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Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany

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Scholarship Summary

Scholarship Description

From 2017 onwards, the Joint Master’s Programme is part of a selected group of international postgraduate programmes that benefits from the EPOS funding scheme offered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).

The joint M.Sc. programme provides postgraduate students for United Nations University Scholarships with detailed knowledge, critical understanding, strategies and the tools required to take an interdisciplinary approach towards environmental risks and human security. It is the third study programme in Bonn to be admitted to the DAAD funding scheme, in addition to the ZEF Doctoral Studies programme and the ARTS study programme offered by the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Bonn.

This Master’s programme is the output of the fruitful collaboration between the University of Bonn Department of Geography and the United Nations University. It is a substantial contribution to the internationalization of the University of Bonn  and  is supported by the German agency, DAAD.

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Scholarship Benefits

Number of Awardees for United Nations University Scholarships: Not specified (8 in previous year)

Value of UNU-EHS Scholarship: Successful applicants will be funded to cover all expenses directly related to the study programme as well as their cost of living in Bonn.

Duration of UNU-EHS Scholarship: 24 months

Scholarship Eligibility

Eligible candidates for United Nations University Scholarships should fulfill the following requirements in addition to the general eligibility criteria for the Master’s programme:

  • Being a candidate from a “Developing Country” (according to the classification of the DAAD)
  • Having at least two years of practical work experience (e.g. with an NGO, GO, or the private sector) in a field related to the study programme
  • Having graduated from the Bachelor no longer than five years ago
  • Having completed no other Master in a similar field of studies
  • Aiming at a career as a practitioner in a field related to the programme of study

Others

How to Apply for UNU-EHS Scholarship: 

  • Students wishing to be considered for these scholarships need to apply for the programme as well by filling the applications forms for the DAAD; acceptance to the former does not guarantee acceptance to the latter.
  • The selection process for the EPOS funding among shortlisted candidates will happen between February and April each year.
  • Candidates that do not fulfill the EPOS requirements but wish to benefit from financial support during their studies are invited to apply individually and early to other available funding programmes in Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • When is the deadline of Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany?

    The deadline of Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany is 15 December 2021.

  • For which degree is Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany offered for?

    Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany is offered to Masters , Postgraduate degree.

  • For which field is Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany offered for?

    Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany is offered for All Subjects

  • Who can apply for Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany?

    Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany is open for: All

  • Who is offering Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany?

    The Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany is offered by: United Nations University

  • What is the funding covered in Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany?

    The Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany covers Fully Funded Scholarships

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    The Fully Funded United Nations University Scholarships for Developing Countries in Germany can be taken at: Germany