German Government WASCAL Scholarship 2024

What is the German Government WASCAL Scholarship?

The German Government Wascal Scholarship offers fully funded opportunities to study in West African universities and Germany, covering university fees, stipends, accommodation, and flight costs. Below is a step-by-step guide for interested applicants.

The Wascal Scholarship provides full financial support for students from WASCAL member countries. This includes tuition fees, monthly stipends, accommodation, travel expenses, research budgets, and a personal laptop on loan.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Wascal Scholarship 2024, you must:

1. Citizenship: Be a citizen of a WASCAL member country (Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea Conakry, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, The Gambia, or Togo). Other ECOWAS member countries may be admitted as self-funded students.
2. Educational Background:

2. Hold a bachelor’s degree in fields such as Biological Sciences, Oceanography, Fishing or Livestock Engineering, Geography, or Sciences of the Atmosphere.
3. For the Master Research Programme in Informatics for Climate Change, candidates must have a minimum of a BSc in Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Health Sciences, Meteorology and Climate Science, Geography, Biological Sciences, Geoscience, Environmental Sciences, Economics, Agriculture, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.

3. Language Proficiency: Have at least an intermediate level in English.

Benefits

The scholarship covers:

• Monthly stipends for accommodation and living expenses.
• University fees.
• Roundtrip tickets.
• Accommodation.
• Travel to selected West African countries and Germany.
• Research budget.
• A personal laptop computer on loan for the duration of the programme.

Required Documents

To apply, candidates must submit the following documents:

1. Application Form: Completed and signed.
2. Academic Transcripts: Certified copies of all academic records.
3. Curriculum Vitae (CV): Detailed and up-to-date.
4. WASSCE or SSCE Certificate: For Anglophone countries.
5. Two Letters of Recommendation: From professors or senior researchers (associate professor or higher).
6. Identity Document: Copy of a valid ID.
7. Passport Photo Page: Copy of the photo page of your passport.
8. Letter of Motivation: Maximum of 2 pages, outlining your reasons for applying.
9. University Degree Certificate: Certified copy.
10. English Proficiency Certificate: Or a self-assessment statement of your English proficiency.
11. Proof of Professional Experience: If applicable, in the relevant area for the course.
12. Commitment to Pay Registration Fee: Written commitment to pay a 30 Euro registration fee if admitted.

Application Procedure

1. Visit the Official Scholarship Webpage: Access the application form and detailed instructions.
2. Complete the Application Form: Fill out all required sections.
3. Gather Required Documents: Ensure all documents are in PDF format and meet the specified requirements.
4. Submit Application: Upload the completed application form and required documents via the online portal or as specified in the application instructions.
5. Entrance Examination: Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be invited to participate in a competitive entrance examination.
6. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
7. Notification of Results: Successful candidates will be notified by the specified date (e.g., 15 August 2024).

Important Notes

• Application Deadline: Ensure to submit your application before the deadline.
• Document Preparation: Double-check that all required documents are properly prepared and formatted.
• Follow Instructions: Carefully follow all application instructions to avoid disqualification.

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the WASCAL Scholarship Application Webpage:

1. Click on the provided button or link to access the WASCAL scholarship application webpage.

• Select a Master’s Program:

2. Choose one of the available fully funded Master’s programs offered by WASCAL.
3. Ensure to review the full details and guidelines for the selected program.

• Download the Application Form:

3. Download the application form from the WASCAL scholarship application webpage.
4. Fill out the application form correctly and thoroughly.

• Prepare Application Documents:

4. Gather all required documents:

4. Completed application form.
5. Academic transcripts.
6. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
7. WASSCE or SSCE Certificate (for Anglophone countries).
8. Two letters of recommendation from professors or senior researchers.
9. Copy of identity document.
10. Copy of passport photo page.
11. Letter of motivation (maximum 2 pages).
12. Copy of university degree certificate.
13. Certificate of proficiency in English or a self-assessment statement.
14. Proof of professional experience in relevant area (if applicable).
15. Written commitment to pay a registration fee of 30 Euro if admitted.

4. Ensure all documents are named correctly as per the guidelines provided in the application instructions.

• Submit Your Application:

5. Submit your completed application form and all required documents by email.
6. Send your application to the appropriate WASCAL email address provided in the application instructions.

• Application Deadline:

6. Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline of June 15, 2024.

• Interview Process:

7. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.

Additional Tips

• Read Guidelines Carefully: Make sure to follow all instructions and guidelines provided on the WASCAL scholarship webpage.
• Prepare Early: Gather and prepare your documents early to avoid any last-minute issues.
• Double-Check Your Application: Review your application form and documents to ensure they are complete and correctly formatted before submission.
• Stay Updated: Keep an eye on your email for any updates or further instructions from WASCAL regarding your application status.

For more detailed information and access to the application portal, visit the official WASCAL scholarship webpage.