LASOMA SCHOLARSHIP CALL 2026 MASTERS & PHD SCHOLARSHIPS

The LASOMA program aims to build research capacity in solar manufacturing across Africa through advanced laser technologies and AI-powered systems.

PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS & PROGRAMS

Pentecost University – Ghana

• PhD Engineering (Manufacturing, Intelligent Engineering Systems, Electrical & Electronic Engineering)

• MSc Intelligent Engineering Systems (Robotics & Automation, Smart Manufacturing, Embedded Systems)

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology – Kenya

• PhD Mechatronic Engineering

• MSc Mechatronic Engineering

Federal University, Lokoja – Nigeria

• PhD Engineering Physics

• MSc Solid State Physics

• MSc Engineering Physics

Federal University of Technology, Minna – Nigeria

• PhD Industrial & Production Engineering

• PhD Materials & Metallurgical Engineering

• MEng Mechanical Engineering (Materials & Metallurgical, Industrial & Production)

ELIGIBILITY

• Nationals of an African country

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in relevant engineering disciplines

• Strong academic and research potential

• Female candidates, persons with disabilities, and disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply

• Must meet academic and language requirements of host university

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Academic transcripts and certificates

• CV

• Motivation letter

• Research proposal

• Two recommendation letters

• Completed application form

• 2-minute elevator pitch video (PhD applicants only)

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

• Tuition fees

• Monthly stipend

• Insurance

• Technical research workshops

MONTHLY STIPEND

• PhD: 1230 Euros

• MSc: 890 Euros

IMPORTANT DATES

• Applications Open: 8th May 2026

• Application Deadline: 22nd June 2026

• Notification of Selected Applicants: 13th July 2026

• Program Start Date: September 2026

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Email: infolasoma@pentvars.edu.gh or Appply via the application link provided