Heidelberg University in Germany is currently accepting applications for the Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship 2026, a fully funded doctoral scholarship designed to support outstanding African students who wish to pursue a PhD in Germany.
The scholarship provides generous financial support of €18,000 per year for up to 36 months, helping scholars focus fully on their academic and research journey.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €18,000 Stipend per Year
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: March 15, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship is offered by Heidelberg University to support high-achieving and promising doctoral students from Africa, with particular focus on candidates from Ghana and other West and Central African countries. The scholarship aims to promote academic excellence and capacity building by enabling talented scholars to undertake doctoral studies at one of Europe’s most prestigious universities.
This scholarship is specifically tailored for doctoral candidates in the fields of Geography (with a focus on Geoinformatics) and Political Science who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance and research potential. It is intended for students who require financial assistance to successfully complete their PhD studies in Germany. The program supports on-site doctoral studies at Heidelberg University and contributes to strengthening research expertise and academic collaboration between Africa and Germany.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a citizen of an African country, primarily from Ghana or other West and Central African nations
- Be planning to pursue a PhD at Heidelberg University in one of the eligible fields
- Be in the process of applying for doctoral admission for the upcoming winter semester
- Be among the top-performing students in their academic field
- Demonstrate a clear need for financial support to fund their doctoral studies
- Be willing to relocate to Germany for on-site PhD studies or already reside in Germany for language preparation
Eligible Fields of Study:
- Geography (with a focus on Geoinformatics)
- Political Science
Please Note: Applying for this scholarship does not automatically mean applying for a doctoral position. Applicants must separately apply for a PhD admission at Heidelberg University in one of the eligible fields.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship will receive:
- €1,500 monthly stipend
- Total annual funding of €18,000
- Financial support for a maximum duration of 36 months
- Stable funding throughout the doctoral program
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must be prepared to submit the following documents:
- Signed scholarship application form
- University degree certificate qualifying for doctoral studies (original certificate)
- Official academic transcripts showing final grades
- Official translation of certificates (German or English)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) in table format
- Letter of motivation related to the doctoral research topic
- Letter of recommendation from a prospective doctoral supervisor
- Proof of citizenship
- Evidence of financial situation (monthly available funds, parents’ pay slips, or personal income proof)
How to Apply
To apply for the Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship 2026, interested and qualified candidates should:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage
- Apply first for a doctoral degree at Heidelberg University in one of the eligible programs
- Download and complete the scholarship application form
- Submit all required documents before the deadline
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