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Study in Germany: 2023 EPOS DAAD Scholarship in University of Stuttgart
1.1 About the University of Stuttgart
1.2 About the EPOS DAAD Scholarship
1.3 Scholarship Benefits
1.4 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
1.5 Method of Application
About the University of Stuttgart
The University of Stuttgart is a renowned public research university located in Stuttgart, Germany. It is known for its excellence in engineering, natural sciences, and technology-related fields. Our graduate programs provide a diverse and unparalleled selection of courses that equip students with the skills and knowledge to tackle the growing environmental issues.
About the EPOS DAAD Scholarship
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)’s Educating Professionals for Sustainable Development (EPOS) scholarships program supports the education of specialists from developing and newly industrialized countries through postgraduate study programs. These well-trained experts play a crucial role in promoting sustainable development in their home countries and ensuring a better future with improved education, health, and reduced poverty. The scholarships provide foreign graduates (with at least two years of professional experience) the opportunity to pursue a postgraduate or Master’s degree at a German university, and in some cases, a doctoral degree.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship covers:
- Tuition Fee
- Travel allowance
- Health, accident and personal liability insurance cover
- Monthly Stipends of €934 for graduates or €1,200 for doctoral candidates
In some situations, recipients of the scholarship may be eligible for the following additional benefits:
- Monthly rent subsidy
- Monthly allowance for accompanied family members
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Must have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Process Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Must have a minimum of two years of professional experience after completing their Bachelor’s studies (internships during Bachelor studies will not be accepted).
- Proficiency in the English language is required, and applicants must achieve one of the following minimum scores on a recognized English language test: TOEFL (CB) 213, TOEFL (PB) 550, TOEFL (iBT) 79, or IELTS (Academic) 6.5.
- Please note that the TOEFL ITP is not accepted for the application.
- Alternatively, applicants may provide a certificate of an equivalent English test taken within the last two years on the day of the application deadline. Examples:
  - Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): C
  - Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): B
- Basic knowledge of the German language at the “Basic User (A2)” level under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is also required. Candidates who lack adequate or certified proficiency in the German language are required to participate in the free German Intensive Language Course offered in September.
Method of Application
There are two steps to applying for the scholarship:
Step 1: Apply for admission into the M.Sc. WASTE program at University of Stuttgart.
Step 2: Apply for the EPOS DAAD scholarship.
Procedures for Applying for Admission into the M.Sc. WASTE program at University of Stuttgart
1. Register on the university portal.
2. Enter your personal information.
3. Upload your documents:
Required Documents include;
- Higher Education Entrance Qualification
- Bachelors Degree Certificate
- Academic Transcript
- CV
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Proof of German language proficiency
- Letter of Motivation (Optional)
- Letter of Recommendation (Optional)
4. Complete your application for the M.Sc. WASTE program.
Procedures for Applying for the EPOS DAAD Scholarship
The application and selection procedures for a DAAD scholarship involve four steps.
1. The applicant should directly send their complete application to the relevant postgraduate course (in this case, M.Sc. WASTE program at the University of Stuttgart).
2. a selection committee will suggest potential candidates for the scholarship.
3. The suggested candidates will be contacted by DAAD to upload their complete applications to the DAAD Portal.
4. The selection process will be concluded, and the successful candidates will be notified.
Please note: It is important to have a copy of each application document in PDF format ready, as they will need to be uploaded to the DAAD Portal if the applicant is suggested for a scholarship.
Deadline
30th September 2023
Method of Application
Click Here to Apply
April 28, 2023
2023 Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program for Developing Countries
1.1 About the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP)
1.2 Scholarship Benefits
1.3 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
1.4 Required Documents
1.5 Scholarship Selection Process
1.6 Method of Application
1.7 Deadline
About the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP)
The JJ/WBGSP (Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program) is a scholarship program that welcomes applications from citizens of specific developing countries who possess relevant professional experience and have demonstrated a commitment to their country’s development endeavors. This scholarship is exclusively for those who are pursuing a master’s degree in a field related to development.
The JJ/WBGSP provides scholarships for 45 Participating Master’s Programs that cover key development areas, such as economic policy management, tax policy, and infrastructure management, across 27 universities situated in the United States, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and Japan. However, the availability of funding is subject to change.
Upon completion of their degree, scholars from developing countries make a commitment to go back to their home country, apply their newly acquired skills, and actively contribute towards the social and economic development of their nation.
Scholarship Benefits
A Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJWBGSP) provides:
- Tuition fee
- A monthly living stipend to cover all living expenses like food, accommodations, etc., including books.
- Round-trip airfare. Awardees will receive a US $500 travel allowance for each trip.
- Health insurance.
It is important to note that all JJ/WBGSP cover either the entire duration of the graduate program or two years, whichever that is less. However, the scholarship does not cover costs such as:
- Visa application fees
- Expenses related to supporting family members.
- Extra-curricular courses or training.
- Language training is not provided by the graduate scholarship program.
- Additional travel expenses during the course of the study program.
- The scholarship also does not cover expenses related to research, supplementary educational materials, field trips, participation in workshops/seminars, internships, or educational equipment such as computers.
Note: The JJ/WBGSP scholarship is intended to supplement any other financial support or fellowship received, and applicants must inform the program of any additional sources of funding they have.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for each call for applications are outlined in the corresponding Application Guidelines, and they are strictly enforced without any exceptions. To be eligible for the JJ/WBGSP, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a developing country that is a member of the World Bank.
- Not possess dual citizenship in any developed country.
- Be in good health.
- Have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent earned at least three years before the Application Deadline.
- Possess three or more years of recent development-related work experience.
- Additionally, Applicants must be employed full-time in development-related work and have acquired at least three years of paid development-related employment within the past six years.
- Furthermore, they must have unconditional admission to at least one of the participating master’s programs, located outside their country of citizenship and country of residence, before the Scholarship Application Deadline.
- Finally, applicants must not be related to the Executive Director or any staff of the World Bank Group.
Required Documents
- Two professional recommendation letters
- One completed Application Form
- Documentation proving that the applicant meets the eligibility requirement for the number of years of development-related work experience
- The applicant’s bachelor’s degree diploma, and if applicable, the diploma for the applicant’s most advanced graduate degree
- C.V. written in English (or French for the GPE program at FERDI only) using the provided format, which should include paid work experience and a separate category for unpaid work such as internships and
- An unconditional Letter of Admission for the upcoming academic year to a participating master’s program listed on the JJ/WBGSP website, outside of the applicant’s country of citizenship and residence, and for which the applicant is seeking JJ/WBGSP funding. The term “unconditional” is further explained in Annex 5.
Scholarship Selection Process
The JJ/WBGSP employs a specific process to evaluate eligible scholarship applications submitted by nationals of developing countries. The primary goal is to identify candidates with the highest potential to impact their country’s development after completing their graduate studies. The evaluation process involves two assessors who independently review each eligible application and provide scores on a scale of 1 to 10. The assessors consider four main factors and the degree of coherence among them while scoring the applications.
1. Quality of Education Background (10% weight)
2. Quality of Professional Experience (30% weight)
3. Quality of Commitment to Your Home Country (30% weight)
4. Quality of Professional Recommendations (30% weight)
After the two assessors independently evaluate each eligible application, the JJ/WBGSP Secretariat utilizes their average score and specific criteria to select the finalists. These criteria include:
- Maintaining a good and reasonably wide geographical distribution of awards
- Ensuring a reasonable distribution of awards across gender
- Taking into account unusual circumstances or hardships when evaluating employment experience and other aspects of an application, and
- Prioritizing applicants with limited access to financial resources for graduate studies abroad
The finalists for the scholarship program are then presented to the JJ/WBG Steering Committee, which consists of members of the World Bank Board of Directors and management, for approval. Once approved, the winners are notified of their selection.
Method of Application
See also Application Guideline.
Click Here to Apply
Deadline
May 26 2023.
March 19, 2023
Study in Italy: 2023 University of Calabria Scholarships for NON – EU Students
1.1 About 2023 University of Calabria Scholarships for NON – EU Students
1.2 Scholarship Benefits
1.3 Required Documents
1.4 Method of Application
1.5 Deadline
About 2023 University of Calabria Scholarships for NON – EU Students
The University of Calabria is inviting applications from non-European Union (EU) students residing abroad for early admission to its 2nd cycle international degree courses for the academic year 2023/2024. The selection process will be based on qualifications alone, and the university will award 150 scholarships to foreign students enrolled in the 10 international master’s degrees taught in English, and 90 scholarships to those enrolled in the 30 master’s degrees taught in Italian.
Scholarship Benefits
Scholarship winners will receive:
- Full coverage for tuition fees
- Free services, including board and lodging
- An allowance of €2500/€3000.
Required Documents
Applicants are advised to prepare all necessary documentation before submitting their admission application, including:
- Their passport’s first page
- Curriculum vitae
- Bachelor’s degree
- University transcript of records
- Syllabus of all courses
- Italian or English language certificates they may have
- They may also upload additional documents that can support their application.
Method of Application
To apply, candidates must:
1. Register on the Esse3 Portal (only for unregistered candidates)
2. Access this Esse3 Portal after registration.
3. Click on the top-right Menu -> Registrar’s Office -> Admission test
4. Select their desired degree course.
5. You MUST select the “CALL FOR EXTRA-EU STUDENTS…” competition
IMPORTANT:
- You can ONLY apply for one Degree Course, if you want to change a degree course, you must first of all cancel the previous application.
- If necessary, within the call deadline, you can scan and upload in your application the missing documentation useful for the assessment.
- For support, please contact: unicaladmission@unical.it
Deadline
The application deadline is April 12, 2023.
For more information, applicants can contact unicaladmission@unical.it or visit the university’s official website.
March 15, 2023
Study in Germany 2023: German Government DAAD Scholarships for International Students
1.1 About German Government DAAD Scholarships
1.2 Scholarship Benefits
1.3 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
1.4 Scholarship Application Requirements
1.5 Method of Application and Deadline
About German Government DAAD Scholarships
Germany is a popular destination for international students seeking a high-quality education. In order to support this, the German government offers scholarships to international students through the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). These scholarships provide financial support for students to pursue their studies in Germany.
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Scholarship Benefits
The DAAD scholarship covers a range of expenses for international students, including:
- Tuition fees
- Travel expenses
- Health insurance,
- Monthly allowance for living expenses.
- Students who receive the scholarship are also given the opportunity to attend a German language course before starting their studies to improve their language skills.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for a DAAD scholarship, students must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a related field.
- Have at least two years of professional experience.
- Be proficient in either English or German, depending on the language of instruction in the chosen program.
- Meet the specific eligibility criteria for the chosen program.
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Scholarship Application Requirements
This application includes submitting:
- A detailed CV.
- A letter of motivation.
- Academic transcripts.
- Completed and signed “checklist” form.
- Completed “DAAD application” form.
- Letter of recommendation from your current employer; the letter must include official letterhead, signature, and an official stamp and must be of current date.
- Certificate(s) of Employment from your employer(s), demonstrating at least two years of relevant work experience after earning your Bachelor’s degree up to the time of applying.
- Proof of English or German language proficiency.
- For applicants from the People’s Republic of China, it is required to include an APS Certificate along with their application materials.
Method of Application
To apply for a DAAD scholarship, students must:
- First, do research and select a study program in Germany that is eligible for the scholarship.
- Once the program is chosen, students can apply directly to the university.
- After applying to the program, students must then apply for the DAAD scholarship.
“Click here to Apply for German Government DAAD Scholarship.”
Application Deadline
Deadline Varies for different courses
The German government’s DAAD scholarship is a great opportunity for international students who want to pursue their studies in Germany. The scholarship provides financial support for students to cover a range of expenses and also offers the opportunity to improve language skills. If you are interested in studying in Germany and meet the eligibility criteria, then you should definitely consider applying for the DAAD scholarship.
February 17, 2023
2023 PTDF Scholarship for Nigerians to Study Abroad
1.1 About PTDF Scholarships
1.2 Scholarship Benefits
1.3 Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
1.4 Scholarship Application Requirements
1.5 Method of Application
1.6 Application Deadline
About PTDF Scholarships
The responsibility of developing indigenous human capacity and technology to cater to the oil and gas industry in Nigeria falls under the purview of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), an agency of the Nigerian Federal Government. In line with its mandate, PTDF offers scholarships to Nigerian students who intend to undertake postgraduate studies in the oil and gas sector.
Applications for the PTDF Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for Nigerian Students are currently being accepted for the 2023 academic session. The scholarship provides financial support to Nigerian students pursuing Masters or PhD degrees at any of the 16 PTDF partner universities situated across the globe.
The scholarship is open to Nigerian students who have completed their undergraduate studies and are looking to pursue a postgraduate degree in any of the following fields: Geosciences, Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials/Corrosion Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Marine Engineering, and Environmental Technology.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship covers:
- Tuition fees.
- Accommodation.
- Living allowance.
- Travel Expenses.
- Health Insurance.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Possess five (5) O-level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Have a minimum of Second Class Upper Division (2:1) in their first degree.
- Have completed their NYSC (National Youth Service Corps) program.
- Have gained admission into any of the PTDF partner universities for the relevant program of study.
- Must be computer literate.
Scholarship Application Requirements
To apply for the scholarship, interested applicants must submit relevant documents, including:
- Recent Passport Photograph
- WAEC/SSCE/GCE/NECO results and the PINs on the application form to enable PTDF to view the O’level results on the relevant website.
- First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
- NYSC discharge certificate
- Local Government Identification Letter
- National Identity Number (NIN) and verification will be required (NIMC verification charges apply) before applying for the scholarship.
- Master’s Degree Certificate (for PhD Applicants only)
- Evidence of membership in professional associations
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an interview, after which successful candidates will be notified.
Method of Application
Click Here to Apply for PTDF scholarship.
Further Reading
Click “here” to visit the official website for more details and guidelines.
Application Deadline
March 24th, 2023
This is an excellent opportunity for Nigerian students who are interested in pursuing postgraduate studies in the oil and gas industry. The PTDF scholarship scheme provides funding for tuition fees, accommodations, and living expenses, allowing students to focus on their studies without worrying about financial constraints.
February 17, 2023