FULLY FUNDED TO NETHERLANDS : Apply for the Africa Scholarship Programme

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FULLY FUNDED TO NETHERLANDS : Apply for the Africa Scholarship Programme

Through the Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP), gifted and driven African students have the exceptional chance to support capacity building in Africa while pursuing a Master's degree at Wageningen University.

About Wageningen University & Research

Wageningen University & Research (WUR) represents a partnership between Wageningen University and the Wageningen Research Foundation.

The mission of WUR, "To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life," drives its global efforts. With over 7,600 staff, 13,100 students, and 150,000 Life Long Learning participants from more than 100 countries, WUR works worldwide to advance healthy food systems and sustainable environments for governments and businesses alike.

WUR’s strength lies in uniting specialized research institutes with the university and integrating expertise from natural and social sciences. This collaborative approach fosters scientific discoveries that are swiftly applied in both research and teaching—the foundation of the Wageningen Approach. Partnerships with government, businesses, and NGOs are essential to this effort, aligning with WUR’s ambition, "Finding Answers Together."

WUR’s international reputation is confirmed by its strong standing in global rankings and citation indexes.

Wageningen University & Research focuses on three interconnected areas:
1. Food, feed, and biobased production
2. Natural resources and the living environment
3. Society and well-being

Scholarships available: to be determined
The MSc program's application date is February 1, 2025.
MSc program start date: September 1, 2025

Scroll down for more details and click on the official link attached to apply now.

Host Institution

Wageningen University

Program Type

Fully Funded

Program Benefits

- Coverage of travel expenses to and from the Netherlands
- Living allowance throughout the 24-month program
- Full tuition fee support for the entire 24-month program
- Visa expenses and health insurance coverage
- Budget for one seminar in Europe, including travel, accommodation, and registration fees

Eligibility Criteria

1. You are a citizen of an African nation.

2. You have submitted an application for one of Wageningen University & Research's master’s programs by the specified deadline. (See: How can I apply for the master’s program?)

3. You have received unconditional admission to this MSc program.

4. You are an outstanding student with a First-Class Honours degree and a bachelor's GPA of 80% or above.

5. Priority is given to students who do not yet hold a master’s degree.

Meeting all these criteria is necessary to be considered for an invitation to the Africa Scholarship Programme selection process.

Eligible Countries

African Countries

Official Link

https://www.wur.nl/en/Education-Programmes/master/practical-information-masters/Scholarships-for-international-masters-students/Africa-Scholarship-Programme.htm