Scholarship
MIASA Individual Fellowships
The MIASA Individual Fellowships support early career and senior researchers in the humanities and social sciences. The program focuses on sustainable governance, democracy, and environmental transformation in Africa.
About this scholarship
MIASA Individual Fellowships is offered by Maria Sibylla Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa at phd level. The award is valued at Varies by fellowship type; includes stipend and research support., provided as living stipend support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as living stipend funding. Applicants selected receive Varies by fellowship type; includes stipend and research support.. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at phd level. Eligible study areas include Humanities and Social Sciences. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Open to researchers in the humanities and social sciences, with a focus on African scholars or those working on African-related research topics.
How to apply
Applications close on 2025-08-31. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Fields of study
Humanities and Social Sciences
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Maria Sibylla Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa
- Award
- Varies by fellowship type; includes stipend and research support.
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Fields of study
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Closed · 2025-08-31
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20