DAAD In-Region Scholarship Programme Overview
Scholarship programme offered by the Division of Molecular Biology and Human Genetics at Stellenbosch University in South Africa for students from Sub-Saharan African countries (excluding South Africa) to pursue MSc or PhD degrees with the goal of preparing individuals for careers in teaching and research in higher education institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. The programme provides financial support for studies, research, travel, and additional funding for short-term research scholarships in Germany.
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Division of Molecular Biology and Human Genetics Department of Biomedical Sciences Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences DAAD IN-REGION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME APPLICATION OVERVIEW
SUMMARY: SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME Target group: students from Sub-Saharan African countries (excluding South Africa) Purpose: study towards an MSc or PhD degree Location: Division of Molecular Biology and Human Genetics, Stellenbosch University, South Africa Goal: train individuals who plan to pursue a career in teaching and/or research at a higher education institution in Sub-Saharan Africa DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT MSc (2 years) EUR 5400 EUR 460 EUR 400 R 5 000 R 2 000 R 43 686 R 166 613 PhD (3 years) EUR 6000 EUR 920 EUR 800 R 5 000 R 2 000 R 41 664 R 191 635 Stipend per year Research allowance per year Printing (once) Travel (twice; estimate per year) Health insurance (estimate) Tuition & university fee (paid directly to SU) TOTAL (estimate per year; varies based on exchange rate) DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
ADDITIONAL FUNDING Short-term research scholarship to visit a research lab in Germany 3-6 months Needs to be mentioned in the application Includes: Monthly scholarship payment for living costs Health/accident/liability insurance costs Travel costs DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Nationals/permanent residents from Sub-Saharan African countries (not SA) BScHon degree (MSc) or MSc degree (PhD) with at least Second Class/Upper division/>60% Thorough knowledge of English Completed last university degree <6 years ago at the time of application From one of these groups: a) Staff member of a public university b) Candidate considered for teaching or research staff recruitment c) Public sector employee d) Alumni of the DAFI programme (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative) Show motivation and strong commitment Female applicants and candidates from less privileged regions or groups are highly encouraged DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
APPLICATION PROCESS 2-step procedure: Step 1: Submit application to MBHG using online application form Shortlisted candidates only are matched with MBHG supervisors Required to apply to Stellenbosch University for formal admission Invited to apply to step 2 Step 2: submit application to DAAD Final decisions will be made by DAAD committee Candidates will be notified in September Funding can start in January/February 2022 DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
STEP 1: FOR ALL APPLICANTS Deadline: 15 March 2021 at midnight South African time Online application: https://hermes.mb.sun.ac.za/redcap/surveys/?s=LFCM88A33F Information required: 1) Fully completed application form, including o Personal details and previous education o List of publications o List of conference presentations o Personal statement (max 500 words) o Topics you are interested in from the MBHG research area: http://www.sun.ac.za/mbhg 2) Attachments (to be uploaded to the form): o Hand-signed CV using Europass format: http://europass.cedefop.Europa.eu o Certified copies of university degrees o Certified copies of all previous academic degree transcripts o Certified copy of passport o Recommendation letters from supervisor, employer or other official who knows both you and your work well: 1 letter for MSc students 2 letters for PhD students o Any additional documents you wish to provide to strengthen your application DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
STEP 2: FOR SHORTLIST CANDIDATES Deadline: 2 June 2021 (to be confirmed) Only shortlisted candidates are required to do this Information submitted via DAAD webportal (link will be provided to successful candidates) Required documents (green items are the same as for step 1): DAAD application form (on-line) Hand-signed CV Recommendations submitted online via DAAD portal Letter of admission from SU Certified copies of university degree certificates and transcripts Letter of motivation: mention research stay in Germany Copy of passport Refugee information (UNHCR registration) DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
STEP 2: ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION For PhD applicants ONLY Letter from academic supervisor confirming that he/she will accept the student for his/her group Detailed PhD proposal: Details on work to be done Timetable Stay in Germany Abstract: One page Your name Title of proposal Summary of project DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR APPLICATION What to include in your personal statement/motivation 1. Why do you want to get a MSc or PhD degree? 2. What topic would you like to study? 3. How will you use the acquired skills to the benefit of your home country in future? 4. Do you plan to visit Germany (research stay) during the scholarship? (Max 500 words) DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
RECOMMENDED PROPOSAL OUTLINE Attention: For PhD applicants ONLY (Step 2) 1. Background 2. Research question(s) 3. Problem and objectives 4. Design & methods 5. Why is this study significant: What problem is your study going to solve? Who will be interested in the results of your study? How are your results going to change policy, practice or both? 6. Research stay in Germany 7. Timeline (Max 10 pages) DIVISION OF MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND HUMAN GENETICS | DEPARTMENT BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES | FACULTY MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES
CONTACT US | STAY IN TOUCH www.sun.ac.za/mbhg-funding-support mbhgapplications@sun.ac.za @SuMBHG @SuMBHG https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbhg/ @su_mbhg
