DAAD Scholarship 2024 at Dedan Kimathi University

Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT) is pleased to announce the commencement of applications for the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme 2024. This initiative, in partnership with the DAAD, seeks to establish robust, internationally-geared higher education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa. These systems are envisioned to play a pivotal role in the region's sustainable development.

Programme Objectives

The DAAD scholarship programme is anchored on a few pivotal goals:

• Awarding scholarships for development-centric studies to individuals intent on pursuing careers in teaching and/or research within higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Preparing future academic and professional trailblazers, thereby facilitating:
  • Active participation of qualified professionals in solving development-linked challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • The augmentation of education and research quality in the region.
  • Structural fortification and regional amalgamation of associated institutions and universities.

Scholarship Provisions

Beneficiaries of the DAAD scholarship can expect a comprehensive package encompassing:

• Complete Tuition Fees
• Annual study and research stipend
• Printing allowance
• Monthly Scholarship to cater for accommodation, food and other essentials.
• Travel allowance (Only applicable in-region)
• Insurance coverage (Only applicable in-region)

Eligibility Criteria

Prospective candidates for the scholarship should:

• Be nationals or permanent residents of a Sub-Saharan African nation.
• Possess a BSc degree in Food Science and Technology with a minimum of Second Class Honours (Upper Division). Alternatively, hold a BSc degree in related domains such as Food Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Nutrition and Dietetics, Agri-processing or Crop/Animal Production. The degree must be recognised by the DeKUT Senate.
• Display evident motivation and unwavering dedication.
• Proficiently communicate in both spoken and written English.
• Have secured their latest university degree no more than six years prior to the application.
• Ideally, belong to one of the following categories:
  • A staff member of a public university.
  • A prospective candidate for teaching or research staff positions.
  • A public sector member.
  • An alumnus of the DAFI-programme.

Special note: Female candidates, recognised refugees and individuals from other marginalised areas or groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

Application Process

1. Initial Step: All applicants are required to submit a comprehensive application for the programme through the DAAD Portal. Please be cognisant of both the DAAD and DeKUT application deadlines.
2. Mandatory Documents:
   • Fully completed DAAD application form.
   • Curriculum Vitae (inclusive of publication list, if applicable).
   • Academic recommendation letter from a university professor.
   • Admission letter from DeKUT (can be submitted subsequently if unavailable during application).
   • Authenticated copies of university degree certificates with transcripts.
   • Motivation letter detailing personal, social objectives and study relevance.
   • Passport copy or National Identification Card.
   • Semester schedule.
   • Timetable (if involving a research stay in Germany).
   • UNHCR registration details as a refugee (if applicable).

For an exhaustive overview, kindly refer to the official DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship documentation.

Application Deadline: November 23, 2023.

The DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship represents an unmatched avenue for budding professionals in Sub-Saharan Africa to bolster their academic and professional trajectories. It's more than just financial aid; it's a beacon for regional transformation.

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