University Of Ghana DAAD Scholarship 2026 For African Masters Students

University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship 2026 for African Masters Students

University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship 2026

About University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship

The University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded Masters scholarship at the West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI), University of Ghana.

The University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship is the official call for Master Scholarship Applications 2026 at West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI), University of Ghana Master of Philosophy in Seed Science and Technology.

Are you passionate about advancing agricultural innovation and food security in Africa? Here’s an incredible opportunity to study with full funding at one of Africa’s leading research institutions!

The University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship 2026 offers fully funded Master’s scholarships at the West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI), University of Ghana.

This prestigious program is part of the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Scheme, aimed at strengthening higher education and research capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa.

University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship scholarship Overview

Host Country: Ghana
Host Institution: University of Ghana (WACCI)
Study Abroad: Study in Africa
Program Level: Master’s Degree (MPhil in Seed Science and Technology)
Eligible Nationalities: Citizens or permanent residents of Sub-Saharan African countries

Category: Postgraduate | Master’s | PhD Scholarships
Reward: Full Funding – Tuition | €6,460 Annual Stipend | Research & Travel Allowance | Health Insurance
Language Requirement: No IELTS Required

Application Deadline: November 27, 2025

Benefits of the University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship 2026

The scholarship offers comprehensive financial and academic support, including:

Full tuition fees (covered annually)
Annual study and research allowance: €460
Printing allowance: One-time payment at the end of the program

Monthly stipend (for living costs such as accommodation and food):

€500 (PhD In-Country)
€550 (PhD In-Region)
Travel allowance: (In-Region only) – awarded twice (beginning and end of scholarship)
Health insurance: (In-Region only)

In addition, DAAD In-Country/In-Region scholarship holders enrolled in research-based Master’s programs are encouraged to apply for a short-term research visit to Germany for 3 to 6 months, further enhancing their academic and research experience

Available Courses

Seed Science and Technology

University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship 2026 Eligibility Requirements

Applicants for WACCI Masters Plant Breeding Scholarships:

Graduates with a first academic degree, who have successfully completed a three-year university degree with above average results (at least: Second Class/Upper Division or equivalent, if applicable).

Candidates who cannot provide a Second Class/Upper Division or a higher result are non-applicable.
Clearly show motivation and strong commitment.
Have thorough knowledge of the language of instruction.
They 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
or a candidate considered for teaching or research staff recruitment
or from the public sector and/or d) Alumni of the DAFI-programme.

Female applicants, refugees with recognized refugee status and candidates from other less privileged regions or groups are especially encouraged to participate in the programme.

Please note: If you have already received a Master’s scholarship from the DAAD, further Master’s funding from the DAAD is not possible.

How to Apply for the University of DAAD Ghana Scholarship 2026

As a first step, must submit a complete application for the programme via the DAAD Portal.
Register on the portal
Log in to the portal
Carefully read the instructions on how to apply in the portal

Submit your application via the portal by 21st November 2024.
Remember to check that your application is complete and meets the University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship requirements before submitting! Otherwise, your application cannot be considered.
The DAAD will conduct a formal review of the applications received via the DAAD
portal only, according to the University of Ghana DAAD Scholarship criteria.