Apply Now: German Government Wascal Scholarship For Africans 2025

The Wascal Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity to study in West African universities and Germany.

The German Government offers the Wascal Scholarship to eligible African countries in partnership with the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL).

Scholarship Summary

Host Country: Germany | Ghana | Cape Verde | Burkina Faso
Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
Eligible Countries: All Countries
Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Accommodation | Travel Costs
No IELTS Required
Deadline: April 30, 2025

Scholarship Details

The West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) officially launched its call for applications for its Master’s programmes in Energy and Green Hydrogen (IMP-EGH) in all fifteen (15) ECOWAS countries, for the 2025/2026 academic year.

The scholarship is open to students from 12 West African countries.

The International Master’s Programme in Energy and Green Hydrogen (IMP-EGH) is innovative for the West African region, and it is designed to prepare the next generation to address the energy challenges of adaptation and resilience to Climate Change in West Africa.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

Be citizens of West African countries (Benin, Burkina Faso, Cabo Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone and Togo);
Other ECOWAS member countries may be admitted as self-funded students on an availability basis.
Hold a BSc degree (second class upper division) or equivalent in a relevant field.
Have at least an intermediate level in English language.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants of this scholarship will receive:

Monthly stipend to cover accommodation, and living expenses for the period of studies
Payment of university fees
roundtrip tickets
Accommodation
travel to selected West African countries as well as to Germany
Research budget
A personal laptop computer on loan for the duration of the programme

Required Documents

To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare:

Application Form
Academic transcripts
Curriculum vitae
WASSCE or SSCE Certificate (Anglophone Countries)
Two letters of recommendation from professors or researchers (grade associate professor or senior researcher at least).
A copy of identity document
A copy of Passport Photo Page
A letter of motivation (max. 2 pages).
A copy of university degree certificate
A certificate copy of proficiency in English or, in alternative, a statement indicating and justifying your self-assessment in the context of English proficiency.
Proof of professional experience in relevant areas for the course, IF applicable.
A written commitment to pay a registration fee of 30 Euro if admitted.

NOTE: The required documents vary for each of the programs

How to Apply

To apply for this scholarship:

Visit the WASCAL scholarship application webpage.
Select one of the available fully funded Master’s programs.
Ensure to go through the full details and guidelines for each program.
Download and fill out the application form correctly.
Prepare the application documents (make sure to follow the guidelines for naming each document as stated in each guideline).
Submit your application as soon as possible by email to the appropriate WASCAL address.
All applications must be received by April 30, 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited for interviews.

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