Scholarship Overview
- For applicants from Sub-Saharan African countries with an excellent academic record the DRD offers a limited number of DAAD merit scholarships per year.
Host School(s):
- Study at South Africa – German Centre for Development Research and Criminal Justice
Field(s) of Study:
Scholarships are available for full-time students of
- the African Scholarships for MA and M Econ in Development Studies,
- the African Scholarships for Master in Public Administration,
- the African Scholarships for MA in Development Management (Bochum Programme),
- the different PhD options at the centre
What does the scholarship cover?
- Scholarships include monthly allowances of 650 Euro plus travel allowances for Master candidates and 900 Euro plus travel allowances for PhD candidates. More information about requirements for application and application procedure is provided below.
How many scholarships are given?
- not stated
Which countries are targeted?
- Sub-Saharan Africa
Am I Eligible to Apply?
Requirements for application and application procedure
- Scholarship applicants are adviced to carefully read about the specific entry requirements and course application procedure of the programme of their choice. The information is available from the respective programmes sections. In addition to programme requirements, all applicants have to meet the following requirements:
- Applicants should be from Sub-Sahara Africa
- Applicants should have an outstanding academic record – at least 70% for your last degree
- Applicants should apply within 3 years of having completed their previous degree
- The study must have been completed at an internationally recognised university
- The previous degree (Baccalaureus or Master) should have been an academic discipline which is related to Development Studies or Public Administration
- South African students are required to have an honours degree in order to be admitted to a Masters degree course. Other students need the equivalent of a 4 year undergraduate degree
- Applicants must provide evidence of proficiency in English, both written and spoken. This can be TOEFL test or a similar standard test or a letter from an academic institution
- Work and/or voluntary experience in your field of interest would be a recommendation
- Women are encouraged to apply
- South African students are encouraged to apply
- Applicants must be able to study fulltime at the UWC for the required period.
How do I Apply – Next Steps
Closing Date:
- the MA in Development Studies (next deadline 31 July 2015, online application platform will be available from April 2015 only!)
- the Master in Public Administration (next deadline 31 July 2015, online application platform will be available from April 2015 only!)
- the MA in Development Management (Bochum Programme, next deadline 31 December 2015)
(separate online application platform, access and guidelines via “How to apply” section of the Bochum programme or via the course homepage) - the different PhD options at the centre (PhD UWC) (next deadline 31 July 2015, online application platform will be available from April 2015 only!)
How do I get more information?
Website – http://drd-sa.org/index.php/scholarships-in-development-studies.html
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Taye kenate says
My name is Taye Kenate and I am an Ethiopian. I have a B.Ed. Degree in chemistry,BA in Economics and diploma in chemistry laboratory technician from Haramaya university and Ambo university.
I do have also a lot of work experiences of working in laboratory concerning chemistry.
I have an interesting CGPA.Now, I need to continue my Masters Program with related courses to my profession.
So, I would be very very happy if your University is helping me to continue my Masters Program.
Thank you.
Haileyesus Zeyede says
Hello,i am called Haileyesus Zeyede from Ethiopia.i was graduated in the field of Electrical Engineering /University Degree/ before two years ago.I’ve worked in real state in house installation, and now I’m working in Ethiopian national broadcast I’m really motivated and interested for technology but as you know in developing countries technological department is not that much suburb,the same thing in my country Ethiopia.so please give me the chance to get good experience and knowledge.
so, I’m eager to see your response.
sincerely yours, Haileyesus Zeyede
Taye Kenate says
First of all I would like to thank the University, for opening this great chance for any developing countries. I am Taye kenate from Ethiopia(East Africa). I am 23 years old. Am graduated from Haramaya university with a B.Ed degree in chemeistry and BA degree in economics with Excellent CGPA. Currently, I am working in Haramaya university ,Ethiopia.
Now I am looking for free scholarship ethier in chemistry or in economics ,or related fields it could be connect and help to serve my country with better know-how. Am very interesting to have master so please give me this great chance.
Therefore, it is my strong belief that you will give me this chance to join my further education in your institution. Please make my early dream to become to reality!!
Thanks in advance.
Email; tayekenate@gmail.com
Hussein Haggag says
Dear Mr./Mrs,
I would like to offer my academic qualifications as a graduate from the faculty of Computer and Information Science at the respected Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt being one of the best universities in Information and Computer Science in Egypt.
I am writing with a deep desire to pursue a research position to the Master’s Program to develop my academic career path. I truly believe that my credentials will be of great use in the workplace environment. Due to my academic discipline, I possess a formidable basis of onsite independent learning. With regards to my grades, I passed my bachelor’s degree with distinction and I was ranked first in my honors class. I also have a few professors who have recommended me.
One of my greatest strength lies in Software Design and Development. Teaching several courses in programming and Data Structure such as Object Oriented Programming, Assembly Language and Information Engineering has granted me the ability to work proficiently with software development using many programming languages such as .Net, Java…
I would like the chance to hear from you regarding my abilities and qualifications, and to further my capabilities with a research position. Thank you for your time, consideration, and kind assistance.
Sincerely,
Hussein Haggag
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Mengiste Adane says
i am very interested to study social science disciplines at your university. i have already graduated in sociology & social anthropology from Addis Abeba university.please help me to study at different related fields.