Scholarship details
Are you a journalist seeking a master’s degree in Germany? Are you passionate about defending press freedom and exposing human rights violations? If yes, you might be interested in applying for the Full RSF Scholarship for Journalists in Germany.
This scholarship is offered by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), an international non-governmental organization that promotes and defends freedom of information and the press. RSF has supported journalists and media workers since 1985 and has branches in 14 countries. RSF also publishes the annual World Press Freedom Index, which ranks 180 countries and regions according to the level of freedom available to journalists.
The Full RSF Scholarship for Journalists in Germany is a unique opportunity for journalists from countries with low rankings in the World Press Freedom Index to study in one of Germany’s most respected and prestigious universities. The scholarship covers the total tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs, health insurance, and visa fees for the duration of the master’s program. The scholarship also provides mentoring, networking, and professional development opportunities for the selected scholars.
Scholarship Provider
The scholarship provider is Reporters Without Borders (RSF), an international non-governmental organization that promotes and defends freedom of information and freedom of the press.
Eligible Applicants
The eligible applicants are journalists from countries with low rankings in the World Press Freedom Index, who have at least two years of professional experience in journalism, and who have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
Host Country
The host country is Germany, a federal parliamentary republic in Central and Western Europe, with about 83 million people. Germany is known for its rich cultural and historical heritage, strong economy and innovation, high-quality education and research, and political and social stability.
Scholarship Worth
The scholarship worth is the full tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs, health insurance, and visa fees for the duration of the master’s program. The scholarship also provides mentoring, networking, and professional development opportunities for the selected scholars.
Level and Field of Study
The level of study is a master’s degree, and the field of study is journalism or related disciplines, such as media studies, communication studies, political science, or sociology. The scholarship is open to any accredited university in Germany that offers a master’s program in journalism or related disciplines.
How to Apply
The application process consists of two steps: first, the applicants have to fill out an online application form and upload the required documents, such as a motivation letter, a CV, a portfolio of journalistic work, academic transcripts, and proof of English proficiency. Second, the applicants must pass an online interview with RSF and university representatives. The application deadline is December 4, 2023.
Countries that can Apply
The countries that can apply are the countries with low rankings in the World Press Freedom Index, which are classified as “difficult,” “very serious,” or “critical” situations for journalists. These countries include, but are not limited to, Afghanistan, Belarus, China, Cuba, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Iran, Iraq, Myanmar, North Korea, Pakistan, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, Venezuela, and Vietnam.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria are as follows:
- The applicants must be journalists from countries with low rankings in the World Press Freedom Index, who have at least two years of professional experience in journalism, and who have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
- The applicants must have a high level of English proficiency, as evidenced by a TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent test score.
- The applicants must have a strong motivation and commitment to defend press freedom and expose human rights violations, as demonstrated by their journalistic work and their motivation letter.
- The applicants must have a clear and realistic study plan and career goals, as outlined in their CV and their motivation letter.
- The applicants must have a good academic record and potential, as shown by their academic transcripts and their portfolio of journalistic work.
Deadline:
Until December 4, 2023.
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