The MA in Development Management (Bochum Programme) is offered at UWC since 2002 and now constitutes part of the Development Research Division (DRD).
It is a twin course of the Master’s Programme in Development Management at the Institute of Development Research and Development Policy of Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, with respect to curriculum, lecturers and the degree awarded.
For applicants from Sub-Saharan African countries with an excellent academic record the DRD offers a limited number of DAAD merit scholarships per year.
The Development Research Division (DRD) offers DAAD merit scholarships for the the MA Development Management.
Development Management Scholarships – Entry Requirements:
- Above average B.A. or relevant degree in political science, social science, law, economics or geography or in other subjects related to the planning and evaluation of development programs and projects.
- Career experience in a relevant field; preference is given to candidates whose employers offer a reintegration guarantee.
- For DAAD scholarship applicants within the program “postgraduate courses with relevance to developing countries” at least two years career experience is required, other applicants shall demonstrate practical experience at least through a relevant internship.
- Minimum certified proficiency in written and spoken English -TOEFL: 79-80 points internet based (equivalent to 213 points computer based or 550 paper based) or IELTS: band 6.
Deadline: 31st December.
For more scholarship information and application, see: MA in Development Management Scholarships Website