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NIPES PROF. YUN-FEI FU UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

Application Deadline: June 30, 2026

LOCATION: Nigeria

The National Institute of Professional Engineers and Scientists (NIPES), in partnership with Prof. Yun-Fei Fu of Shandong University of Science and Technology, proudly announces a ₦1,000,000 Scholarship Program for aspiring engineers, scientists, medical doctors, pharmacists, and students pursuing related fields of study. This initiative reflects our commitment to nurturing talent and advancing inclusivity in engineering, science, and related professions worldwide.

ELIGIBILITY:

Must be currently enrolled in an accredited higher institution.

Studying science or engineering-related courses.

Open to students in 100-level and above.

Mandatory: Applicants must complete at least two free NIPES online courses and explain the skills learned in their personal statement.

Priority Consideration: NIPES student members will be given priority in the selection process. Non-members are encouraged to join NIPES to enhance their chances of selection.

As part of the application process, you are required to enroll in and complete one of NIPES’s free online courses. These courses are designed to develop practical skills and creative thinking. Upon completing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion, which you must reference in your personal statement.

The application process is in 3 stages as follows:

Register on the NIPES website as a student member (for non-members) here

Complete a free NIPES online course of your choice here.

Submit your personal statement (500-750 words), explaining the skills you learned from the course and how they apply to your academic or career goals here. NB. Provide proof of enrollment and student ID and Include your NIPES membership number (if applicable).

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Personal Statement Guidelines: Your personal statement should cover:

Your background and educational journey.

Your passion for engineering, science, or a related field.

Academic and extracurricular achievements.

Challenges you’ve overcome.

Career goals and alignment with NIPES’s mission.

Skills gained from the NIPES course: Describe the skills you learned from the free NIPES courses and how they contribute to your academic or career development.

Selection Criteria: Candidates will be evaluated based on:

NIPES student membership status.

Quality and content of the personal statement.

Demonstrated passion for the skills

Completion of two NIPES courses and explanation of learned skills.

Alignment with NIPES values and mission.

BENEFIT:

Total Scholarship Amount: ₦1,000,000

Number of Awards: 5

Amount per Recipient: ₦200,000

Duration: One academic year

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INTERSWITCHSPAK NATIONAL SCIENCE COMPETITION 8.0

Application Deadline: 11:59pm, Friday, 22nd May 2026

LOCATION: Nigeria

InterswitchSPAK National Science Competition 8.0 for secondary school students in Nigeria is now on. Registration of your students is open till 11:59pm, Friday, 22nd May 2026, and it is FREE.

ELIGIBILITY:

Schools are now allowed to register up to Twenty (20) SS2 Science Students each

You don’t need to travel to write the qualifying examination. The examination is fully online and can be written in your school, home or any convenient space.

Online CBT exams will be held from Tuesday, 9th to 16th June 2026, from 8am to 5pm daily. You have the chance to choose the day and time that best suits you to write the examination, and you have two (2) trials.

Mixed schools are required to register at least two (2) female students among the twenty (20) students registered.

This competition is open to students in SS2 (Year 11) between the ages of 14 and 17 who are enrolled in full-time secondary education in both public and private schools across Nigeria. Participation is completely FREE. To improve chances of advancing to the second round, each school is encouraged to present up to twenty (20) science students in SS2, regardless of religion, tribe, or state of origin. The examination will be conducted online.

Exam Format & Conduct: Only students registered online via http://www.interswitchspak.com can participate. Candidates may use a computer or smartphone with a stable internet connection, a camera, and audio peripherals enabled as prompted. Calculators are allowed, and students may use statistical tables. Candidates must take the test individually without assistance. Technical Rules A stable internet connection is required. If there is a delay in page loading, avoid refreshing to prevent system logout. The exam is monitored remotely, and any flagged irregularities may result in disqualification. Candidates must not switch tabs, minimize the exam window, or open other applications. Doing so three times will result in automatic log-out. Notifications and pop-ups must be disabled to prevent disruptions. Candidates must not use browser navigation buttons (Back, Refresh, or Forward). Using them repeatedly may result in log-out. Exam Attempts & Submission Each candidate has two attempts, and the higher score will be recorded. If a candidate accepts their first attempt’s score, they forfeit the second attempt. If time runs out before submission, the system will automatically submit the highest recorded score. Misconduct & Disqualification Cheating, impersonation, or external assistance will lead to disqualification. Candidates should not attempt to manipulate the system by tampering with settings. The organizers’ decisions are final and will not be subject to further review.

BENEFIT:

First Prize: The first prize winner will get a five (5) year University Scholarship and Annual stipend worth ₦15,000,000 (Fifteen million Naira). Brand New Laptop. Bragging right of being the best Science student in Nigeria.

Second Prize: The second prize winner will get a five (5) year University Scholarship and Annual stipend worth ₦10,000,000 (Ten million Naira). Brand New Laptop.

Third Prize: The third prize will get a five (5) year University Scholarship worth ₦5,000,000 (Five million Naira) + Brand New Laptop.

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