The prestigious NNPC/TotalEnergies ETT Fellowship 2026 offers Nigerian university lecturers a fully funded semester at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA. Designed to revolutionize engineering education in Nigeria, this fellowship empowers faculty members to innovate teaching methods and develop new curricula.
Fellowship Overview
- Host Institution: MIT, United States
- Program Duration: Spring (Feb–May 2026) or Fall (Sep–Dec 2025)
- Eligible Applicants: Nigerian university lecturers
- Fields: Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Petroleum Engineering & Geophysics
- Fellowship Type: Teaching Fellowship
- Deadline: May 20, 2025
- Reward: Full Sponsorship | Travel | Living Expenses | Academic Support
About the NNPC/TotalEnergies MIT ETT Fellowship
The Empowering the Teachers (ETT) program is a collaboration between NNPC Ltd, TotalEnergies Upstream Nigeria Ltd, and MIT International Science and Technology Initiatives (MISTI). It aims to foster academic innovation by enhancing teaching quality, curriculum development, and the overall learning experience in Nigerian universities.
Fellowship Benefits
- Fully funded semester at MIT
- Return airfare and living allowances
- Access to MIT’s academic resources
- Observation of top-tier engineering classes
- Participation in seminars on curriculum design
- Development of modern, innovative course materials
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be faculty members of Nigerian universities
- Hold a PhD in a relevant engineering or geophysics field
- Have a minimum rank of Lecturer I
- Be passionate about transforming teaching through innovation
- Be committed to returning and applying learned methods
Application Process
- Visit the official application portal via the link below.
- Upload all required documents.
- Applications will be screened by MIT and Nigerian representatives.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews in Lagos during the week of July 22, 2025.
- Final selection will follow the interview process.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: May 20, 2025
- Interviews: Week of July 22, 2025
- Fellowship Start Dates: Fall 2025 or Spring 2026
How to Apply
Click the button below to apply via the official MIT portal:
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