Applications are invited from interested candidates to apply for the DAAD scholarship in the following programs in School of Education, Moi University:
Master of Education in Research
PhD in Sociology of Education
As part of the „In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme“ DAAD offers scholarships for PhD and Master studies. The programme is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and aims at university staff in the first line, without neglecting the public sector demand of academically trained personnel.
The target group for scholarships are graduates and postgraduates from Sub-Saharan Africa with a first academic degree if applying for a Master’s programme, or with a Master’s degree if applying for a doctoral programme who want to pursue Master’s or PhD courses, 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 programme in a country of their home region (here: Kenya/outside their home country).
Multimedia University of Kenya Information
Established in 2008, Multimedia University of Kenya is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Nairobi (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission for University Education, Kenya, Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details.
Eligibility Criteria
DAAD CERM-ESA Applicants must meet the following DAAD criteria:
- Have successfully completed generally a three-year university Bachelor’s degree (Master candidates) or a two-year university Master’s degree (doctoral candidates) with above average results (at least: Second Class/Upper Division)
- 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
- Staff member of a public university,
- Candidate considered for teaching or research staff recruitment,
- From the public sector and/or d) Alumni of the DAFI-programme
Offered Benefits
- Tuition Fees
- Study and research allowance
- Printing allowance
- Monthly Scholarship (Accommodation, Food etc.)
- Travel allowance (In-Region only)
- Health Insurance (In-Region only)
Duration of Award: The duration
- Of the PhD programme is generally three years (regular period of studies) and is usually starting in September 2021
- Of the Master programme is generally two years (regular period of studies) and is usually starting in September 2021
Application Process
Female applicants and candidates from less privileged regions or groups are especially encouraged to participate in the programme.
Scholarships are initially granted for one year and can be extended to a maximum of the regular period of study upon receipt of an application for extension. Scholars must demonstrate satisfactory progress before an extension is granted.
Please note: CERM-ESA might have additional requirements for admission to the university.
The application process contains two steps. Please be aware of the DAAD application deadline as well as CERM-ESA’s deadline.
- For Master in Education application, click here
- For PhD in Sociology of Education, click here
Established in 2008, Multimedia University of Kenya is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Nairobi (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Commission for University Education, Kenya, Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) is a coeducational higher education institution. Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details.