By Ismah Ayomide
The Africa Health Collaborative has announced the opening of applications for its Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) Scholarships for the 2026–2027 academic year.
The programme offers aspiring public health leaders a fully funded opportunity to advance their education and contribute to global health solutions.
The DrPH programme is designed to develop professionals with advanced analytical, leadership, and management skills to address today’s complex health challenges.
The curriculum emphasises innovative, evidence-based solutions and prepares graduates for high-level public health practice across Africa and worldwide.
Who can apply
The scholarships are open to individuals who meet the following criteria:
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Hold a master’s degree in Public Health or a closely related field.
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Have a minimum of five years’ experience in public health.
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Demonstrate strong leadership potential and a clear commitment to advancing public health, especially in Africa.
Requirements
Applicants must submit:
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A completed online application form.
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Official academic transcripts.
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A comprehensive CV.
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A personal statement outlining career aspirations and commitment to public health.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable).
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A research proposal detailing their intended area of study.
Scholarship benefits
Successful candidates will receive:
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Full tuition coverage.
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Living stipends to cover daily expenses.
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Research allowances to support academic work.
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Travel grants to attend conferences and share their findings.
Key dates
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Applications opened: September 3, 2025
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Deadline for submissions: December 15, 2025
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Interviews: February 2026
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Final decisions: April 2026
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Programme start: September 2026
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The Africa Health Collaborative is now accepting applications for its fully-funded Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) Scholarships for the 2026-2027 academic year. This program is designed to develop professionals with advanced skills in analysis, leadership, and management to tackle global health issues, focusing on innovative solutions and preparing graduates for high-level practice.
Applicants must hold a master's degree in Public Health or a related field, possess at least five years of experience in the field, and demonstrate strong leadership potential with a commitment to public health in Africa. Required submissions include an online application, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, three recommendation letters, English proficiency proof (if applicable), and a research proposal.
Scholarship benefits include full tuition coverage, living stipends, research allowances, and travel grants for conferences. The application opened on September 3, 2025, with a submission deadline of December 15, 2025. Interviews will occur in February 2026, and final decisions will be announced in April 2026. The program begins in September 2026.
