Deutsche Welle (DW) Akademie Masters Scholarship for Journalists Worldwide 2024

Published: 12 Jan 2024 1,677 views

The four-semester Master's program is a full-time program. The curriculum covers a number of areas including journalism and communication sciences, media development and media management.

The Master's program is unique in Germany and attracts students from all over the world. It combines research, lectures and hands-on media skills in cooperation with Bonn University and the Bonn-Rhein-Sieg University of Applied Sciences.

The program is conducted in Englishand offers academic and practical expertise. Students are trained to become professional media specialists who can meet career demands with the required skills and confidence. The program prepares students for management positions within an international environment.

DW Masters Scholarship

Requirements for DW Masters Scholarship

The program is designed primarily for young journalists, media managers and communications staff who come from developing and transition countries, and particularly from Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe. However, Germans, EU citizens and prospective students from other industrialized countries can also apply.

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree and, after graduating, at least one year of professional experience in a media-related field. Applicants must also have a good command of English.

The program is particularly aimed at:

• Media workers from radio, TV, online and print
• Young journalists, especially those working with electronic media
• Journalists and managers from community radio stations
• Communications experts
• NGO employees
• Government ministry employees
• Staff working in the area of development cooperation
• Representatives of national broadcasters' regional working groups
• Media association representatives

Application Deadline

How to Apply