HealthCollaborative Scholars Program 2025 (KNUST – Fully Funded Postgraduate Scholarships)
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST)
School of Public Health + School of Business
In partnership with the Africa Health Collaborative
Supported by the Mastercard Foundation
Location:KNUST – Kumasi, Ghana
The HealthCollaborative Scholars Program at KNUST offers prestigious fully funded postgraduate scholarships aimed at developing the next generation of African leaders in public health, epidemiology, health systems management, and health entrepreneurship.
The scholarship supports Master’s, MPhil, and PhD students committed to strengthening health systems, driving innovation, and improving healthcare outcomes across Africa.
Students gain mentorship from leading African health experts, participate in real-world public health projects, and join a Pan-African network of universities, research centers, policymakers, and health innovators.
The program particularly supports graduates from Africa Health Collaborative partner institutions and individuals dedicated to advancing health leadership, innovation, and equity on the continent.
Eligibility Criteria
Who can apply:
• Applicants based in Ghana
• Graduating students and alumni of Africa Health Collaborative partner universities
• Bachelor’s degree (for Master’s applicants) or a relevant Master’s (for MPhil/PhD)
• Strong academic background and interest in public health, health systems, epidemiology, or health entrepreneurship
• Demonstrated leadership and commitment to improving health in Africa
• Ability to meet KNUST’s graduate admission requirements
• Research interest aligned with health systems strengthening, global health, epidemics, or NCDs
HealthCollaborative Scholarship (Fully Funded)
• Full tuition coverage
• Access to expert academic supervision and mentorship
• Research, innovation, and professional development opportunities
• Integration into a Pan-African health systems innovation network
• Opportunities for internships, collaboration, and cross-institutional learning
Additional Notes:
• Covers tuition only (living expenses may vary by program specifics)
• Applicants must meet the program's admission standards
• Priority consideration for students from Africa Health Collaborative partner institutions
Program Level
• Master’s Degree (MSc / MPH – 1–2 years)
• MPhil (2 years)
• PhD (3–4 years)
ligible Fields / Program Areas
Master’s Programs:
• MSc Health Entrepreneurship
• MPH/MSc Health Services Planning & Management
• MPH/MSc Global Health and NCDs
MPhil Programs:
• Health Systems Research & Management
• Field Epidemiology & Applied Biostatistics
PhD Programs:
• Public Health (Epidemics & Pandemic Preparedness)
• Public Health (Non-Communicable Diseases – NCDs)
22 december 2025