Program Overview
The KSPP’s fellowship program is a full-time on-the-job training that aims to develop aspiring scholars with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to excel in academia in the field of public policy. Within two years, Fellows will progressively deepen their knowledge and expand their impact through a combination of research skills, and courses, as well as mentoring, in preparation for pursuing a Ph.D. at leading international universities with a full scholarship, along with a post-Ph.D. career placement opportunity at KSPP.
What We Offer
Full PhD Scholarship
Full PhD Funding.
Workshops & Seminars
Participate in skill-building workshops and seminars to enhance knowledge and capabilities.
Mentorship & Guidance
Receive guidance and feedback from academic and public policy mentors.
Research Opportunities
Design and conduct an independent or team-based research project.
Post-PhD Placement
Post PhD placement at KSPP.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Monthly Salary, Medical Insurance, Paid Leave, GOSI Registration
Roles & Responsibilities
During the fellowship, participants will contribute actively to KSPP’s
academic and research community by:
Admission Requirements
Academic Qualification
Master’s degree obtained between 2022 and 2026, with a minimum academic standing equivalent to “Very Good” under the grading system of the degree-awarding institution.
Academic Background
A master’s degree in a field aligned with KSPP priorities, such as Law, Economics, Political Science, Information Technology, Public Management, Statistics, Mathematics, Sociology, Engineering, Sustainability, Environment, Public Health or Public Policy. The degree must be from either one of the top 30 universities or one of the top 10 programs in subject ranking, based on QS rankings in the year of admission to the master’s program.
GMAT or GRE test score
Applicants who are not graduates of a top 30 university or a top 10 program by subject, according to the QS World University Rankings in the year of admission to their master’s program, must submit a minimum GMAT score of 600 or a GRE score of 300.
Proof of English Language Proficiency
IELTS Academic 6.5 or TOEFL-ibt 80 (may be waived if the applicant has obtained a bachelor’s degree or higher from a country where English is the native language, including Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, or the United States).
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