The German Government, in collaboration with the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL), offers fully funded scholarships for the 2025/2026 academic year. These scholarships are designed for students from ECOWAS countries aiming to pursue Master’s degrees related to climate change and environmental sustainability.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens of one of the 15 ECOWAS countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, or Togo.
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Academic Qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree (second class upper division) or equivalent in a relevant field is required.
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Language Proficiency: Candidates should have at least an intermediate level of proficiency in English.
Benefits of the Scholarship:
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Financial Support: The scholarship covers full university fees and provides a monthly stipend to cover accommodation and living expenses.
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Travel Expenses: Round-trip tickets between the student’s home country and the host institutions in West Africa and Germany are included.
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Research Funding: A dedicated research budget is provided to support academic activities.
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Equipment: Scholars receive a personal laptop computer on loan for the duration of the program.
Required Application Documents:
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Completed application form.
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Academic transcripts and university degree certificates.
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Curriculum vitae (CV).
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Secondary education certificate (e.g., WASSCE or SSCE for Anglophone countries).
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Two letters of recommendation from professors or senior researchers.
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Copy of a valid identity document and passport photo page.
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Motivation letter (maximum of 2 pages).
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Proof of English language proficiency or a self-assessment statement.
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Evidence of relevant professional experience, if applicable.
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Written commitment to pay a registration fee of 30 Euros if admitted.
Application Procedure:
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Visit the WASCAL scholarship application webpage.
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Select a fully funded Master’s program that aligns with your academic and career goals.
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Review the detailed guidelines for the chosen program.
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Download and accurately complete the application form.
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Prepare all required documents, ensuring they are named according to the specified guidelines.
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Submit your application and all supporting documents via email to the appropriate WASCAL address.
Important Dates:
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Application Deadline: April 30, 2025.
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Interview Invitations: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews following the application review process.
For comprehensive details and to access the application forms, please visit the official WASCAL scholarship announcement page.
This scholarship represents a significant opportunity for aspiring climate change professionals to gain advanced knowledge and contribute to environmental sustainability in West Africa.
