German Bundestag IP Scholarship for Africans to Study in Germany

Introduction:

The German Bundestag offers International Parliamentary Scholarships to politically and socially committed university graduates from select African countries. The scholarship provides full funding for master’s level studies in Germany. This opportunity is aimed at young professionals who are dedicated, open-minded, resilient, and interested in actively shaping the democratic future of their countries.

Requirements: To be eligible for the German Bundestag IP Scholarship 2023, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens of one of the participating countries (Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda).
2. Age: Applicants must be younger than 30 years old at the beginning of the scholarship on January 1st.
3. Education: Applicants must have completed their university studies.
4. Language Proficiency: Applicants must possess good knowledge of the German language, at least at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
5. Interest and Commitment: Applicants must have a pronounced interest in political contexts and demonstrate social/political commitment.

Benefits: The German Bundestag IP Scholarship offers the following benefits:

1. Full Funding: The scholarship covers all expenses related to the master’s degree program in Germany.
2. Number of Awards: There are 16 scholarships available.
3. Study Level: The scholarship is for master’s level studies.
4. Nationality: The scholarship is open to African applicants from the participating countries.

Application Process: Interested and eligible applicants should follow these steps to apply for the German Bundestag International Parliamentary Scholarships:

1. Complete Online Application: Fill out the online application form.
2. Prepare Required Documents: Gather the following documents:
   • Application form
   • Passport photo (to be inserted on the 1st page of the application form)
   • Proof of good German language skills (not older than 2 years)
   • Letter of motivation in German with handwritten signature (maximum two pages)
   • Copy of passport or ID
   • Degree certificate from the university (original or officially certified copy in English or German)
   • Current letter of recommendation in German or English (from a university lecturer or employer assessing the applicant’s professional qualification for the program)
3. Submit Application: Send the complete application, in German, to the German diplomatic mission in your home country.

Deadline: The application deadline for the German Bundestag IP Scholarship is 15th July 2023.

Note: It is advisable to verify the deadline and other details on the official scholarship website or contact the scholarship sponsor directly for any updates or changes.

Visit the Official Website for Further Details

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