The Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) offers over 200 bursaries to students registered at Italian Universities, including Pavia, for study in Germany. This is a major scheme that Volta students should consider very carefully in order to improve their academic standing and future employment prospects.
Several DAAD calls for proposals directed at undergraduates (2nd yr or upper), MA, MSc, PhD students and post-docs are available and detailed on the DAAD Italian website and the earliest deadline for applications to is 2 December 2013. Awards cover a period of study from 1 to 12 months and offer generous support either in the form of a one off payment or a monthly allowance. Applicants can choose from a wealth of Courses at first class German Universities. Knowledge of the German language is clearly advantegeous but over 1,200 Courses taught in English are currently available in Germany and DAAD applicants lacking fluency in German should apply for these.
Volta students considering an application may consult with College graduate member This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., a 2012/13 DAAD scholar who would be happy to advise on the application procedureThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
