Applications are now Open for the fully funded Sustainable Development-Oriented Higher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa Scholarship
The Sustainable Development-Oriented Higher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa Scholarship programme is committed to enhancing higher education in Sub-Saharan Africa to promote sustainable development throughout the region. With targeted scholarships, we aim to support individuals looking to build careers in teaching and research at higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa, equipping them to make meaningful contributions to their communities and academic fields.
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Eligibility Criteria
The programme is open to graduates and postgraduates from Sub-Saharan Africa:
- Master’s Applicants: Those holding a bachelor’s degree.
- Doctoral Applicants: Those with a master’s degree.
Scholarships are offered for candidates who want to pursue development-focused Master’s or PhD studies either in their home country (In-Country scholarships) or in another country within Sub-Saharan Africa (In-Region scholarships). We especially encourage applications from women and individuals from less privileged areas or groups.
Note: In-Country scholarships for students in South Africa are managed separately in collaboration with DAAD and NRF.
Supported Degree Programmes
The programme funds Master’s and PhD studies in specific, development-focused fields.
Scholarship Duration
Scholarships cover the standard time frame of the programmes:
- Master’s Degrees: Up to 2 years
- PhD Degrees: Up to 3 years
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the scholarship will receive:
- A monthly stipend
- Study and research allowance
- Costs for publishing the thesis
- Tuition fees
Additional Benefits for In-Region Scholarship Holders:
- Travel allowance
- Health insurance
For specific details on allowances and amounts, please refer to the applications for the relevant degree programme.
Selection and Application Process
The selection process and application criteria can vary depending on the degree programme. For detailed information, applicants should refer to the specific applications from host institutions.
Available Scholarships by Region
Below is a selection of participating universities and their programmes. For a comprehensive list of eligible programmes and more information, refer to the specific applications.
Open Calls by Region
West and Central Africa:
- Benin:
- University of Abomey – Calavi (UAC): Master’s in Statistics (Biostatistics), PhD in Agronomic Sciences (Biometry)
- Cameroon:
- University of Dschang: PhD in Parasitology, PhD in Pharmacology
- Ghana:
- University of Ghana: PhD in Development Studies, Master’s in Seed Science and Technology, Master’s in Molecular Cell Biology of Infectious Diseases
- Nigeria:
- Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA): Master’s and PhD in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
- Benue State University Makurdi (BSUM): Master’s and PhD in Food Chemistry
Eastern Africa:
- Kenya:
- Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT): Master’s in Energy Technology, Soil and Water Engineering, PhD in Soil and Water Engineering
- Moi University and CERM-ESA: Master’s in Education in Research
Southern Africa:
- Botswana:
- Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST): Master’s in Physics (Research)
- Malawi:
- Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS): Master’s in Environmental Health
Application Deadline
The application deadline for this year is November 21, 2024.
