DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship: Master of Public Health at Busitema University

This DAAD In-Country Scholarship funds a Master of Public Health at Busitema University, Uganda, as part of the German government-funded DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship Programme for Sub-Saharan Africa.

## About this scholarship The In-Country/In-Region Programme aims to build strong, internationally oriented higher education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa. It funds development-related Master's and PhD study for graduates who plan to pursue a career in teaching and/or research at a higher education institution in the region. At Busitema University, the funded programme is the Master of Public Health.

## Who can apply - Applicants must be graduates from Sub-Saharan Africa holding a first academic degree (a Bachelor's degree) for this Master's-level scholarship. - Applicants must be applying to study in their home country, Uganda, under the In-Country track. - Female applicants and candidates from less-privileged regions or groups are especially encouraged to apply.

## What it covers - Tuition fees for the Master of Public Health at Busitema University. - A monthly scholarship (stipend). - A study and research allowance. - A thesis printing/publishing cost allowance. - (In-Region scholarship holders, not applicable to this In-Country award, also receive a travel allowance and health insurance funding.)

## How to apply Applications are submitted through the DAAD scholarship database/portal. Incomplete applications cannot be considered; applicants should follow the individual call-for-applications document for the exact document checklist.

## Key dates - Most recent call's application deadline: 27 November 2025.

No fees are ever required to apply for this scholarship. Contact DAAD or Busitema University directly with questions.