Are you a graduate or postgraduate from Sub-Saharan Africa looking to advance your academic and professional career? Look no further than the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Masters and Ph.D Scholarships for Sub-Saharan Africans! DAAD’s In-Country/In-Region Programme Sub-Saharan Africa is an initiative funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). It aims to empower individuals like you to pursue Master’s or PhD studies in your home country or another Sub-Saharan African country. Let’s delve into the details of this exciting opportunity:
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Objective In-Country/In-Region Programme Sub-Saharan Africa
The programme is designed to foster strong, internationally oriented higher education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a focus on sustainable development. By providing scholarships for development-related Master’s or doctoral studies, it aims to train future academic and professional leaders who will contribute to solving development-related problems in the region. The long-term impacts include qualified professionals’ involvement in development, strengthening of education and research, and capacity building of partner institutions.
Who Can Apply for DAAD’s Masters and Ph.D Scholarships for Sub-Saharan Africans
This international scholarship opportunity is open to all graduates of Sub-Saharan African nations who satisfy the following requirements:
- Is a graduate or postgraduate from Sub-Saharan Africa
- Has a passion for academia and research
- Pursuing a Master’s or PhD programme.
- Is a female applicant or a candidate from underprivileged regions or groups.
Benefits of DAAD’s In-Country/In-Region Programme
- The programme supports Master’s and PhD studies in various fields.
- Funding covers the usual duration of the course, up to two years for Master’s and up to three years for PhD programmes.
- The scholarship includes a monthly allowance, study and research allowance, printing allowance, and tuition fees.
- In-Region scholarship holders also receive a travel allowance and health insurance.
Selection Process
The selection process varies depending on the degree programme. Detailed information can be found in the respective calls for applications. Each host institution may have specific application instructions, so be sure to review them carefully.
Application Deadline
The deadline for applications is the 9th of April, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your education and contribute to sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa!
Available Masters and Ph.D Scholarships for Sub-Saharan Africans
These are the available programmes for the DAAD’s In-Country/In-Region Masters and Ph.D Scholarships for Sub-Saharan Africans. Click on each programme to see their requirements and how to apply.
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Malawi:
- Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR)
- Subject Field: Master in Aquaculture and Fisheries Science
- Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR)
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Namibia:
- Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST)
- Subject Field: PhD in Computer Science
- Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST)
- South Africa (In-Region Scholarships Only):
- Stellenbosch University (SUN)
- Subject Field: Master in Molecular Biology and Human Genetics (MBHG)
- University of Cape Town (UCT)
- Subject Field: Master in Urban Studies – Southern Urbanism
- University of the Western Cape (UWC)
- Subject Field: Master in Development Studies at ISD
- Subject Field: PhD in Development Studies at ISD
- Stellenbosch University (SUN)
How to Apply for Masters and Ph.D Scholarships for Sub-Saharan Africans
To apply, visit the respective calls for applications for detailed instructions. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline and seize this opportunity to pursue your academic and professional aspirations in Sub-Saharan Africa!
For more information about the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Programme click here.
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