UKUDLA Call for Master’s Scholarship Applications – Apply By 7 November 2026

Overview

The African-German Centre for Sustainable and Resilient Food Systems and Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science offers Master’s research scholarships for its third cohort. This initiative is a collaborative academic and research partnership involving the University of Hohenheim in Germany, the University of the Western Cape in South Africa, the University of Pretoria in South Africa, the University of Mpumalanga in South Africa, and the Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources in Malawi. The programme focuses on strengthening sustainable food systems, improving agricultural resilience, and advancing the use of data science in agriculture.

Who can apply

This opportunity is targeted at African candidates seeking to pursue postgraduate research within the UKUDLA framework.

Requirements

Applicants must prepare a research proposal using the prescribed Master’s research project proposal form. The proposed study must align with the programme objectives and identified research priorities, demonstrating a clear focus on sustainable and resilient food systems, agricultural innovation, or applied agricultural data science. Candidates must complete the designated application form and submit all required supporting documents in accordance with the official guidelines.

How to apply

Interested candidates must follow the official UKUDLA application process by completing the online application form and submitting the required documentation along with the Master’s research project proposal form. Enquiries can be directed to the UKUDLA Graduate Centre at ukudlagradcentre@uwc.ac.za.

Key dates

The application deadline is 7 November 2026.