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UKUDLA Master’s Scholarship for Food Systems and Data Science

Issued by German Academic Exchange Service · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls

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Published
28 Oct 2026
Closes
7 Nov 2026
Reference
call-for-master-s-scholarship-applications-at-ukudla
Sector
Education & Training

At a glance

German Academic Exchange Service has published a funding call in education & training: “UKUDLA Master’s Scholarship for Food Systems and Data Science”. Submissions close on 7 November 2026, 10 days from today. Quote reference call-for-master-s-scholarship-applications-at-ukudla in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 2 notices from this buyer since 2026, 2 of them currently open. There are 4,442 open education & training notices on FreeTender. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.

Details

The African German Centre for Sustainable and Resilient Food Systems and Applied Agricultural and Food Data Science (UKUDLA) is inviting applications for its master’s scholarships. These scholarships, funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and the Federal Foreign Office of Germany, offer financial support for full-time master’s studies at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in South Africa. The deadline for applications is 7 November 2026. UKUDLA aims to advance knowledge in agri-food systems and applied data science by training master’s students, researchers, and educators. The program focuses on integrating modern data-science methods to enhance agricultural productivity, sustainability, and resilience in the face of environmental and socioeconomic challenges. Participants will work on projects that involve data analysis, machine learning, and geospatial analysis, among other areas.

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This scholarship program contributes to the development of skilled professionals capable of addressing challenges in agri-food systems and data science. By fostering regional networking and strengthening education and research capacities, UKUDLA aims to have a long-term impact on food security and sustainable agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa. What is the deadline for the application? The deadline is 7 November 2026. What financial support is provided? Scholarship holders receive a monthly stipend of EUR 650, with additional benefits for rent and medical aid. Which institutions are eligible? The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in South Africa. What fields of study are prioritized? Fields related to data science, agricultural systems, and food security are prioritized. How will I know if my application is successful? Selected candidates will be notified before 30 November 2026. Interested applicants should carefully review the official application guidelines and ensure all required documents are prepared and submitted by the deadline. For more information, visit the official UKUDLA scholarship page or contact ukudlagradcentre@uwc.ac.za with any queries.

Context for bidders

We hold 2 notices from German Academic Exchange Service, going back to October 2026 — 2 of them still open. There are 4,442 open Education & Training tenders. This one closes in 10 days.

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