The University of Bonn and the United Nations University Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS) are offering up to eight fully funded scholarships for developing countries. These scholarships are available for pursuing Joint Master of Science (M.Sc.) programs “Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security.”
The ultimate goal of the scholarship is to foster intercultural exchange and enable the students to contribute to the sustainable development of their home countries by applying the knowledge they acquired during the study program.
Non-native English speaking applicants must prove sufficient proficiency in the English language.
Course Level:
Scholarships are available for pursuing Joint Master of Science (M.Sc.) programme
Study Subject:
Scholarships are “Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security.”
List of Subjects:
Fields of expertise include Vulnerability Assessment, Ecosystem Services, Sustainable Development, Disaster Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Human-Nature Relationships, Science & Technology Studies, Development Geography, Geomorphology, Socio-Hydrology, Future Studies, GIS and Remote Sensing.
Scholarship Award: There are eight fully-funded scholarships available.
Scholarship can be taken in Germany
Eligibility:
Applicants must possess a first, higher education qualification (Bachelor’s Degree) in Geography or a related / comparable professionally certified study program. Out of all higher education qualifications earned (Bachelor’s, Master’s, additional academic coursework, etc.) applicants must have accumulated at least 100 ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) within courses related to the three following areas: Human Geography and Social Sciences with a focus on spatial patterns, society, development; Science methodology and empirical research methods; Physical Geography, Geo sciences and Environmental Sciences with a focus on Earth System Science.
A strong motivation to contribute to the area of Human Security and management of risks related to Environmental Change is a pre-requisite to study in this Master’s Program.
Applicants should be highly motivated to learn in a multicultural and interdisciplinary environment.
A minimum of 2 years of related professional experience is required for candidates from developing countries who additionally wish to be considered for a scholarship under the Development-Related Postgraduate programs (Epos) of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD).
Nationality: Citizens of developing country can apply for these scholarships.
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirement: Eligible candidates should fulfill the following requirements in addition to the general eligibility criteria for the Master’s programs:
Being a candidate from a “Developing Country” (according to the classification of the DAAD)
Having at least two years of practical work experience (e.g. with an NGO, GO, or the private sector) in a field related to the study programe
Having graduated from the Bachelor no longer than five years ago
Having completed no other Master in a similar field of studies
Aiming at a career as a practitioner in a field related to the program of study
English Language Requirement: Non-native English speaking applicants must prove sufficient proficiency in the English language.
How to Apply:
Application Form
Application Deadline: The application deadline is January 15, 2017.
Scholarship link