Brilliant Nigerian Scientist Ngozi Edum Garners Three Prestigious Scholarships Simultaneously
This prestigious scholarship not only covers tuition but also provides a monthly stipend ranging from €1400 to €1500. The Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarships for the year 2023 are currently open for applications
AKACHI NOEL 
In a remarkable achievement, Ngozi Edum, a brilliant Nigerian scientist, has secured three fully funded scholarships simultaneously, earning her the opportunity to pursue a Master's degree in three renowned European institutions—Germany, the Netherlands, and Finland.
Ngozi Edum's academic journey is a testament to resilience and determination, having faced several rejections in her pursuit of postgraduate studies. Undeterred, she persevered, ultimately receiving acceptance from three distinguished institutions.
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Ngozi Edum announced her decision to enroll in the MSc in European Forestry program at the University of Eastern Finland with a Fully Funded Erasmus Mundus European Scholarship. This prestigious scholarship not only covers tuition but also provides a monthly stipend ranging from €1400 to €1500. The Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarships for the year 2023 are currently open for applications.
Detailing her scholarship journey, Ngozi Edum revealed that she received offers from three different programs simultaneously. She secured the Germany DAAD EPOS Scholarship to study Tropical Forestry at Technische Universität Dresden. Additionally, she earned the Africa Scholarship Programme, enabling her to pursue Forest and Nature Conservation at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands.
Despite the compelling opportunities presented by the DAAD Scholarship and the Africa Scholarship Programme, Ngozi Edum decided to decline these offers and opt for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship in Finland. She expressed her excitement about studying European Forestry, particularly focusing on Bioenergy and Bioeconomy, which holds the potential to address climate-related challenges.
Ngozi Edum acknowledged the significance of her journey and thanked everyone who contributed to her success. She is poised to embark on a transformative academic experience at the University of Eastern Finland, eager to delve into the intricate realms of European Forestry.Her story serves as an inspiration for aspiring scholars, emphasizing the value of perseverance and resilience in the pursuit of academic goals.
