DAAD SEARCA Scholarship Program 2024. (Fully Funded)

Scholarship Description:

The DAAD-SEARCA Scholarship Programme 2024 aims to advance international higher education systems and contribute to sustainable development. It's an unmissable opportunity for students aspiring to careers in teaching and research.

This fully-funded scholarship empowers postgraduates in their hometowns or regions, enhancing development-related studies. Professionals with exceptional qualifications are encouraged to join, using their expertise to tackle global development challenges.

Participants in this program will undergo comprehensive training, swiftly becoming academic leaders, bolstering educational systems and fostering research excellence in Southeast Asia. Their focus will be on exploring global issues and devising solutions for the advancement of humanity.

Targeting Master’s and PhD students, this international scholarship strengthens the networks of partner institutions and emphasizes the involvement of women and underprivileged groups in global betterment efforts.

The DAAD and SEARCA scholarship offers an overseas experience designed to equip individuals with knowledge and skills, enhancing the financial, organizational, and personal capacities of partner institutions.

For those seeking careers in internationally recognized environments, seizing this cost-free opportunity is crucial. Accessing top-tier professionals from one's hometown is a rare occurrence. Eligible candidates must not miss this chance—apply now before it's too late!

Degree Level:

DAAD SEARCA Scholarship Program 2024. (Fully Funded) is available to undertake Masters, PhD level programs at DAAD - Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Agriculture
• Food Sciences
• Environmental Science
• Natural Resource Management

Scholarship Benefits:

The scholarship includes coverage for various expenses:

• Tuition and school fees
• Study and research allowance
• Printing allowance
• Stipend for food, lodging, and incidental expenses
• Travel allowance (for In-Region only)
• Insurance (health, accident, personal liability)

Additionally, DAAD In-Country/In-Region scholars can apply for a research grant in Germany for 2 to 6 months, which includes:

• Monthly scholarship payment for living costs
• Health/accident/personal liability insurance
• Flat-rate travel allowance

Eligible Nationalities:

• Citizens eligible: Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, Malaysia, Philippines, Timor Leste, Thailand, Vietnam

Eligibility Criteria:

• Eligibility criteria:
  
• • Staff at public university
  • Candidate for teaching/research staff or from public sector
• Age limits: Below 35 for Master's, below 40 for PhD
• Last university degree completed within six years of application
• Proposed thesis research must align with SEARCA's theme: Accelerating Transformation Through Agricultural Innovation (ATTAIN)
• Priority research areas under ATTAIN:
  • Agri-Business Models for Productivity and Income
  • Sustainable Farming Systems and Natural Resource Management
  • Food and Nutrition Security
  • Transformational Leadership in Agricultural and Rural Development (ARD)
  • Gender and Youth Engagement in ARD
  • Enhanced ARD for Climate Resilience
  • EcoHealth/One Health Applications to ARD

Application Procedure:

For the DAAD Scholarship 2024, ensure you gather these documents:

• Completed DAAD and SEARCA application forms.
• CV highlighting publications.
• Signed recommendation letter from university teachers.
• Transcripts' copies.
• Copies of certificates/diplomas.
• Copy of passport or National ID Card.
• Timetable for either research-based or course-based programs.
• Brief description of your intended research.
• Language proficiency test results.
• Official endorsement from your employer.
• PhD candidates need to provide a declaration of acceptance from the supervisor, a detailed PhD proposal, and an abstract of the proposal.

Remember these deadlines:

• DAAD Portal application deadline: January 10, 2024.
• SEARCA Portal application deadline: January 03, 2024.

Don't miss out—APPLY NOW!