Germany Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship 2024
Heidelberg University in Germany is offering the Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarships to eligible students who are interested in pursuing a graduate degree in the country.
The Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship is awarded to very good up-and-coming doctoral students from Africa (primarily from Ghana or another country in 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 Criteria:
- You are from Africa (primarily from Ghana or another country in West and Central Africa).
- You are planning a doctorate at Heidelberg University in one of the following fields and are in the process of applying for the upcoming winter:
- Geography with a focus on Geoinformatics
- Political Science
- You are among the best in your field.
- You need help with funding your doctorate.
- You are planning to move to Germany to study for a PhD at Heidelberg University, on-site, or you already live in Germany since you are currently attending a language course to acquire the required language skills.
Please note: The application for a scholarship is not an application for a doctorate. Therefore, please apply additionally for a doctorate at Heidelberg University in one of the above-mentioned fields.
Benefits:
- The amount of the Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship for doctoral students is 1,200 € per month.
- The maximum funding period is 36 months.
Required Documents
- Signed application form
- Current performance records: University diploma that qualifies for a doctorate (original certificate) including the final grade as well as an official translation in German or English and if available, an official conversion of the diploma to the German grading system.
- Curriculum vitae in table form
- Letter of motivation with reference to the topic of the doctorate
- Recommendation (letter of recommendation) for a doctorate from the possible doctoral supervisor (this must be received by the end of the application period)
- Proof of citizenship
- Evidence confirming your financial situation (money available each month, pay slip of the parents, own wage slips, etc.)
How to Apply?
Deadline: August 1, 2024
