German Bundestag International Parliamentary Scholarships (IPS) Scheme 2023
Applications are now open for the German Bundestag (ISP) International Parliamentary Scholarships Programme for applicants from selected the Southern African States.
The German Bundestag is offering you the opportunity to get to know the German parliamentary system during an intensive programme. A one-week work placement with a member of the German Bundestag allows you to experience the work carried out in their office and to come into contact with political decision-makers.
Successful candidates will be chosen by the German Bundestag’s independent selection panel.
Eligibility requirements:
- Citizenship of one of the three participating countries: Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa
- Under the age of 30 at the start of the scholarship
- University degree
- Very good knowledge of German
- An interest in politics and a social-political commitment
Benefits
Accepted applicants will be eligible for the following benefits:
- Selected participants in the programme will receive a monthly scholarship grant worth 500 euros.
- The German Bundestag will also cover the costs related to health, accident and personal liability insurance.
- All participants will receive accommodation in an apartment complex for the full duration of the programme.
- The programme will also cover the costs related to travel to and from Berlin.
Application Procedure:
Interested and eligible applicants must send their fully completed online application documents by email as a PDF file. The PDF file name should consist of the applicant’s surname followed by their given name. Applications must be mailed to the German mission in the applicant’s home country.
The complete application must include the following documents:
- Complete the application form available on the programme website.
- You must include evidence of sufficient knowledge of German
- Also include a copy of your passport or ID card.
- You must also include a certified copy of your university degree certificate.
- Request a letter of recommendation in either German or English from a university professor or current employer.
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