Digital Jewels Africa Scholarship Program, 2024
The Dj Cares Scholarship, organized by Digital Jewels Africa, aims to provide career guidance and financial support to students pursuing IT-related degrees. The scholarship seeks to reduce the number of students dropping out due to financial constraints and encourage academic excellence.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Pursuing an IT-related course of study (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering)
- Minimum GPA of 3.75/5 each semester since university enrollment
- Age not exceeding 23 years by October of the application year
- Minimum of 2 years of university education
- English language proficiency (oral and written)
- Two credible references, including one from the current institution
Requirements:
- Balancing innovation and security: The Ethical Dilemma of AI-Enabled Deepfakes in information technology and its impact on information security
- Tech Literacy and Its Importance in the 21st Century: Analyzing the importance of tech literacy and its impact on personal growth and opportunities
- My Digital Footprint: Understanding the Impact of My Online Presence: Reflecting on online activities and discussing how digital footprint can affect future education and career prospects
Application Procedure
- Write the essay
- Click the here to fill in personal data and upload the essay (in pdf format)
Important Notes
- Relations/wards of Digital Jewels staff or partner/associated companies are not eligible to apply
- Quarterly feedback will be sought from the HOD
- Scholarship may be withdrawn if academic performance, attitude, and value system fall below stipulated expectations after selection/award
- Applicants must not be beneficiaries of any other scholarship scheme
Deadline: unspecified
