The PTDF Overseas Scholarship Scheme 2025 is a prestigious, fully funded opportunity for Nigerian students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies abroad in the field of petroleum technology and related disciplines. Sponsored by the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), the scholarship aims to develop highly skilled professionals who will contribute to the growth and development of Nigeria’s petroleum sector.

This scheme offers full financial support, covering tuition, living expenses, travel costs, and other necessary allowances. The scholarship is open to Nigerian citizens who meet the eligibility criteria, including academic excellence and a strong passion for the petroleum industry.

With a focus on both master’s and PhD programs, the PTDF Overseas Scholarship provides recipients with the opportunity to study at top institutions globally. It’s an excellent opportunity for ambitious Nigerian students to gain world-class education and contribute to the future of the country’s oil and gas sector.

PTDF Overseas Scholarship Summary

The PTDF Overseas Scholarship Scheme 2025 is a fully funded opportunity for Nigerian students to pursue postgraduate studies (master’s and PhD) in top universities across the UK, France, Germany, Malaysia, and Nigeria. Sponsored by the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), the scholarship covers full tuition, monthly stipends, accommodation, and airfare. It aims to develop highly skilled professionals for Nigeria’s petroleum industry. Open exclusively to Nigerian citizens, this scholarship offers a chance to study in Europe and Asia while gaining world-class education and industry experience. The application deadline for the PTDF Scholarship is May 28, 2025.

Scholarship offerings for MSc & PhD programmes under the restructured scheme are as follows:

• Fully funded MSc scholarships will be provided in the United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Malaysia.
• Fully funded PhD scholarships will be provided in Germany, France & Malaysia.
• Fully funded PhD scholarships for the United Kingdom will now be offered exclusively as a Split-Site Programme at the PTDF College of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Kaduna (CPESK), in collaboration with three partner universities in the United Kingdom:
  • Robert Gordon University,
  • University of Strathclyde and
  • University of Portsmouth.

Requirements for PTDF Scholarship (Petroleum Technology Development Fund)

To be considered for the Petroleum Technology Development Fund PTDF Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

MSc Requirements

• Applicants must hold at least a Second Class Upper (2.1) in their first degree, or a Second Class Lower (2.2) with relevant industry experience.

• Completion of the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program is required.

• Candidates must be proficient in computer use.

• A minimum of five O-level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, is necessary.

• A statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) must be submitted, outlining the reasons for the chosen course of study, its relevance to the oil and gas industry, and its potential impact on Nigeria’s national development.

• Applicants must possess a valid National Identity Number (NIN) and must complete the NIMC verification process before submitting their scholarship application (verification fees apply).

PhD Requirements

• Candidates must have completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

• Applicants must be proficient in computer skills.

• A minimum of five O-level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, is required.

• A first degree with at least a Second Class Lower (2.2) and a strong postgraduate qualification is necessary.

• Applicants must submit a research proposal (not exceeding five pages) relevant to the oil and gas sector, including the topic, introduction, objectives, methodology, and data collection methods.

• For the list of approved PhD research areas, please click on the provided link.

• University lecturers must present a letter from their vice chancellors confirming they are not beneficiaries of any other scholarships.

• Candidates must possess a valid National Identity Number (NIN) and complete the required NIMC verification before applying (verification fees apply).

Benefits of the PTDF Overseas Scholarship 2025

• Coverage of airfare expenses,

• Payment for health insurance,

• Full payment of tuition fees and bench fees (if applicable), and

• Provision of allowances to cover accommodation and living costs.

Required Documents for the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarship

• First Degree Certificate or official Statement of Result

• NYSC Discharge Certificate

• WAEC/GCE/SSCE/NECO results, including the relevant PINs for PTDF to verify O’Level results online

• A recent passport-sized photograph

• Local Government Identification Letter

• Master’s Degree Certificate (for PhD applicants only)

• Proof of membership in relevant professional associations

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