These programmes are vital to achieving food security, enhancing productivity, protecting natural resources, and increasing Jamaica’s global competitiveness in agriculture.

Where You Can Study

Scholarships are tenable at approved Local and International Universities through face-to-face study modes.

Programme Duration

• Master level (*up to 2 years renewable annually)
• PhD Level (*up to 3 years renewable annually)

Eligibility Criteria

Under the Scholarship Programme, each applicant must:

1. Be a Jamaican citizen or permanent resident
2. Hold a degree in a relevant agricultural or natural sciences discipline (minimum GPA of 3.0)
3. Have been admitted to a recognized institution offering postgraduate programmes in the approved fields
4. At the time of application: MSc./MPhil. Level candidates should be no older than 35 years and PhD level candidates no older than 45 years.
5. Submit a research proposal aligned with national priorities
6. Demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to contributing to the agricultural sector upon completion
7. Study at approved local or International Universities (Hybrid/Face to Face)

Obligation

" Successful candidates will be required to enter into a Bonding Agreement with the Government of Jamaica (GOJ) prior to the uptake of the Scholarship Award, giving an undertaking to work in the Public Service (for government employees) or serve the country (for private citizens) for a specified period upon completion of studies. "