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DAAD Agriculture Economics PhD Scholarships for African Students
The DAAD Agriculture Economics PhD Scholarships is part of a bigger program by the German Academic Exchange Service’s aim for fostering strong, internationally oriented higher education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa., Post a Comment
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The DAAD Agriculture Economics PhD Scholarships is part of a bigger program by the German Academic Exchange Service’s aim for fostering strong, internationally oriented higher education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa.
If you think this program is the right fit for you, don’t hesitate to learn more below!
**Application deadline:** December 15, 2021
## Benefits of the Agriculture Economics PhD Scholarships
Fully-funded scholarships are available for up to a maximum of three years under this scheme, initially granted for one year and may be extended upon individual request and receipt of a complete application by using forms to be provided. The duration of the PhD program is 3 years.
The DAAD, also known as Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (English translation: German Academic Exchange Service) offers PhD scholarships as part of its “In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Program.” The German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is funding the program, which is aimed first and foremost at university employees, without forgetting the public sector’s desire for academically prepared personnel.
The In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Program supports studies in subject areas with strong relevance to national development. Graduates and postgraduate students from Sub-Saharan Africa with a master’s degree who want to pursue a PhD in Agriculture Economics are welcome to take the opportunity either:
- in their home country (In-Country scholarships are aimed at students who study in their home country or in the country for which they have a residence permit.)
- in another Sub-Saharan African country (In-Region scholarships are aimed at students who want to participate in a study program in a country of their home region (here: Kenya/outside their home country).
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## Eligibility Criteria for African Students
In order to qualify for the DAAD Agriculture Economics PhD Scholarships, applicants must meet the following criteria set by DAAD themselves:
- have successfully completed generally a two-year university Master’s degree (doctoral candidates) with above average results (at least: Second Class/Upper Division if applicable)
- clearly show motivation and strong commitment
- have thorough knowledge of the language of instruction
- have generally completed their last university degree not more than 6 years ago at the time of application
- must be nationals or permanent residents of a Sub-Saharan African country
- should generally be a) staff member of a public university, b) candidate considered for teaching or research staff recruitment, c) from the public sector and/or d) Alumni of the DAFI-programme
- Female applicants and candidates from less privileged regions or groups are especially encouraged to participate in the programme.
- Please note: AERC might have additional requirements for admission to the institution.
## How to Apply for a DAAD Scholarship
Interested applicants must submit their applications for admission directly to the respective host universities. Application procedures can be obtained from the respective university websites. Upon receipt of an admission letter, temporary admission letter or letter assuring admission from the specific university, the applicant should apply for scholarship by submitting the following documents via [the designated website](http://scholarships.aercafrica.org/) not later than Dec 15, 2021.
- Signed curriculum vitae; please use the Europass CV template ( [http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu](http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu/))
- A signed copy of the DAAD Information Sheet for Students
- Certified copies of all university degree certificates
- Certified copies of all university transcripts
- At least temporary admission letter including fee structure of respective course (original or certified copy only), or an official letter assuring admission
- Letter of motivation (Maximum 2 pages)
- For faculty members, a reference letter from the Head of Department as a proof of employment (original
only)
- PhD proposals which must demonstrate relevance to agricultural development
- Two (2) recommendation letters from academic referees who are at least Senior Lecturer in rank.
For more information about the scholarship program, please visit the [official DAAD webpage.](https://static.daad.de/media/daad_de/pdfs_nicht_barrierefrei/im-ausland-studieren-forschen-lehren/call_for_scholarship_applications_eac_aerc_2022_final.pdf)
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the PhD level
- Willing to study in Kenya
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
- Demonstrated financial need (most fully funded sponsors verify household income)
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- Financial-need declaration or family-income statement (sponsor-specific template)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the DAAD Agriculture Economics PhD Scholarships for African Students?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the PhD level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Kenya for the duration of the programme.
Is the DAAD Agriculture Economics PhD Scholarships for African Students fully funded?+
Funding model: Fully Funded. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.