The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has awarded two prestigious scholarships to the Bayreuth International Graduate School of African Studies (BIGSAS) as part of its Graduate School Scholarship Programme (GSSP).
These scholarships will be offered to promising candidates who will be recommended by BIGSAS upon successful completion of their application process.
BIGSAS’s exceptional PhD training program is built upon the strong foundation of the Institute of African Studies (IAS) at the University of Bayreuth and the Cluster of Excellence known as “Africa Multiple: Reconfiguring African Studies.”
This collaborative framework fosters a creative and innovative environment, ensuring that doctoral researchers engage deeply with diverse aspects of African studies while benefiting from interdisciplinary dialogue and research opportunities.
Scholarship Overview:
- Studies will take place in Germany
- The University of Bayreuth is the host institution
- Supports PhD studies
- The deadline for application is December 15th, 2024
About the University of Bayreuth:
Located in the vibrant city of Bayreuth, Germany, the Bayreuth institution stands as a noteworthy public research university, established in 1975. This campus university is distinguished by its strong commitment to interdisciplinarity and fostering global collaboration among students and faculty.
The university is organized into six distinct faculties, each enjoying a significant degree of autonomy in crafting its entrance requirements and academic curricula.
This structure allows for a wide range of specialized programs that reflect the diverse interests and needs of the student body.
Among the various interdisciplinary courses offered, students can explore fields such as Health Economics, Global Change Ecology, Philosophy & Economics, and Theatre and Media Studies, each designed to integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines.
Bayreuth has also garnered recognition on the international stage; in the 2017 Times Higher Education World Report, it was ranked an impressive 29th among universities worldwide.
This ranking underscores the institution’s commitment to excellence in research and education, making it a desirable destination for scholars from around the globe.
Benefits of BIGSAS Scholarships:
You will be paid 1,200 euros as a monthly stipend
Contributions to personal liability, health, and accident insurance
Lump sum payment for travel (based on the country of origin)
A 460 euro annual research allowance
Rent subsidy per month
Allowance for accompanying family members each month (about 275 euros for marriage allowance; approximately 200 euros for each child)
A yearly payment of 1000 euros for material resources and supervision might also be given to the host graduate school.
Requirements:
A strong Master’s degree in one of the fields taught at the graduate school is required of applicants.
The last six years must have passed since earning the master’s degree.
You shouldn’t have spent more than a year in Germany.
The working language of BIGSAS is English, although applications can be made in French, German, or English.
How to Apply:
Verify that you meet the prerequisites for the application.
At BIGSAS, locate a supervisor for your PhD research project.
Fill out your application before the deadline.
