DAAD FUTA Scholarship 2024: Fully Funded Guide

The DAAD Scholarship at FUTA offers a great chance for students from Sub-Saharan Africa to pursue advanced studies in Nigeria. This fully funded program by the German Academic Exchange Service supports Master’s and PhD degrees at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). It helps build skills for careers in teaching, research, and solving local challenges.

Scholarship Overview

The DAAD Scholarship at FUTA targets development-related postgraduate studies. It aims to train leaders who will work in higher education across Sub-Saharan Africa. Key goals include improving education, research, and links between universities in the region.

This scholarship covers full tuition and provides a yearly stipend of €8920. That amount helps with living costs, research, thesis work, and more. No IELTS is needed, which makes it easier for many applicants.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants must meet strict criteria based on their degree level.

For Master’s Applicants

You need a three-year university degree with above-average results, like Second Class Upper Division or equal. Show clear motivation and commitment to the field. Have strong knowledge of the language used in classes. Your last degree must be no older than six years. You must be a national or permanent resident of a Sub-Saharan African country.

For PhD Applicants

You need a two-year Master’s degree with above-average results, again at least Second Class Upper Division. Other rules match the Master’s level, with focus on research potential.

Candidates below these grade levels cannot apply.

What Does the Scholarship Cover?

This program pays for key study expenses:

• Full tuition fees at FUTA.
• Living stipend of €8920 per year for housing, food, and daily needs.
• Costs for research and thesis work.
• Health insurance.

Travel costs may also be included for some. These benefits let students focus on their studies without money worries.

Application Steps

Follow these steps to apply for the DAAD Scholarship at FUTA:

1. Go to the DAAD portal and register at the link provided in the official call.
2. Log in and read all instructions carefully.
3. Fill out the full application and submit it by the deadline.
4. Check that everything meets DAAD rules before sending, or it may be rejected.

At the same time, apply for admission directly to FUTA using their process and contacts. FUTA has its own deadline for this step. For full details, check the official DAAD documents for Master’s and PhD.

Important Deadline

The application closes on November 21, 2024. Submit early to avoid issues. DAAD reviews only complete portal applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DAAD Scholarship at FUTA?

It is a fully funded program by the German Academic Exchange Service for Master’s and PhD students from Sub-Saharan Africa to study at the Federal University of Technology, Akure.

Who can apply for the Master’s program?

You need a three-year university degree with above-average results, like Second Class Upper, be from a Sub-Saharan African country, and have your last degree no older than six years.

What does the scholarship cover?

It pays full tuition, a yearly stipend of €8920 for living costs, research and thesis expenses, health insurance, and sometimes travel.

What is the application deadline and process?

Applications close on November 21, 2024. Register on the DAAD portal, submit a complete application, and also apply directly to FUTA.