DAAD In-Country/In-Region Masters/PhD Scholarship Programme 2027
About this opportunity
Fully funded scholarship for Sub-Saharan African students to pursue Masters or PhD studies in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The DAAD In-Country/In-Region Programme offers Master’s scholarships for development-related studies in Sub-Saharan Africa, supporting university staff and public sector needs. Focused on sustainable development, this programme funds Master’s degrees in selected fields like Water Engineering, Seed Science, Environmental Health, and Climate Change Management, with in-country (home country) or in-region (another Sub-Saharan African country) options. Special emphasis is placed on encouraging female applicants, refugees, and candidates from marginalized regions.
Key details
What you get
- Monthly scholarship allowance
- Study/research allowance
- Tuition fees (in-country only)
- Thesis publishing costs
- Travel allowance (in-region only)
- Health insurance (in-region only)
Documents needed
- Application form (specific to host programme)
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of language proficiency (if required)
- Letters of recommendation
- Motivation letter
- CV/resume
- Proof of acceptance into a funded programme
- Additional documents as per host institution’s requirements
How to apply
- Select your status and country from DAAD’s eligibility list
- Choose the specific **Master’s programme** from the funded list (e.g., Water Engineering, Seed Science)
- Complete the **DAAD application portal** (desktop-only)
- Submit required documents (see above) and follow host institution’s instructions
- Confirm application submission by deadline
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