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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS – ROBERT AND CHRISTINE DANZIGER SCHOLARSHIP

Application Deadline: August 31st, 2024,

LOCATION: Germany

The Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship application window is open until August 31st, 2024, offering a unique opportunity for doctoral candidates from Africa, particularly Ghana or West and Central Africa. The scholarship designed for those pursuing a doctorate at Heidelberg University in the fields of geography (with a focus on geoinformatics) or political science and have demonstrated excellent performance in their respective fields.

ELIGIBILITY:

Doctoral candidates from Africa, particularly Ghana or West and Central Africa.

Prospective scholars are encouraged to explore dynamic research opportunities within the GIScience Research Group and ongoing projects at the Heidelberg Institute for Geoinformation Technology (HeiGIT). Engage in innovative basic and applied research at the crossroads of geography and computational sciences, with thematic focuses on volunteered geographic information (VGI), big spatial data analytics, smart mobility, and humanitarian aid, including disaster management. A close collaboration with HeiGIT facilitates the translation of research into practical solutions.

BENEFIT:

Successful applicants will receive a monthly stipend of 1,200 € for up to 36 months, providing crucial financial support throughout their doctoral journey. Click here for a comprehensive list of requirements and detailed information about the funding.

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ASHESI-ETH MASTER IN MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING

Application Deadline: 31 July 2024, 23:59:59 Greenwich Mean Time

LOCATION: Ghana

Ashesi University in Ghana and ETH Zurich have been offering a joint Master’s programme in Mechatronic Engineering. 40 students from 7 African countries are currently studying at Ashesi University. Applications for the 4th cohort to start the programme in 2025 are open until 31 July 2024.

ELIGIBILITY:

 Applicants with bachelor or master degree (second class or higher) in mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, computer, allied engineering, or other related degrees will be considered for the programme.

Applicants who have received their bachelor or master degree in the past five years, OR applicants with aforementioned degrees who have also had consistent on-the-job professional development, such as cutting edge training.

Transcripts or other supporting documents submitted by applicants in a language other than English must be translated and certified as copies of the original document(s).

Students for who English was not a language of instruction must submit evidence of English language proficiency

Find out more information about our entry requirements

BENEFIT:

Fully Funded Educational Programme: Full scholarships covering tuition, academic fees, laptop & equipment, accommodation, health insurance, one trip home each year, monthly stipend for other living expenses

Mentorship: Personal career development, supported by profesional experts and guided by an experienced mentor

Internship: Challenging hands-​on assignments in learning by doing

Job Offer: Our global-​leading industry partners and other companies in the region provide job opportunities after graduation

Three-​Year Programme with Two Certificates: Master of Advance Studies (MAS) from ETH Zurich and Master of Science (MSc) from Ashesi University

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