2023 ALX Africa and MasterCard Software Engineering Scholarship Program

1.1 About the ALX Africa and MasterCard Software Engineering Scholarship Program
1.2 Scholarship Benefits
1.3 Career Opportunities for Beneficiaries
1.4 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
1.5 Method of Application

About the ALX Africa and MasterCard Software Engineering Scholarship Program

ALX is a top-tier provider of technology training with a mission to expedite the professional growth of young Africans by equipping them with the technological and professional skills necessary to excel in the digital economy. Our training is of the highest caliber and geared towards cultivating the next generation of tech professionals, innovators, entrepreneurs, and business leaders. By doing so, we are grooming our talent to become global tech influencers, ready to take on the challenges of the ever-evolving tech landscape. In partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and The ROOM, we strive to become a pivotal force in driving technological innovation.

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Scholarship Benefits

• Full Sponsorship 

Upon completion of the program, successful participants will be able to

• Examine system capabilities and requirements by storing, retrieving, and manipulating data, while also demonstrating key professional competencies such as project management, critical thinking, creative problem-solving, interview techniques, communication, and collaboration skills.

• They will also possess the ability to design systems and acquire information on project limitations, performance requirements, capabilities, and interfaces.

• Furthermore, they will have the skill to model systems or applications that facilitate the writing of necessary code by developers.

• Participants will be able to utilize coding and other technological solutions to solve complex problems.

• Additionally, they will be equipped to analyze and recommend computer specifications, layouts, and peripheral equipment modifications through thorough analysis and recommendation.

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Career Opportunities for Beneficiaries

What professions will I be equipped for upon completing this program?

• Full-Stack Engineer

• Mobile App Developer

• Graphics Engineer

• Front-End Engineer

• Back-End Engineer

• Systems Administrator

• DevOps Engineer

• Cybersecurity Engineer

• Embedded System Engineer

Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

Here is a summary of the eligibility requirements for the scholarship program:

• Must be of African origin.

• Must be between 18-34 years old.

• Must attend in-person requirements at one of our eight city hubs: Kigali, Nairobi, Lagos, Casablanca, Accra, Cairo, Johannesburg and Addis Ababa.

• Must have access to a computer and the internet during the program.

Here are the eligibility requirements for non-Africans:

• Must pay for the course

• Age: 18 years or older

• Must attend in-person requirements at one of our eight city hubs: Kigali, Nairobi, Lagos, Casablanca, Accra, Cairo, Johannesburg and Addis Ababa.

• Must have access to a computer during the program.

It is important to note that ALX allows learners to enroll in only one program at a time due to training requirements and program rigor. If you have already applied or are currently enrolled in a program, you will not be able to apply for another program.

Method of Application