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Scholarship for bachelors in pharmacy

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Thank you for sharing that, Judish. It's great to hear you're committed to upgrading your diploma in pharmaceutical studies. There are several pathways you can take to advance your education, and depending on your goals, background, and location, you may qualify for fully funded scholarships for a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Pharmaceutical Sciences.


🎯 Your Goal: Upgrade Diploma in Pharmaceutical Studies

You're aiming to go from a diploma to a degree, likely a Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) or a related program in pharmaceutical sciences, clinical pharmacy, or pharmacology.


✅ Options Available to You

1. Government or Local University Upgrading Programs (Kenya or regionally)

  • Many public universities in Kenya and East Africa offer bridging or upgrading programs for diploma holders.
  • You may be admitted into the 2nd or 3rd year of a degree program based on your performance.
  • Ask the pharmacy department of schools like Jomo Kenyatta University, University of Nairobi, or Kenyatta University about credit transfer options.

2. International Scholarships for Pharmacy and Health Sciences

If you're interested in studying abroad, these are some fully funded options you might consider:

🌍 Turkey Government Scholarship

  • Offers full funding for undergraduate and graduate programs.
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy is included in eligible programs.
  • Covers tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend, and airfare.

🎓 Hungary (Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship)

  • Fully funded scholarships for international students in health-related fields.
  • Includes tuition, monthly allowance, accommodation, and medical insurance.

🇨🇳 Chinese Government Scholarship

  • Many universities in China offer English-taught pharmacy programs under full scholarships.
  • Covers tuition, accommodation, stipend, and medical insurance.

📚 India (ICCR Scholarship)

  • Offers full scholarships to African students, including programs in pharmaceutical sciences.
  • Covers tuition, living allowance, hostel fees, and airfare.

📌 What You’ll Need to Apply:

  • Diploma certificate and transcripts
  • KCSE certificate (or equivalent)
  • Valid passport or national ID
  • Personal statement or motivation letter
  • Academic recommendation letters
  • English proficiency test results (if required by the program)

✍️ Next Steps:

  1. Decide whether you want to study locally or abroad.
  2. Let me know your preferred country or target universities, and I can help find exact scholarships and programs.
  3. Start preparing your documents early—most scholarship applications open between October and March.

Would you like help writing your personal statement or choosing a university or country? I’d be happy to help you take the next step!

I Am Judish Kemunto Nyang’au former student from the Kisii national polytechnic willing to upgrade my diploma in pharmaceutical.

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