Application Deadline: April 9th, 2025
LOCATION: South Africa
The programme aims to foster strong, internationally oriented higher education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa with the capacity to contribute to sustainable development. For this purpose, scholarships for development-related Doctoral studies are awarded to individuals who plan to pursue a career in teaching and/or research at a higher education institution in Sub-Saharan Africa
ELIGIBILITY:
Applicants for a PhD degree
postgraduates with a first academic degree, who have successfully completed a two-year university Master’s degree (or equivalent) with above average results (at least: Second Class/Upper Division or equivalent, if applicable) Candidates who cannot provide a Second Class/Upper Division or a higher result are not eligible;
clearly show motivation and strong commitment;
have thorough knowledge of the language of instruction;
have completed their last university degree not more than 6 years ago at the time of application;
must be nationals or permanent residents of a Sub-Saharan African country (excluding South Africa or students with a permanent residence in South Africa) ;
should be a) staff member of a public university, b) or a candidate considered for teaching or research staff recruitment, c) or from the public sector and/or d) Alumni of the DAFI-programme. Fresh graduates, professionals and other candidates who do not fit in the above-mentioned areas are also invited to apply for the programme. Female applicants, refugees with recognised refugee status and candidates from other less privileged regions or groups are especially encouraged to participate in the programme.
Scholarships for PhD studies are initially granted for one year and can be extended to a maximum of the regular period of study upon receipt of an application for extension. Scholars must demonstrate satisfactory progress before an extension is granted. Please note: If you have already received a scholarship for PhD studies from the DAAD, further PhD funding from the DAAD is not possible
Please note: The University of the Western Cape might have additional requirements for admission to the university.
BENEFIT:
The scholarship covers:
Benefits Payment Schedule Amount Tuition Fees (annually). The regularly charged amount will be specified in the letter of award.
Study and research allowance (annually): 920 EUR
Thesis publishing costs (once towards the end of scholarship): 800 EUR
Monthly Scholarship (Accommodation, Food etc.) monthly: 700 EUR
Travel allowance (In-Region only) usually twice (beginning/ end of scholarship)
The flat rate travel allowance will be specified in the letter of award. Health Insurance (In-Region only) Further information regarding the health insurance will be specified in the letter of award.
