification: May 16, 2025

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to engage in hands-on health technology research, gain access to mentorship from leading institutions in Uganda and the USA, and contribute meaningfully to Uganda’s healthcare innovation ecosystem.

For more information or to discuss your project idea, eligible MSc students are encouraged to connect with the program coordinators early.

Official Call: https://news.mak.ac.ug/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Makerere-CWRU-SIGHT-MSc-Scholarship-4th-Round-Advert-2025.pdf