Study Scholarships & Research Grants in Sustainable Water Management, DAAD Germany

One of the points of priority funding Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) of special significance in the Framework Programme on "Research for Sustainable Development Sustainable Water Management (NaWaM):" One of the major challenges in the future is to ensure clean water supply for the world's population . Population growth, water pollution and increased water consumption per capita has a strong impact on water quality. In addition, widespread climate change and changes in land use affect global and regional water cycle and thus the question of medium and long-term availability of water. "

In view of this background, the BMBF is promoting special projects to develop, adapt and disseminate international technologies and strategies for sustainable management of the "Water" resource. Of particular interest in this context is the thematic areas of Water and Energy, Water and Health, Water and Nutrition, Water and Environment, and Water in Urban Areas. At the center of the Special Programme DAAD funded with resources from the BMBF on "Sustainable Water Management" located on the promotion of young scientists from Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Iran, Jordan, Vietnam and Indonesia.

Part program on "Study and Research Grant Scholarships for Foreigners" offers high-quality students and Doctoral Students from the above mentioned countries the opportunity to study in special programs relevant to the selected master spoken English-German university, or, to carry out their PhD projects in the thematic area "Water in Urban Areas" in Germany. According to an estimate published by the United Nations, more than 60% of the world's population - equivalent to nearly 6 billion people - will have settled in urban areas in 2030. At present, most of which already live in areas with inadequate infrastructure. In view of these developments, a new approach to the provision of urban and disposal and the protection of natural resources as needed.

Who can apply?
In principle, the application is open to special high-quality graduate and Doctoral Students from the above mentioned countries have graduated from their studies in Engineering or Natural Sciences subjects.

What can be funded?
Type of Scholarship: Master Studies in Germany
Applicants have the opportunity to study in one of the following Master programs:

Master of Hydro Science and Engineering Program
Institutions of Higher Education: Technische Universität Dresden
Web: www.hse-master-programme.de
Contact Person: Dr. Sabine Hahn-Bernhofer
Phone: +49 (0) 351 463 3123 7
E-Mail: contact@hse-master-programme.de

Water Resources and Environmental Management
Higher Education Institutions: Leibniz-Universität Hannover
Web: www.watenv.de
Contact Person: Dr.-Ing. Jörg Dietrich
Phone: +49 (0) 5117622309
E-Mail: watenv@iww.uni-hannover.de

Water Resources Engineering and Management
Institutions of Higher Education: University of Stuttgart
Web: www.warem.uni-stuttgart.de
Contact Person: Dr.-Ing. Matthias Schneider
Phone: +49 (0) 711 685 6661 6
E-Mail: warem@iws.uni-stuttgart.de

Water Science (Program Participation required)
Institutions of Higher Education: University of Duisburg-Essen
Web: www.uni-due.de/water-science
Contact Person: Prof. Dr. Torsten C. Schmidt
Phone: +49 (0) 201 183 6772 / -6774
E-Mail: torsten.schmidt @ uni-due.de

Please choose the appropriate degree program that meets your expectations and show the program and alternative programs in your application documents.

Support all structured to run for a minimum period of 31 months. Funding is provided for the course of four months of intensive language compulsory, generally two-year Master's program, and, shall be at least three months, Internship in a company engaged in commercial business and industry, in particular the authority of the Federation and the Federal state, and in the management and resource settings the company under public law, or in research institutions in Germany. Scholarships / grants consist of 750 monthly installments of Euro per month and an annual study and research subsidy cost of 460 Euros.

To travel out and back as well as field work may be in the country of origin, countries that depend on travel allowance is given. In addition, the DAAD covers the cost of health insurance as well as for accident and personal liability insurance.

In certain circumstances, additional costs for accompanying spouse and children can also be given. Possible costs of education borne by the DAAD.

Scholarship Type B: Doctorate in Germany
Applicants who wish to do the intended doctoral degree at a university in Germany.

Choice Host University and Scientific Oversight lies with the applicants themselves.

Support all structured to run for a minimum period of 43 months. Funding is provided for a four-month language course required intensive, generally three years of doctoral / PhD and at least three months compulsory internship in a company engaged in commercial business and industry, in particular the authority of the Federation and the Federal state, and in the management and regulation of resources within the company in under public law, or in research institutions in Germany. This support includes a monthly payment of 1000 Euros and Studies and Research Subsidy annual fee of 460 Euros. To travel out and back as well as for field work in countries of origin, which depends on travel allowances given. In addition, the DAAD covers the cost for health insurance as well as for accident and personal liability insurance. Perhaps, additional costs can also be paid to accompany spouse and children. Host institution in Germany to receive a monthly surcharge Research Cost of 200 Euros per scholarship / grant.

Selection
Choice scholarship / grant holders are made by the Selection Committee which German scientists sitting.

Selection criteria for determining student achievement that is generated during the study in the country of origin, the quality of undergraduate theses and English language skills and abilities.

Specify selection criteria for Doctoral Students / PhD is the quality of Master's thesis, relevance and quality of doctoral programs, academic achievement / proficiency in the Master's degree program in the country of origin and English language skills. Overseas experience and knowledge of other foreign languages ​​can be of significance for both types of support (Type A and Type B).

Application
Application documents must be submitted in full in duplicate. Applicants are asked to use the form "Application for Research Grants and Study Scholarships"

On the cover, please specify the type of support as appropriate. The following documents must be included with the application form:

Type of Scholarship:

Curriculum Vitae (2 pages max.)
Summary of thesis (2 pages max.)
Graduation Degree Certificate
Evidence of program paths
Motivation letter (1 page max.)
Proof of English skills (TOEFL 550/213/80; IELTS: 6.0)
Perhaps, German Language Skills Evidence (eg TestDaF, Zertifikat Deutsch, Deutsches Sprachdiplom)
Evidence of contact with the desired Master's Program

A letter of recommendation by a scientist's own choice must be submitted in sealed envelopes or be sent directly by referees to the DAAD in Bonn on the application closing date.

Scholarship Type B:

Curriculum (2 pages max.)
Master Thesis Summary (2 pages max.)
Presentation of the planned doctoral project (3 pages max.)
Confirmation of supervision by scientists from the Institute for College / High German
Work Plan and Schedule (if possible, agree with the German supervisor)
Master Certificate;
Evidence of Pathway Programs
Proof of English skills (TOEFL 550/213/80; IELTS: 6.0)
If possible, Proof of German Language Skills (eg TestDaF, Zertifikat Deutsch, Deutsches Sprachdiplom)

The Letter of Recommendation by two scientists of your own choice should be put in sealed envelopes or sent by referees directly to the DAAD in Bonn on the application closing date.

Applicants from Kazakhstan, Jordan, Vietnam and Indonesia to send a full and complete application documents to the DAAD Information Centre in Almaty, to the DAAD-Coordination Office in Amman or to the DAAD Regional Office in Jakarta and Hanoi.

Applicants from Mongolia and Iran send complete application documents to the German Embassy in Ulan Bator or Tehran.

Application Deadline
These documents must be received bin Almaty, Ulan Bator, Amman, Tehran, Hanoi and Jakarta in full by December 31, 2011 at the latest.

Complete application and only applications received after December 31, 2001 can not be considered in the selection process.

Contact and Suggestions
Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst
German Academic Exchange Service
Referat / Section 522
Kennedyallee 50
53 175 Bonn

Irmgard Kasperek (0228.882-560; kasperek@daad.de)

For more information, please visit the official website: www.daad.de