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DAAD IN-COUNTRY/IN-REGION MASTERS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA

Application Deadline: 23rd November 2023

LOCATION: Kenya

The programme aims at fostering 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 Wählen Sie ein Element aus. studies are awarded to individuals who plan to pursue a career in teaching and/or research at a higher education institution in SubSaharan Africa.

ELIGIBILITY:

Applicants for a Master’s degree

The In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme supports studies in subject areas with strong relevance to national development. The scholarships at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology are available in the following field:

Master in Food Science and Technology

graduates with a first academic degree, who have successfully completed generally a three-year university degree 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 non-applicable;

clearly show motivation and strong commitment;

have thorough knowledge of the language of instruction;

 have generally 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-Sahara African country;

should generally 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. Female applicants, refugees with recognized refugee status and candidates from other less privileged regions or groups are especially encouraged to participate in the programme. Please note: If you have already received a Master’s scholarship from the DAAD, further Master’s funding from the DAAD is not possible.

BENEFIT:

Tuition Fees*

Study and research allowance: 460 EUR

Printing allowance: 400 EUR

Monthly Scholarship (Accommodation, Food etc.)

Travel allowance (In-Region only)

Insurance (In-Region only)

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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR THE MASTERCARD FOUNDATION SCHOLARS PROGRAM AT USIU-AFRICA

Application Deadline: Friday, November 24. 2023 at 11:59pm (East Africa Time)

LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya

United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa) has partnered with the Mastercard Foundation in its global Scholars Program. This initiative will offer academically talented youth from Africa facing financial, gender, displacement, or disability constraints an opportunity to access world class university education.

The scholarship targets African youth who are either, Young Women, Refugees/ displaced Youth, Persons with Disability and Young Men with the following qualities;

Academic talent

Commitment to giving back to their communities

Leadership potential

ELIGIBILITY:

Be 29 years and below at the time of application.

Meet the minimum university entry grade of a C+ and above or its equivalent as set by the Kenya Commission for University Education. Applicants interested in courses in the school of Pharmacy and Health Sciences must have a mean grade of B- or its equivalent and at least a C+ or B- in the cluster subjects of English, Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry. International applicants must meet the equivalent.

Must be interested in any of the approved 13 undergraduate degree programs for the Scholars Program at USIU-Africa

BENEFIT:

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars at USIU-Africa will receive holistic support which includes:

Tuition and functional fees;

Laptops, books, and other learning materials;

Reasonable accommodation and meals;

Medical insurance;

Stipend;

Transport to and from home;

Access to leadership training;

Access to entrepreneurial training;

Psycho-social support, career counseling, and mentorship;

Disability needs will be reasonably catered for.

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