The Learn Africa postgraduate scholarship program, a flagship initiative of the Women for Africa Foundation, is making a return in 2024. With a legacy spanning over a decade, this scholarship has transformed the lives of approximately 350 female students hailing from 35 different African nations. Beneficiaries have pursued their academic endeavours in Spain or Morocco, leveraging this opportunity to secure employment back home or pursue doctoral studies.
Notably, the Women for Africa Foundation is unwavering in its commitment to supporting doctoral scholarships, extending its reach to students in the STEM field.
Highlights of the 2024 Learn Africa Postgraduate Scholarship
- Scholarship is strictly for African women based in an African nation
- Scholarship is hosted by universities in Spain or Morocco
- The application is online at the application page https://mujeresporafrica.es/en/2024-learn-africa-programme#scholarships
- The deadline for submission of online application is April 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
Eligibility Criteria for the 2024 Learn Africa Postgraduate Scholarship Program
To be considered for the 2024 Learn Africa postgraduate scholarship program, aspiring applicants must meet the following criteria:
– Must be a female national residing in an African country.
– Should either be enrolled in an African university or possess a university degree from an African institution. A Bachelor’s degree is a prerequisite for postgraduate scholarships, with specific degree requirements varying based on the scholarship category applied for (refer to individual scholarship details).
– Must satisfy the specific criteria outlined for the desired scholarship.
– Proficiency in the language of instruction (B2 or C1 level, depending on the host university) is mandatory. Language proficiency can be demonstrated through an official language certificate or a telephone interview with the university.
– For online scholarships, candidates must have access to a properly equipped computer to facilitate online learning, considering factors such as internet connectivity, web browser compatibility, operating system requirements, desktop applications, webcam functionality, and Zoom/Microsoft Teams applications.
Application Process for 2024 Learn Africa Female Postgraduate Scholarship
To streamline the application process for the 2024 Learn Africa postgraduate scholarship:
– Familiarize yourself with all the stipulations and prerequisites outlined in the scholarship call.
– Gather all necessary documentation required for the application.
– Visit the Scholarships 2024-2025 page at and select the desired scholarship.
– Click on the orange Apply button to initiate the application process.
– Create an account or log in with existing credentials to access the application form.
Scholarship Benefits to Successful Applicants
The Learn Africa postgraduate scholarship offers the following benefits:
– Online scholarships cover tuition fees exclusively.
– Face-to-face scholarships encompass tuition fees, transportation costs, accommodation expenses, and health insurance coverage.
Application Deadline and Selection Process
The deadline for submitting applications for the 2024 Learn Africa postgraduate scholarship program is April 17, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. (Madrid time). Applications must be submitted exclusively through the designated website.
The final selection of candidates will be conducted in collaboration with partner universities, with outcomes announced on the Women for Africa Foundation website in June. Successful candidates will receive notification via email (provided during application) and, in some cases, via phone call. Unsuccessful candidates will not receive individual notifications.
For urgent inquiries not addressed herein, kindly reach out via email to: learnafrica@mujeresporafrica.es.