Are you passionate about climate change resilience and looking for a funded PhD opportunity? The CLARITY-Africa PhD Scholarship 2025 offers African students a unique chance to contribute to groundbreaking research on environmental risks and vulnerable communities. Coordinated by Imperial College London, this prestigious program partners with the University of Ghana (UG), the Africa Institute for Mathematical Sciences Research & Innovation Centre (AIMS RIC), and other leading institutions. The scholarship covers tuition, research, stipend, travel, and more, making it an excellent opportunity for students aiming to impact climate science and policy in Africa.

About CLARITY-Africa and Partner Universities

CLARITY-Africa (Climate Change Resilient Equitable Healthy Cities in Africa) is a collaborative project involving Imperial College London, the University of Ghana, AIMS RIC, and other institutions. The initiative focuses on understanding how climate change affects vulnerable populations in Accra and Tamale (Ghana) and Kigali and Musanze (Rwanda). The program enables students to conduct transformative research on heat, flooding, and drought, contributing to innovative climate solutions.

CLARITY-Africa PhD Scholarship 2025 Overview

Feature	Details
Scholarship Name	CLARITY-Africa PhD Scholarship 2025
Host Institutions	University of Ghana (UG), AIMS Research & Innovation Centre (AIMS RIC)
Type	Fully Funded
Degree Level	PhD
Eligible Programs	Climate Science, Demography, Economics, Geography, Environmental Science, Public Health, Environmental Health, Mathematical & Physical Sciences
Application Opens	Ongoing
CLARITY-Africa PhD Scholarship 2025 Deadline	April 30, 2025
Results Announcement	June 30, 2025
Start Date	September 2025
Host Countries	Ghana, Rwanda

Scholarship Benefits

CLARITY-Africa PhD scholarship is offering several benefits for African students:

• You’ll receive full tuition fee coverage
• Research funding for your research
• Monthly stipend for living expenses
• Travel support
• Additional related expenses covered for the program duration
• Opportunity to collaborate with leading researchers at partner institutions
• Access to experiential learning through institutional attachments

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to applicants from any African country
• Must be willing to conduct research aligned with CLARITY-Africa’s focus on heat, flooding, or drought
• Strong analytical and statistical skills are an advantage
• Must demonstrate research potential through academic performance and previous experience
• PhD Year 1 students of the University of Ghana  are also eligible to apply
• Must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as:

1. Climate Science
2. Demography
3. Economics
4. Geography
5. Environmental Science
6. Public Health
7. Environmental Health
8. Mathematical & Physical Sciences

CLARITY-Africa PhD scholarship 2025-Apply Online

• Step 1: Prepare the required documents:

1. Statement of purpose (max. 2,000 words)
2. Two-page research proposal
3. Complete academic CV (including publications, research experience, and achievements)
4. Graduate transcripts
5. Graduate certificates
6. Contact details of two academic referees

• Step 2: Submit applications based on the preferred institution:

1. For the University of Ghana: Send applications to [email protected]
2. For AIMS RIC: Apply through the AIMS RIC application portal

• Step 3: Await shortlisting notification by May 30, 2025
• Step 4: Scholarship awardees will be notified by June 30, 2025
• Step 5: Successful candidates must prepare to start their PhD program in September 2025

Don’t forget to submit your application before the CLARITY-Africa PhD Scholarship 2025 deadline.

How This Scholarship Compares to Others

Scholarship	Funding Type	Eligibility	Research Focus
CLARITY-Africa PhD Scholarship	Fully Funded	African students with a Master’s degree	Climate change resilience
DAAD EPOS Scholarships	Fully Funded	Developing country students	Various fields, including environmental studies
Commonwealth PhD Scholarship	Fully Funded	Students from Commonwealth nations	Sustainable development-related research

FAQs

1. Can students from non-African countries apply?
   No, only students from African countries are eligible.
2. Is prior research experience necessary?
   While not mandatory, having research experience strengthens your application.
3. Are there restrictions on the research location?
   Yes, the research must focus on one of the identified African cities: Accra, Tamale, Kigali, or Musanze.
4. What does the stipend cover?
   The stipend covers living expenses, research materials, and travel.

If you are passionate about climate resilience and environmental risk research, don’t miss this incredible fully funded PhD scholarship. Submit your application by April 30, 2025, and take the next step in your academic journey. For more details, visit the official CLARITY-Africa website and APPLY NOW!

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Fully funded CLARITY-Africa PhD Scholarship 2025 for African students. Covers tuition, stipend, travel, and research funding.