German Government WASCAL Scholarship for West African Students (Fully Funded)

The German Government WASCAL Scholarship presents an outstanding opportunity for West African students to pursue a fully funded Master’s in Energy and Green Hydrogen. Supported by the German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF), this scholarship equips future leaders with the expertise to address energy challenges and combat climate change in West Africa. The programme is hosted by the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) in collaboration with leading universities in Germany and West Africa.

This scholarship is ideal for students from science, engineering, and related fields who are passionate about renewable energy and environmental sustainability. It offers full financial support, covering tuition fees, living stipends, travel, and research expenses, allowing scholars to focus entirely on their studies and research.

The WASCAL Scholarship 2025 provides an exceptional platform for West African students to gain international exposure, receive world-class education, and contribute to sustainable energy solutions. If you are eager to advance your academic career and make a meaningful impact in the energy sector, this is an opportunity you should not miss.

Scholarship Details

• Host Countries: Germany, Ghana, Cape Verde, Burkina Faso
• Study Level: Master’s Degree
• Funded By: German Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF)
• Duration: 2 Years
• Eligibility: West African Students

Benefits of the German Government WASCAL Scholarship

• Full tuition coverage at partnering universities
• Monthly stipend for accommodation and living expenses
• Round-trip airfare for international travel
• Accommodation support for the duration of the programme
• Opportunities for research and travel within West Africa and Germany
• Funding for academic research projects
• Personal laptop (provided on loan for the programme duration)

WASCAL Partner Universities

The Master’s programme in Energy and Green Hydrogen is conducted in partnership with universities in Germany and West Africa, offering a comprehensive and high-quality academic experience.

You can also apply for Mandela Rhodes Scholarship for African Students (Fully Funded)

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must:

• Be a citizen of one of the 12 eligible West African countries:
  • Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (Second Class Upper Division or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Have at least an intermediate level of English proficiency.

• Applicants from other ECOWAS countries may be considered as self-funded students, subject to availability.

Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Academic transcripts
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• WASSCE/SSCE Certificate (for Anglophone countries)
• Two letters of recommendation (from professors or senior researchers)
• Copy of identity document
• Copy of passport photo page
• Motivation letter (maximum 2 pages)
• Copy of university degree certificate
• English proficiency certificate or self-assessment statement
• Proof of professional experience (if applicable)
• Commitment letter to pay a registration fee of €30 if admitted

Application Deadline

The deadline to apply for the German Government WASCAL Scholarship 2025 is April 30, 2025.

For more information and to apply, visit the official WASCAL website here.