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DAAD 2025 In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme at the University of Ghana

In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme at West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI), University of Ghana

Eligible Degree

  • Master of Philosophy in Seed Science and Technology

Brief Overview

  • Funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), managed by DAAD.
  • Designed to foster higher education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa, focusing on sustainable development.
  • Scholarships aim to develop professionals for academia, public sectors, and development-related sectors within Sub-Saharan Africa.

Details of the Scholarship

  • Up to three (3) In-Country and seven (7) In-Region scholarships available.
  • Offered for Master studies at WACCI, University of Ghana.

Program Objectives

  1. Qualified Professionals: Equip graduates for leadership roles addressing development-related issues.
  2. Inclusivity: Encourage participation of women and underprivileged groups.
  3. Strengthening Institutions: Enhance partner institutions’ capacities in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Graduates with a Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class/Upper Division or equivalent).
  • Strong motivation and proficiency in the language of instruction.
  • Degree must have been obtained within the last six years.
  • Must be a national or permanent resident of a Sub-Saharan African country.
  • Eligible applicants include public university staff, teaching/research staff candidates, public sector employees, and DAFI program alumni.
  • Priority for female applicants, recognized refugees, and those from underprivileged backgrounds.
  • Previous DAAD Master’s scholarship recipients are ineligible.

Scholarship Values

  • Tuition Fees: Specified in the Letter of Award.
  • Study and Research Allowance: EUR 460 annually.
  • Thesis Publishing Costs: EUR 400 (once).
  • Monthly Scholarship:
    • In-Country: EUR 400
    • In-Region: EUR 500
  • Travel Allowance (In-Region only): Provided at the start and end of the scholarship.
  • Health Insurance (In-Region only): Details specified in the Letter of Award.

Required Documents

  1. DAAD online application form.
  2. Curriculum vitae (CV) in tabular format.
  3. List of publications (if applicable).
  4. One letter of recommendation (DAAD format).
  5. Letter of admission from WACCI (can be submitted later).
  6. Degree certificates and transcripts.
  7. Motivation letter (1-2 pages).
  8. Passport or national ID copy.
  9. Refugee ID or UNHCR document (if applicable).

How to Apply for the Scholarship

  1. DAAD Portal Application:
    • Complete registration on the DAAD Portal.
    • Submit all required documents by 21st November 2024.
  2. Application to WACCI:
    • Apply directly to WACCI following their admission process.

Deadline

  • DAAD Portal Deadline: 21st November 2024