About the Program:

The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) HBCU Faculty Fellowship and Grant Program aims to support faculty at Historically Black College or University. (Please consult this list to determine whether your institution is eligible.) in their research endeavors by providing grants and fellowships tailored to the needs of these institutions.

There are two types of awards available through the program:

1. Grants of up to $10,000 for research project development, with a grant term of 12 to 15 months.
2. Fellowships of up to $50,000 to support sustained time and engagement with a significant research project, with an award term of 15 to 27 months.

Details:

• ACLS will award up to 12 grants and up to eight fellowships.
• Applicants are encouraged to choose the award type that best aligns with their research goals and professional commitments.
• The funds can be used for anything necessary to advance the project.
• In addition to the stipend, awardees will have access to networking and mentorship opportunities that support their scholarly goals.
• Each award also includes an institutional grant of $2,500 to the recipient’s home institution to enhance humanities programming or infrastructure.
• ACLS offers support for applicants through informational webinars, office hours, and feedback on draft applications.

ACLS HBCU Faculty Fellowship Program:

• Stipend: $30,000 to $50,000 fellowships to be used for semester or year-long research leaves, summer salary, or course releases, and any other activities that advance the proposed project, including (but not limited to) travel to collections or conferences, research and editorial support, and child- or eldercare costs.
• The award term runs from June 1, 2025, to August 31, 2027
• The deadline for submitting through the ACLS online fellowship administration system (ofa.acls.org) is no later than 9:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, November 6, 2024.

Eligibility:

• Applicants must be employed primarily as instructors at an institution designated as an Historically Black College or University. Applicants do not need to be appointed full-time and do not need to be on the tenure-track. Part-time and adjunct instructors are welcome to apply. All awardees must remain employed at an accredited HBCU for the duration of the award term.
• Have an MA or PhD in the humanities or related social sciences that was conferred by the application deadline.
• Projects should focus on humanities or social science topics in higher education settings and incorporate original research.
• We especially welcome applications from faculty whose perspectives have been historically underrepresented in the academy, including (but not limited to) Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, and Indigenous scholars from around the world; people with disabilities; queer, trans, and gender nonconforming people; and people of diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
• We encourage applications from all types of institutions represented among HBCUs, including both two-year and four-year degree-granting institutions.

Application should include:

• Completed application form (this includes basic biographical information, as well as short-answer questions describing your project, teaching and service responsibilities, and institutional context).
• A brief personal statement describing your journey as a scholar and how personal experience, scholarly influences, and broader research interests inform your proposed project (one page, double spaced).
• Proposal detailing project context and goals, work already undertaken, and resources needed to complete project (no more than five pages, double spaced, including any footnotes or endnotes, and any images).
• A bibliography of up to two pages (single spaced, with separate sections detailing primary sources – if applicable – and secondary literature).
• A one-page workplan detailing work to be conducted during award tenure. (Please review the suggested guidelines for this application component.)
• A basic budget. (ACLS provides a sample template for reference.)

Apply and read more information about the FELLOWSHIP Program

ACLS Project Grants for HBCU Faculty:

• Up to $10,000 stipend for project activities
• 12-15 months tenure starting June 1, 2025
• Additional $2,500 grant to home institution
• $500 grant for finalists
• Applications due November 6, 2024
• Notifications in late March 2025

Use of Grant Funds:

• Research, teaching, and professional development support
• Course releases, travel, publications, collaborations, community engagement

Eligibility:

• Instructors at Historically Black College or University with MA or PhD in humanities or related social sciences
• Must participate in networking events
• Projects must address humanities or social sciences topics in higher education

Evaluation Criteria:

• Engaging with field of study
• Quality of proposal
• Feasibility of project
• Appropriateness for funding type
• Contribution to inclusive excellence

Application should include:

• Completed application form (this includes basic biographical information, as well as short-answer questions regarding your journey as a scholar, research interests, teaching responsibilities, and institutional context).
• Proposal detailing the project’s research base and goals; work already undertaken (if any); and resources needed to complete the project (no more than two pages double spaced including any footnotes or endnotes).
• Optional: Up to one page of images or figures, if needed.
• A brief personal statement describing your journey as a scholar and how personal experience, scholarly influences, and broader research interests inform your proposed project (one page, double spaced).
• A bibliography (one page, single spaced, with separate sections detailing primary sources – if applicable – and secondary literature).
• A one-page workplan detailing work to be conducted during award tenure. (Review the suggested guidelines for this application component.)
• A basic budget. (ACLS provides a sample template for reference.)

Apply and read more information about the GRANT Program

Application Deadline

Applications must be submitted by 31 July 2024.

Fields of Study

The GR2A scholarships cover various disciplines related to sustainability:

• Green Mining
• Renewable Energy
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Early Weather Detection
• Green Agriculture

Participating Institutions

The scholarships are available through five esteemed African institutions:

• The National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Zimbabwe
• Cooperative Education Unit – Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST Namibia)
• The Copperbelt University – Ecampus (CBU) of Zambia
• Rhodes University (RU) of South Africa
• The University of Eswatini (UNESWA)

Eligibility Criteria

Target Group 1: African nationals/residents who are enrolled in or have graduated from a higher education institution that is part of the GR2A consortium.

Target Group 2: African citizens and residents enrolled in or graduated from higher education institutions outside the consortium or similar institutions.

Application Process

1. Eligibility Check: Confirm your eligibility based on target groups.
2. Field of Study: Ensure your area of interest is covered by GR2A.
3. Host Institution: Apply for admission through the internal application process of your chosen host university.
4. Read Guidelines: Review the GR2A prospectus thoroughly.
5. Prepare Documents: Submit all required documents in English.
6. Selection Process: Understand the requirements and selection criteria.
7. Submit Application: Complete and submit your application form.

After Acceptance

If awarded the scholarship, you will receive an offer letter and pre-departure information from your host institution. Prepare for your stay and academic journey with guidance from your host university.

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• Full tuition coverage
• Annual stipend between $34,000 to $45,000
• Relocation grant of $1,500
• No IELTS required for 2025 research scholarships

Application Details:

• Application Period: Now open for scholarships commencing in 2025.
• Start Date: Successful applicants are expected to begin in March 2025.
• Application Deadlines:
  • International applicants: 18 September 2024
  • Australian citizens, New Zealand citizens, and Australian permanent residents: 29 September 2024

Application Process:

Scholarships are awarded through a highly competitive process. Follow the advice provided to make your application competitive. Ensure you:

1. Choose Your Program
2. Check Your Eligibility
3. Identify Your Research Project or Area
4. Understand Costs and Scholarships

Costs and Scholarships:

Fee Information:

• Local Applicants: Funded by the Research Training Program (RTP), covering full tuition for the program’s maximum duration (2 years for MSc by Research, 4 years for PhD).
• International Applicants: Fee details vary for onshore and offshore candidates.

Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF):

Both international and domestic candidates must pay this fee annually to maintain and enhance RMIT’s services.

Scholarship Types:

• Stipend Scholarships:
  • RTP Stipend Scholarship (RSS)
  • RMIT Research Stipend Scholarship (RRSS)
• International Tuition Fee Scholarships:
  • RTP International Fee Offset Scholarship (RIFOS)
  • Research International Tuition Fee Scholarship (RRITFS)
• Vice-Chancellor’s PhD Scholarship:
  • Complete the VCPS Expression of Interest Form for consideration.
• RMIT Indigenous HDR Scholarship:
  • Available for Indigenous Australians through the Ngarara Willim Centre.
• RMIT Research Equity Scholarship:
  • For applicants affected by a disability or long-term medical condition.

Eligibility:

Applicants must:

• Meet entry requirements for an RMIT graduate research program.
• Provide evidence of English proficiency by the application deadline (international applicants).
• Obtain an academic member’s agreement to supervise their research.

Competitive Selection:

Scholarships are based on academic achievement, research outputs, and professional experience. Priority is given to those with:

• High distinction in the final years of the qualifying program (80%+).
• Relevant work experience and research publications.
• No previous graduate research program completion at the same or higher level.
• Enrolment and primary residency at an RMIT Australian campus.

Prepare Your Application:

The process involves:

1. Expression of Interest (EOI)
2. Full Application Submission (upon successful EOI)

Transfer Applicants:

If transferring from another university or within RMIT, provide detailed statements and previous enrolment information.

Required Documentation:

• CV
• Academic transcripts
• Research proposal or statement of interest
• Financial guarantee letter (for sponsored international applicants)

Apply Now!

Start your application process without delay and ensure your EOI is submitted as soon as possible. For more details and to begin your application, visit the RMIT research scholarships page.

Apply now at RMIT University

Deadline to Apply: 29 July 2024

DOCTORAL STUDENT PROGRAMME

This programme is now open for applications until 29th July 2024.

This is a chance to work on your thesis while spending up to 36 months at the forefront of science. Whether you’ve already chosen a subject or are still making your decision, if your specialism is Applied Physics, Engineering or Computing, this is an invitation to further your knowledge in a truly unique organization. In fact, it’s an invitation to get involved in world-famous experiments of unprecedented scale and scope. An invitation to join an environment like nowhere else on Earth.
Specific programmes are in place for candidates studying in Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, and Norway. Click here to find out more.

TECHNICAL STUDENT PROGRAMME

This programme is now open for applications until 29th July 2024.

There’s no better way to learn than on-the-job. When that job happens to be in a world-famous organisation and center of scientific excellence, even better. If you’re an undergraduate in Applied Physics, Engineering or Computing and are looking for a practical training period or a place to complete your final project, you could spend 4 to 12 months at CERN during the course of your studies (Bachelor or Master). An extension of up to a maximum of 14 months may be given.

ADMINISTRATIVE STUDENT PROGRAMME

This programme is now open for applications until 29th July 2024.

The Administrative Student Program is aimed at undergraduate students specializing in administration, to spend a training period of 2 to 12 months during the course of their studies (Bachelor or Master). An extension of up to a maximum of 14 months may be given.

SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAMME

This programme was opened for applications until 31st January 2024 and will reopen at the end of 2024.

How do you plan to spend your summer? How does getting involved in some of the world’s biggest experiments sound? This is more than summer work. It’s the chance to join CERN in Geneva – getting involved in the day-to-day work of our multicultural teams. Attend lectures, visit CERN facilities, take part in discussions and workshops with people who are leaders in their fields. In fact, it will be a summer like nowhere else on Earth.

CERN OPENLAB SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAMME

This programme was opened for applications until 31st January 2024 and will reopen at the end of 2024.

Summer work experience in a place like nowhere else on earth: the birthplace of the world wide web! If you’re studying computer science, a great way to spend your summer could be to join the openlab summer student program, to work on an advanced IT project and follow IT lectures specially prepared for you by experts at CERN and other institutes. Visits to the accelerators and experimental areas are also part of the program, along with visits to external companies. Interested? Check it out and take part!

SHORT-TERM INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 

Imagine what it would be like to be part of, and contribute to, one of the largest projects on the planet. If you’re looking for a short term training (1 to 6 months), how cool would it be to say you’re working in CERN?

For internships in 2024 apply here. 

OPPORTUNITIES RESERVED FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

Whilst CERN Jobs are open to all eligible candidates, the Short-Term Internship Program also provides an opportunity particularly reserved for students with disabilities, in the technical or scientific field. This opportunity is offered as part of CERN’s commitment to advance inclusiveness and accessibility in the workplace. If your main field of study is in applied physics, computing, mathematics, electricity, electronics, mechanical, electrical or civil engineering, click here to find out more.

APPRENTICESHIPS AT CERN (NB: PAGES IN FRENCH ONLY)

Every year, CERN recruits apprentices for a duration of 3 or 4 years in the following domains: librarianship, electronics, polymechanics and laboratory physics.

Apprenticeships are a formal part of the Swiss education system, and governed by the legislation of the Republic and Canton of Geneva. 

Program Overview

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program aims to cultivate leadership potential among young people, focusing on inclusivity for young women, refugees, forcibly displaced youth, and those living with disabilities. The program offers fully-funded opportunities for both undergraduate and master’s degree qualifications at UWC.

Fields of Study

Undergraduate Qualifications

• Arts & Humanities: History, Linguistics, Sociology, and Women’s and Gender Studies
• Economic & Management Sciences: Economics, Information Sciences, and Public Administration
• Education: Mathematics and Science, Foundation Phase
• Natural Sciences: Biological, Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences

Master’s Degree Qualifications

• Arts & Humanities: Applied Linguistics, History, Gender Justice, Migration Studies, Sociology for Development
• Community & Health Sciences: Public Health
• Economic & Management Sciences: Development Studies, Information Sciences, and Migration Studies
• Law: Governance and Human Rights
• Natural Sciences: Biological, Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Applicants

• Must be no older than 26 years
• Meet UWC’s minimum admissions requirements
• Be prepared to register for full-time undergraduate study in January 2025
• Provide evidence of social and economic barriers to education
• Cannot be registering for a second undergraduate degree

Master’s Degree Applicants

• Must be no older than 30 years
• Meet UWC’s minimum admissions requirements
• Be prepared to register for full-time master’s degree study in January 2025
• Provide evidence of social and economic barriers to education
• Cannot be registering for a second master’s degree

Application Process

Step 1: Apply for Admission to UWC

Interested candidates must first submit an academic application to UWC for the 2025 academic year. Visit UWC Admission and Financial Aid for details and deadlines. Only those with a valid UWC application number can proceed to the next step.

Step 2: Apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

After obtaining a UWC application number, candidates should complete the online application for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. For assistance, email ssganda@uwc.ac.za (master’s) or qmhlauli@uwc.ac.za (undergraduate).

Application Deadline: Friday, 30 August 2024

Support and Benefits

Mastercard Foundation Scholars at UWC will receive comprehensive support including:

• Tuition fees coverage
• Housing in a UWC residence
• Monthly stipend and meal allowance
• Medical aid
• Laptop and study materials allowance
• Pre-arrival support and an on-boarding program
• Personalized support throughout their studies
• Holistic wrap-around support programs

Important Notes

• Only complete and singular applications will be considered.
• The program is exclusive to full-time students at UWC.
• Scholars are not allowed to hold another full-cost scholarship concurrently.
• Participation in wrap-around support programs is mandatory.
• Master’s students may engage in a work-study program for a maximum of 20 hours per month.

Communication and Selection

All communication will be via email and phone. Ensure contact details are accurate and active. Successful candidates will be invited for a virtual or in-person interview. Providing false information or attempting to influence the selection process will result in disqualification.

For more information and to apply, visit the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UWC.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY FOR THE MASTERCARD FOUNDATION SCHOLARS PROGRAM AT UWC

The DAAD scholarship program enables you to pursue your postgraduate studies in Germany, funded by the German Federal Foreign Office. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to advance their academic career with a Master’s degree or postgraduate study.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants who have completed their first degree (e.g., Bachelor’s or Diplom) are eligible. Note that specific scholarship programs exist for applicants from artistic disciplines and architecture, including:

• Architecture
• Fine Art/Design/Film
• Performing Art
• Music

What Can Be Funded?

• A complete postgraduate or Master’s degree program at a state or state-recognized university in Germany.
• One year of study in Germany as part of a second or Master’s degree at your home university, provided the credits are recognized by your home university.

Duration and Value of Funding

• Duration: 10 to 24 months, depending on the length of the chosen program. Scholarships are awarded for the standard period of study (up to 24 months).
• Value:
  • Monthly stipend of €934
  • Payments towards health, accident, and personal liability insurance
  • Travel allowance
  • Annual study allowance of €460
  • Possible additional benefits like rent subsidy and family allowances

Additional Benefits

• Online language course fees
• German language courses before and during the study period
• Test fees for German language proficiency tests (TestDaF or DSH)

Selection Criteria

• Academic Qualification: Achievements, school leaving certificate, language skills, relevant work experience.
• Study Project Quality: Preparation, choice of degree program and university, project integration into academic career path.
• Applicant Potential: Motivation, German language skills, prospects for academic and professional development, and extracurricular engagement.

Application Requirements

• Recent Degree: Your university degree should be no older than 6 years.
• University Admission: You must ensure timely application and admission to your chosen German university.
• Language Proficiency: Proof of proficiency in the language of instruction (German or English) is required.

Application Deadline

• Deadline: August 30, 2024
• Selection Date: January 2025
• Funding Start: October 2025

Application Documents

• Online application form
• Full CV (max. 3 pages)
• Statement of academic and personal reasons for the study project in Germany
• Letter of admission to the study program in Germany (if available)
• Transcript of records and university degree certificate
• Proof of language proficiency
• One recent letter of recommendation from a university teacher
• Additional documents (e.g., employment certificates, extracurricular engagement)

Submit your application through the DAAD portal. Note that the portal is only accessible during the application period. Ensure all documents are submitted by the deadline.

Information and Advisory

For detailed program descriptions and additional questions, refer to the DAAD Info-Center, accessible via chat, contact form, or phone at +49 228 882 180. Contact hours are Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 12 pm & 2 pm to 4 pm, and Friday from 9 am to 2 pm (CET or CEST).

For more information, visit:

• DAAD website section ‘Important information for scholarship applicants’
• DAAD website section ‘Study programs and language courses’
• DAAD website section ‘Plan your studies’
• Campaign website Study in Germany

Sponsored by: DAAD

Application Details for 2025

The next application cycle is now open for students intending to begin their studies in France in September 2025. Key dates and steps include:

• Application Deadline: 14 October 2024, 23:59 SA time.
• Webinar: June 2024, offering vital information to aid in application preparation.
• Interviews: Scheduled for November 2024.
• Results Announcement: End of November to early December 2024.

Applicants will be contacted individually as necessary throughout the process. However, due to the high volume of applications, follow-up requests will not be entertained.

Pre-Departure Programme

Given the differences between the Southern and Northern hemisphere academic calendars, selected laureates will undertake a specific pre-departure programme in South Africa from February 2025 to July 2025. This programme includes:

• Online French Courses: Organized by the network of Alliances Françaises.
• Internship Opportunities: Depending on availability and the profile of each laureate, internships may be arranged with French companies and organizations based in South Africa.

Open to All Fields of Study

This scholarship programme is inclusive of all academic disciplines. Applicants are encouraged to thoroughly review the rulebook and frequently asked questions for the France – South Africa Scholarship Programme. Additional details on higher education institutions and study programmes in France can be found on the Campus France South Africa website.

Important Resources

• Rulebook and FAQs: Essential for understanding application requirements and processes.
• Campus France South Africa Website: Comprehensive resource for information on higher education opportunities in France.

Stay Informed

To stay updated, follow Campus France South Africa on social media for information on the upcoming webinar and other important announcements.

Key Dates to Remember

• Application Deadline: 14 October 2024
• Webinar: June 2024
• Interviews: November 2024
• Results: End of November to early December 2024
• Pre-Departure Programme: February 2025 – July 2025
• Departure to France: Early September 2025

Embark on your academic journey to France with the France – South Africa Scholarship Programme and explore new horizons in higher education.

More information and application HERE

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is funding ‘INSIGHT: Inspiring Students into Research’, an innovative three-year programme starting in Summer 2024. This initiative is part of the NIHR Academy’s portfolio aimed at developing a highly skilled research workforce capable of advancing health and care research, benefiting society and the economy.

About NIHR INSIGHT South West Central

The NIHR INSIGHT programme for South West Central is one of 12 regional programmes, a collaboration between the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol) and Bournemouth University. Together, they host 6,000 pre-registration and 4,000 post-registration students across more than 15 health and care professions. The South West Central region includes:

• Gloucestershire
• Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire
• Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire
• Dorset

The programme aims to build collaborative partnerships and student networks across the region, involving over 20 co-collaborators from health and social care providers and NIHR organisations.

Who the Programme is For

The NIHR INSIGHT programme is designed for undergraduate or postgraduate students working towards registration and early career professionals registered with one of the following regulatory bodies (excluding doctors and dentists):

• Academy for Healthcare Science
• General Chiropractic Council
• General Dental Council
• General Medical Council
• General Optical Council
• General Osteopathic Council
• General Pharmaceutical Council
• Health and Care Professions Council
• Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Social Work England
• UK Public Health Register

This includes nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, pharmacists, healthcare scientists, social workers, and public health professionals.

What the NIHR INSIGHT Programme Provides

• A series of activities for students and early career health and care professionals to become more familiar with research and its delivery, enhancing their practice careers and showcasing research careers.
• 30 Research Masters studentships annually in the South West Central region funded by NIHR INSIGHT for the next three years.

The first round of Research Masters studentships is open for applications to start in September 2024. The closing date is extended to 5pm, Wednesday 14th August 2024.

Research Masters Studentships for South West Central funded by the NIHR INSIGHT Programme

These competitive awards are for newly qualified and early career health and care professionals with up to 5 years of practice experience. The studentships cover tuition fees and provide a tax-free stipend at the UKRI rate (£19,237 for full-time study and £9,619 for part-time study in 2024-2025). Both full-time and part-time studentships are available.

Who is Eligible to Apply

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Working towards or registered with one of the listed regulatory bodies.
• Newly graduated or with up to five years of practice experience as a registered health or care professional.
• Planning to apply and study for a Masters in Research Health and Care Research at UWE Bristol or Bournemouth University.
• Typically, a Bachelors honours degree of 2:1 or above in a relevant subject is required. Equivalent qualifications or at least 12 months of relevant professional experience may also be considered.
• For non-native English speakers, an IELTS (Academic) score of 7.0 minimum is required.

Research Masters Programmes

UWE Bristol MRes Health and Care Research

Programme Lead: Dr. Mwidimi Ndosi (mwidimi.ndosi@uwe.ac.uk)

The programme provides formal training in health and care research methodologies and methods, applied to inform practice and policy. It includes compulsory modules (150 credits) and optional modules (30 credits), using a student-centred blended learning approach.

Bournemouth University MRes

Programme Lead: Dr. Leslie Gelling (lgelling@bournemouth.ac.uk)

This flexible, student-oriented programme enhances research capacity and leadership, offering opportunities to work with external stakeholders and a strong support system.

How to Apply

The first round of applications is open now to start in September 2024. Both application forms must be received by 5pm, Wednesday 14th August 2024.

1. Complete the online application form for a Research Masters studentship.
2. Complete the online admissions application form for your preferred research Masters programme at UWE Bristol or Bournemouth University.

The Selection Process

Candidates will be selected for an interview based on their application forms. Online interviews will be arranged, and recipients of the Research Masters Studentships will be selected by a South West Central selection panel.

For more information and application, please visit HERE

Closing date extended: 5pm, Wednesday 14th August 2024

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) administers the scholarship programme “Bridge Scholarships for Palestinians in Germany” with funds from the Federal Foreign Office. As part of the programme, qualified Palestinians, who are in Germany and not able to return to their home country due to the current situation, will receive the possibility to begin or continue their career.
The aim of the programme is to support students and researchers from the Palestinian Territories – especially from the Gaza Strip – with bridging scholarships after completing their studies or research in Germany. These grants are intended to enable them to build up academic or professional prospects for a future in safety. In the long term, the aim is to integrate them into the education and labour market in Germany, if it is not possible for them to return home.

Who can apply?

Graduates from the Palestinian Territories from all academic disciplines are eligible to apply,

• who have obtained a Bachelor’s, Master’s or doctoral degree in Germany within the last six months or will have obtained their degree before the start of the scholarship and require transitional funding for their job search or
• who have completed a research project as part of a postdoctoral position or as a university lecturer in Germany within the last six months or will have completed their project before the start of the scholarship and require transitional funding for their job search or
• who have completed an internship at a company in Germany within the last six months as part of their studies or will have completed their internship before the start of the scholarship and require transitional funding for their job search,
• who can provide an ID issued by the Palestinian Authority or an East Jerusalem ID, and do not have any other citizenship,
• who, as a rule, are already in Germany with a valid residence permit at the time of the application deadline,
• who, as a rule, have not been staying in Germany for longer than four years at the time of the application deadline.

What can be funded?

The bridging period after completing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programme, an internship as part of a degree programme, a doctorate or a research project in Germany, which must not have been completed more than six months prior to the application deadline or must be completed by the start of the scholarship, with the aim of finding suitable employment in the academic resp. public or private sector in Germany. Internships in companies or research projects in Germany are also eligible for funding as part of the scholarship.

Duration of the funding

Minimum 3 months and maximum 6 months.
The funding period is determined by the DAAD depending on the time required in accordance with the application documents submitted. Funding can start on 01 October 2024 at the earliest and must be completed by 31 March 2025 at the latest.
As a rule, the scholarship cannot be extended.

Value

Scholarship benefits currently include:

• depending on the academic level, monthly payments of
  – 934 euros for Bachelor’s or Master’s graduates
  – 1,300 euros for doctoral graduates (incl. postdoctoral researchers*)
  – 2,150 euros for (assistant) professors
• payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover

* Status as postdoctoral researcher up to four years after obtaining the doctoral degree.

Under certain circumstances, scholarship holders may receive the following additional benefits:

• monthly rent subsidy
• monthly allowance for family members
• in the case of a disability or chronic illness: subsidy for additional costs which result from the disability or chronic illness and are not covered by other funding providers: Further information

To allow you to improve your language skills during the scholarship:

• allowance for a personally chosen German language course

Please note that, while on a DAAD scholarship, you must neither accept another DAAD scholarship, Erasmus+ scholarship or other scholarships from other German sources, nor apply for support from the German national education assistance system (BAföG). In addition, you may not work full-time during the DAAD scholarship. Income from part-time employment or an internship will be counted towards the DAAD scholarship, if you earn more than 538 euros (gross) per month.

Selection

The selection of candidates will be carried out by a selection committee appointed by the section ST33 – Middle East, North Africa of the DAAD.

The selection criteria are:

• Academic qualification (documented by higher education certificates, if applicable, school leaving certificate, curriculum vitae, letter of recommendation and if available, a list of recent publications, proof of language proficiency etc.)
• Quality of the pursuit (documented by, if applicable, a research proposal, an internship contract, part-time work contract or proof of job search)
• Personal motivation for the scholarship (documented by a letter of motivation describing the current personal risk situation as well as outlining the future prospects in Germany made possible by a scholarship)

In addition, in order to ensure equal opportunities, the selection committee may take into account special life circumstances, about which the candidate can provide information in the application form.

Application deadline: 31 July 2024

For more information and application, click HERE.