The NRW Ministry of Higher Education and Research is providing a total of EUR1.5 million (US$1.6 million) to fund 21 study places in Germany for young Syrians. The Federal Ministry of Education and Research is already funding 200 grants via the DAAD programme. More than 5,000 Syrians submitted applications to the DAAD last year.
In addition to their studies, the grant-holders are offered back-up programmes in the areas of good governance, civil society and sustainable project management. The first Syrian students are to start with German language courses in June, and their studies begin with the winter semester in October. Language courses will also be provided for their spouses.
Read the full text of Michael Gardner's article at University World News.
