Scholarship
DAAD-NRF In-Country/In-Region Scholarship
Jointly funded scholarships for postgraduate students from Sub-Saharan Africa to pursue research-based master's or doctoral degrees in South Africa. The program aims to strengthen research capacity in the region.
About this scholarship
DAAD-NRF In-Country/In-Region Scholarship is offered by DAAD & NRF for study in South Africa at master and phd level. The award is valued at Full tuition and living stipend, provided as tuition and living support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition and living stipend. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. Eligible study areas include Research-focused. Nationality requirements apply: Sub-Saharan Africa.
Eligibility
Citizens of Sub-Saharan African countries; must meet academic requirements for master's or PhD entry.
How to apply
Applications close on 2025-06-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Fields of study
Research-focused
Nationality requirements
Sub-Saharan Africa
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- DAAD & NRF
- Study destination
- South Africa
- Eligible applicant countries
- Sub-Saharan Africa
- Award
- Full tuition and living stipend
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Fields of study
- Research-focused
- Nationality
- Sub-Saharan Africa
- Deadline
- Closed · 2025-06-01
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-23