Matrix Energy Limited, through the Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation (AAF), in collaboration with the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, is pleased to invite applications from qualified and motivated candidates for fully funded postgraduate scholarship programs in Materials Engineering.
Benefits
Full tuition coverage
Free hostel accommodation
Monthly living stipend
Research funding support and Laptop
Access to state-of-the-art research facilities at OAU
Industry-based practical exposure
Requirements
Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering (2 years)
Eligibility Criteria:
Must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, or a closely related field.
Must have graduated with a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division (2:1)
Doctoral (PhD) Degree in Materials Engineering (3 years)
Eligibility Criteria:
Must possess a Master’s degree in Materials Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, or a closely related field.
The Master’s program must be research-based, with a minimum of 60% weighted average in coursework.
Selection Process
All applications will undergo rigorous review by a joint panel from the Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation (AAF) and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife
Method of Application
Interested candidates should apply with full details of credentials and a brief research proposal or synopsis of intended study. All applications should be directed to:
The Postgraduate Programme Coordinator, Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
All applications may be submitted in person to the above address or sent online to oolawale@oauife.edu.ng. Late submissions will not be considered.
For More Information,
Visit the Official Webpage
Application Deadline: August 31, 2025.
