The Africa Thesis Award |
Printable versionThe AwardAre you interested in Sub-Saharan Africa and is your Masters thesis on a related subject? If so, the African Studies Centre (ASC) in Leiden is offering you the chance to win €1000 in its Africa Thesis Award!The award aims to encourage student research and writing on Sub-Saharan Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been completed on the basis of research conducted on Africa. The award consists of a prize of €1000 for the winning thesis, which will be published in the ASC African Studies Collection. All the theses submitted will be accessible via the ASC library's catalogue and may also be (partially) published on The Broker's website: http://www.thebrokeronline.eu/. Who can applyAny final-year student who has completed his/her Masters thesis with distinction (80% or higher or a Dutch rating of at least 8) at a university in Africa or the Netherlands can apply. The thesis has to be based on independent empirical research related to Sub-Saharan Africa in one of the subjects listed in the following section and must have been examined within one year prior to the deadline for submitting manuscripts (see below).The ASC specifically encourage students from Sub-Saharan Africa to submit their theses for this annual competition. | Lire la version française You can download the 2009 leaflet here Winner 2009 Winner 2008 Winner 2007 Winner 2006 Winner 2005 Winner 2004 Winner 2003  2009 winner: Miranda Poeze and chair Meine Pieter van Dijk | |
Subject of the thesisAny thesis thematically related to socio-geographical, economic, political, juridical or anthropological issues or focusing on the humanities such as history, religion and literature (but with the exception of language and/or semiotic studies) can be submitted. Its geographical focus should be on Sub-Saharan Africa or its migrant communities elsewhere in the world. The thesis must be socially relevant.Quality of the thesisThe ASC seeks to attract theses that demonstrate a high quality with regard to the subject matter of the research as well as the way the research has been conducted. The jury attaches importance to an original approach and insight, and the relevance of the research to a scientific understanding of the issues covered. In addition, the jury will consider the significance of the thesis in relation to development-related issues and its interest for the general public.How to submit a thesisIf a student or his/her supervisor feels that a Masters thesis merits an award because of its high quality and originality, the thesis should be submitted either to the ASC Awards Committee. Every submission must include:
The application will not be processed if it is incomplete. Where to submit a thesisThe thesis can be submitted if it is written in English, French or Dutch. If the thesis is in Dutch, a five-page English or French summary should also be attached.Time scheduleThis year’s deadline for the submission of theses is 14 June 2010. From all the entries a shortlist of three theses will be drawn up from which a joint jury will select the winning thesis. The jury will announce the final three nominees, and subsequently the winning thesis. The prize will be presented to the winner during an ASC seminar where the winner will present his/her thesis.The juryThe following researchers are on the jury of the 2010 Africa Thesis Award:
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The Africa Thesis Award |
The AwardAre you interested in Sub-Saharan Africa and is your Masters thesis on a related subject? If so, the African Studies Centre (ASC) in Leiden is offering you the chance to win €1000 in its Africa Thesis Award!The award aims to encourage student research and writing on Sub-Saharan Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been completed on the basis of research conducted on Africa. The award consists of a prize of €1000 for the winning thesis, which will be published in the ASC African Studies Collection. All the theses submitted will be accessible via the ASC library's catalogue and may also be (partially) published on The Broker's website: http://www.thebrokeronline.eu/. Who can applyAny final-year student who has completed his/her Masters thesis with distinction (80% or higher or a Dutch rating of at least 8) at a university in Africa or the Netherlands can apply. The thesis has to be based on independent empirical research related to Sub-Saharan Africa in one of the subjects listed in the following section and must have been examined within one year prior to the deadline for submitting manuscripts (see below).The ASC specifically encourage students from Sub-Saharan Africa to submit their theses for this annual competition. | Lire la version française You can download the 2009 leaflet here Winner 2009 Winner 2008 Winner 2007 Winner 2006 Winner 2005 Winner 2004 Winner 2003 2009 winner: Miranda Poeze and chair Meine Pieter van Dijk | |
Subject of the thesisAny thesis thematically related to socio-geographical, economic, political, juridical or anthropological issues or focusing on the humanities such as history, religion and literature (but with the exception of language and/or semiotic studies) can be submitted. Its geographical focus should be on Sub-Saharan Africa or its migrant communities elsewhere in the world. The thesis must be socially relevant.Quality of the thesisThe ASC seeks to attract theses that demonstrate a high quality with regard to the subject matter of the research as well as the way the research has been conducted. The jury attaches importance to an original approach and insight, and the relevance of the research to a scientific understanding of the issues covered. In addition, the jury will consider the significance of the thesis in relation to development-related issues and its interest for the general public.How to submit a thesisIf a student or his/her supervisor feels that a Masters thesis merits an award because of its high quality and originality, the thesis should be submitted either to the ASC Awards Committee. Every submission must include:
The application will not be processed if it is incomplete. Where to submit a thesisThe thesis can be submitted if it is written in English, French or Dutch. If the thesis is in Dutch, a five-page English or French summary should also be attached.Time scheduleThis year’s deadline for the submission of theses is 14 June 2010. From all the entries a shortlist of three theses will be drawn up from which a joint jury will select the winning thesis. The jury will announce the final three nominees, and subsequently the winning thesis. The prize will be presented to the winner during an ASC seminar where the winner will present his/her thesis.The juryThe following researchers are on the jury of the 2010 Africa Thesis Award:
Further information |
The Africa Thesis Award |
The AwardAre you interested in Sub-Saharan Africa and is your Masters thesis on a related subject? If so, the African Studies Centre (ASC) in Leiden is offering you the chance to win €1000 in its Africa Thesis Award!The award aims to encourage student research and writing on Sub-Saharan Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been completed on the basis of research conducted on Africa. The award consists of a prize of €1000 for the winning thesis, which will be published in the ASC African Studies Collection. All the theses submitted will be accessible via the ASC library's catalogue and may also be (partially) published on The Broker's website: http://www.thebrokeronline.eu/. Who can applyAny final-year student who has completed his/her Masters thesis with distinction (80% or higher or a Dutch rating of at least 8) at a university in Africa or the Netherlands can apply. The thesis has to be based on independent empirical research related to Sub-Saharan Africa in one of the subjects listed in the following section and must have been examined within one year prior to the deadline for submitting manuscripts (see below).The ASC specifically encourage students from Sub-Saharan Africa to submit their theses for this annual competition. | Lire la version française You can download the 2009 leaflet here Winner 2009 Winner 2008 Winner 2007 Winner 2006 Winner 2005 Winner 2004 Winner 2003 2009 winner: Miranda Poeze and chair Meine Pieter van Dijk | |
Subject of the thesisAny thesis thematically related to socio-geographical, economic, political, juridical or anthropological issues or focusing on the humanities such as history, religion and literature (but with the exception of language and/or semiotic studies) can be submitted. Its geographical focus should be on Sub-Saharan Africa or its migrant communities elsewhere in the world. The thesis must be socially relevant.Quality of the thesisThe ASC seeks to attract theses that demonstrate a high quality with regard to the subject matter of the research as well as the way the research has been conducted. The jury attaches importance to an original approach and insight, and the relevance of the research to a scientific understanding of the issues covered. In addition, the jury will consider the significance of the thesis in relation to development-related issues and its interest for the general public.How to submit a thesisIf a student or his/her supervisor feels that a Masters thesis merits an award because of its high quality and originality, the thesis should be submitted either to the ASC Awards Committee. Every submission must include:
The application will not be processed if it is incomplete. Where to submit a thesisThe thesis can be submitted if it is written in English, French or Dutch. If the thesis is in Dutch, a five-page English or French summary should also be attached.Time scheduleThis year’s deadline for the submission of theses is 14 June 2010. From all the entries a shortlist of three theses will be drawn up from which a joint jury will select the winning thesis. The jury will announce the final three nominees, and subsequently the winning thesis. The prize will be presented to the winner during an ASC seminar where the winner will present his/her thesis.The juryThe following researchers are on the jury of the 2010 Africa Thesis Award:
Further information |
The Africa Thesis Award |
The AwardAre you interested in Sub-Saharan Africa and is your Masters thesis on a related subject? If so, the African Studies Centre (ASC) in Leiden is offering you the chance to win €1000 in its Africa Thesis Award!The award aims to encourage student research and writing on Sub-Saharan Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been completed on the basis of research conducted on Africa. The award consists of a prize of €1000 for the winning thesis, which will be published in the ASC African Studies Collection. All the theses submitted will be accessible via the ASC library's catalogue and may also be (partially) published on The Broker's website: http://www.thebrokeronline.eu/. Who can applyAny final-year student who has completed his/her Masters thesis with distinction (80% or higher or a Dutch rating of at least 8) at a university in Africa or the Netherlands can apply. The thesis has to be based on independent empirical research related to Sub-Saharan Africa in one of the subjects listed in the following section and must have been examined within one year prior to the deadline for submitting manuscripts (see below).The ASC specifically encourage students from Sub-Saharan Africa to submit their theses for this annual competition. | Lire la version française You can download the 2009 leaflet here Winner 2009 Winner 2008 Winner 2007 Winner 2006 Winner 2005 Winner 2004 Winner 2003 2009 winner: Miranda Poeze and chair Meine Pieter van Dijk | |
Subject of the thesisAny thesis thematically related to socio-geographical, economic, political, juridical or anthropological issues or focusing on the humanities such as history, religion and literature (but with the exception of language and/or semiotic studies) can be submitted. Its geographical focus should be on Sub-Saharan Africa or its migrant communities elsewhere in the world. The thesis must be socially relevant.Quality of the thesisThe ASC seeks to attract theses that demonstrate a high quality with regard to the subject matter of the research as well as the way the research has been conducted. The jury attaches importance to an original approach and insight, and the relevance of the research to a scientific understanding of the issues covered. In addition, the jury will consider the significance of the thesis in relation to development-related issues and its interest for the general public.How to submit a thesisIf a student or his/her supervisor feels that a Masters thesis merits an award because of its high quality and originality, the thesis should be submitted either to the ASC Awards Committee. Every submission must include:
The application will not be processed if it is incomplete. Where to submit a thesisThe thesis can be submitted if it is written in English, French or Dutch. If the thesis is in Dutch, a five-page English or French summary should also be attached.Time scheduleThis year’s deadline for the submission of theses is 14 June 2010. From all the entries a shortlist of three theses will be drawn up from which a joint jury will select the winning thesis. The jury will announce the final three nominees, and subsequently the winning thesis. The prize will be presented to the winner during an ASC seminar where the winner will present his/her thesis.The juryThe following researchers are on the jury of the 2010 Africa Thesis Award:
Further information |
The Africa Thesis Award |
The AwardAre you interested in Sub-Saharan Africa and is your Masters thesis on a related subject? If so, the African Studies Centre (ASC) in Leiden is offering you the chance to win €1000 in its Africa Thesis Award!The award aims to encourage student research and writing on Sub-Saharan Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been completed on the basis of research conducted on Africa. The award consists of a prize of €1000 for the winning thesis, which will be published in the ASC African Studies Collection. All the theses submitted will be accessible via the ASC library's catalogue and may also be (partially) published on The Broker's website: http://www.thebrokeronline.eu/. Who can applyAny final-year student who has completed his/her Masters thesis with distinction (80% or higher or a Dutch rating of at least 8) at a university in Africa or the Netherlands can apply. The thesis has to be based on independent empirical research related to Sub-Saharan Africa in one of the subjects listed in the following section and must have been examined within one year prior to the deadline for submitting manuscripts (see below).The ASC specifically encourage students from Sub-Saharan Africa to submit their theses for this annual competition. | Lire la version française You can download the 2009 leaflet here Winner 2009 Winner 2008 Winner 2007 Winner 2006 Winner 2005 Winner 2004 Winner 2003 2009 winner: Miranda Poeze and chair Meine Pieter van Dijk | |
Subject of the thesisAny thesis thematically related to socio-geographical, economic, political, juridical or anthropological issues or focusing on the humanities such as history, religion and literature (but with the exception of language and/or semiotic studies) can be submitted. Its geographical focus should be on Sub-Saharan Africa or its migrant communities elsewhere in the world. The thesis must be socially relevant.Quality of the thesisThe ASC seeks to attract theses that demonstrate a high quality with regard to the subject matter of the research as well as the way the research has been conducted. The jury attaches importance to an original approach and insight, and the relevance of the research to a scientific understanding of the issues covered. In addition, the jury will consider the significance of the thesis in relation to development-related issues and its interest for the general public.How to submit a thesisIf a student or his/her supervisor feels that a Masters thesis merits an award because of its high quality and originality, the thesis should be submitted either to the ASC Awards Committee. Every submission must include:
The application will not be processed if it is incomplete. Where to submit a thesisThe thesis can be submitted if it is written in English, French or Dutch. If the thesis is in Dutch, a five-page English or French summary should also be attached.Time scheduleThis year’s deadline for the submission of theses is 14 June 2010. From all the entries a shortlist of three theses will be drawn up from which a joint jury will select the winning thesis. The jury will announce the final three nominees, and subsequently the winning thesis. The prize will be presented to the winner during an ASC seminar where the winner will present his/her thesis.The juryThe following researchers are on the jury of the 2010 Africa Thesis Award:
Further information |
The Africa Thesis Award |
The AwardAre you interested in Sub-Saharan Africa and is your Masters thesis on a related subject? If so, the African Studies Centre (ASC) in Leiden is offering you the chance to win €1000 in its Africa Thesis Award!The award aims to encourage student research and writing on Sub-Saharan Africa and to promote the study of African cultures and societies. It is presented annually to a student whose Masters thesis has been completed on the basis of research conducted on Africa. The award consists of a prize of €1000 for the winning thesis, which will be published in the ASC African Studies Collection. All the theses submitted will be accessible via the ASC library's catalogue and may also be (partially) published on The Broker's website: http://www.thebrokeronline.eu/. Who can applyAny final-year student who has completed his/her Masters thesis with distinction (80% or higher or a Dutch rating of at least 8) at a university in Africa or the Netherlands can apply. The thesis has to be based on independent empirical research related to Sub-Saharan Africa in one of the subjects listed in the following section and must have been examined within one year prior to the deadline for submitting manuscripts (see below).The ASC specifically encourage students from Sub-Saharan Africa to submit their theses for this annual competition. | Lire la version française You can download the 2009 leaflet here Winner 2009 Winner 2008 Winner 2007 Winner 2006 Winner 2005 Winner 2004 Winner 2003 2009 winner: Miranda Poeze and chair Meine Pieter van Dijk | |
Subject of the thesisAny thesis thematically related to socio-geographical, economic, political, juridical or anthropological issues or focusing on the humanities such as history, religion and literature (but with the exception of language and/or semiotic studies) can be submitted. Its geographical focus should be on Sub-Saharan Africa or its migrant communities elsewhere in the world. The thesis must be socially relevant.Quality of the thesisThe ASC seeks to attract theses that demonstrate a high quality with regard to the subject matter of the research as well as the way the research has been conducted. The jury attaches importance to an original approach and insight, and the relevance of the research to a scientific understanding of the issues covered. In addition, the jury will consider the significance of the thesis in relation to development-related issues and its interest for the general public.How to submit a thesisIf a student or his/her supervisor feels that a Masters thesis merits an award because of its high quality and originality, the thesis should be submitted either to the ASC Awards Committee. Every submission must include:
The application will not be processed if it is incomplete. Where to submit a thesisThe thesis can be submitted if it is written in English, French or Dutch. If the thesis is in Dutch, a five-page English or French summary should also be attached.Time scheduleThis year’s deadline for the submission of theses is 14 June 2010. From all the entries a shortlist of three theses will be drawn up from which a joint jury will select the winning thesis. The jury will announce the final three nominees, and subsequently the winning thesis. The prize will be presented to the winner during an ASC seminar where the winner will present his/her thesis.The juryThe following researchers are on the jury of the 2010 Africa Thesis Award:
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