SA-GER CDR Postgraduate Scholarships and Internships 2023 at the Ruhr-University Bochum

SA-GER CDR Postgraduate Scholarships and Internships 2023 at the Ruhr-University Bochum

SA-GER CDR/DAAD offers fully-funded scholarships and internships for students interested in studying in South Africa and Germany. Ruhr-University Bochum also provides limited DAAD merit scholarships for exceptional students from Sub-Saharan African countries based on academic excellence. Recipients will study at prestigious universities with access to world-class academic programs and cutting-edge research facilities.

This great opportunity is designed for Master’s and PhD students who are interested in being considered for full scholarships. These scholarships offer an excellent opportunity for students to participate in one of the prestigious programs without the burden of financial constraints. Furthermore, each year, the university also offers a number of mobility scholarships exclusively for Master’s students. These scholarships aim to provide additional support for students to participate in programs outside of their home institution, broadening their academic experience and enabling them to engage in diverse research environments. They are committed to supporting our students throughout their academic journey and encourage all eligible applicants to apply for these scholarships

Ruhr-University Bochum (RUB) is a public research university located in the city of Bochum, Germany. It was founded in 1962 as part of the new wave of comprehensive universities in Germany. RUB is known for its focus on interdisciplinary research, particularly in the fields of natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences. Today, it is one of the largest universities in Germany, with over 42,000 students and more than 5,000 staff members. We strongly encourage all eligible candidates to take advantage of this unique opportunity and apply for these scholarships to kickstart their academic and professional journey.

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Scholarship Summary:

Scholarship Sponsor(s): SA-GER CDR/DAAD.

Host Institution(s): SA-GER CDR/ The Ruhr-University Bochum

Scholarship Worth:

• Tuition and registration fees are covered by the Scholarship Programme.
• Plus monthly allowances of 650 Euro plus travel allowances for Master candidates and 900 Euro plus travel allowances for PhD candidates.
• Internship Placement in reputable German organizations

Number of Awards: Several

Study Level: Masters and PhD

Nationality: African Students

Requirements and eligibility criteria for SA-GER CDR Postgraduate Scholarships and Internships 2023 at the Ruhr-University Bochum:

• 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 6 years of having completed their previous degree
• The study must have been completed at an internationally recognized university
• The previous degree (Baccalaureus or Master’s) should have been an academic discipline which is related to Development Studies or Public Administration
• South African students are required to have an honors degree in order to be admitted to a Master’s 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 full-time at the UWC for the required period.

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Application Procedure for SA-GER CDR Postgraduate Scholarships and Internships 2023 at the Ruhr-University Bochum (How to apply);

An interested applicant who wants to apply for SA-GER CDR Postgraduate Scholarships and Internships 2023 at the Ruhr-University Bochum, will have to fill in an electronic application form; the e-form can only be submitted once, please make sure that your application is complete before submitting it!
For the MADM please refer to the “How to apply” section of the Bochum program or the course homepage.
Application Documents: Documents that have to be uploaded when using the e-form are mentioned in the respective “How to apply” sections of each program!
Contact Information: For additional information on the courses or on registration please write to uwc@cdr-sa.org

Application Deadline: Varies

For more information visit the official website