Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarships

The Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship is awarded to promising doctoral students from Africa who plan to pursue a doctorate at Heidelberg University, in fields including Geoinformatics or Political Science, to support funding for their doctorate. The scholarship covers a monthly amount and supports study over a set period, with a deadline in March for the following academic year.

Monthly stipend of 1,500 € for doctoral students; potential extension for additional semesters contingent on requirements and funds.

You are a very good up-and-coming student from Africa (primarily from Ghana or another country in West and Central Africa) planning to apply for a Master’s programme or a doctorate at Heidelberg University, and you need help funding your doctorate.

Submit required documents by email to danziger_stipendium@uni-heidelberg.de, including the signed application form, academic records, CV, motivation letter, letters of recommendation, proof of citizenship, and financial information.