DAAD DeKUT Scholarship for Africans 2025

The DAAD DeKUT Masters Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for Sub-Saharan African students interested in pursuing an MSc in Food Science and Technology at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT) in Kenya.

This program provides full tuition, monthly stipends, research allowances, summer school access, research stays in Germany, and skill training.

Benefits of the DAAD DeKUT Masters Scholarship

Recipients of the DAAD DeKUT Masters Scholarship will receive:

• Full Coverage of Tuition Fees: All tuition costs for the MSc in Food Science and Technology at DeKUT.
• Monthly Stipend: Financial support for living expenses during the study period.
• Research Allowance: Funding for materials and resources needed for thesis research.
• Access to Summer Schools: Opportunities for specialized learning experiences in related fields.
• Research Stays in Germany: Funded research visits to Germany, allowing students to gain international research exposure.
• Skills Training: Access to professional development programs that enhance technical and soft skills.

These benefits aim to support the comprehensive academic and professional development of African students in their pursuit of advanced studies in food science and technology.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be nationals or permanent residents of a Sub-Saharan African country.
• Demonstrate strong motivation and commitment.
• Have completed their last degree within the last six years.
• Hold a BSc in Food Science and Technology with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or a related field like Food Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Nutrition.
• Generally, be a staff member at a public university or a candidate considered for teaching, research, or public sector roles.

Required Documents

1. Curriculum vitae (CV) with a publication list (if applicable).
2. Motivation letter (1-2 pages).
3. Passport or National ID copy.
4. Recommendation letter from a university lecturer, including English proficiency.
5. Certified copies of degree certificates and transcripts.
6. Research concept for a Master’s thesis (max. 3 pages).
7. English translations of documents if in another language.
8. UNHCR registration (for refugees, if applicable).

Application Process

1. Step 1: Apply via the DAAD Scholarship Portal.
2. Step 2: Apply for admission at DeKUT by downloading and completing the admission form from DeKUT’s website. https://www.dkut.ac.ke/index.php/academics/admission/application-forms

Application Deadline

All applications must be submitted by November 21, 2024.

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