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The DAAD in Ghana, West Africa

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The DAAD is represented in Ghana by the Regional Office Accra. The office is reponsible for students, researchers and universities in Ghana, Nigeria and Cameroon.

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Study and Research in Germany

Opportunities for study and research in Germany

DAAD in Nigeria

This page give an overview of options and important links for Nigerians as far as research and academia exchanges between Germany and Nigeria is concerned.

PhD and Research in Germany

Completing a PhD and Researching

Germany offers excellent research opportunities for EU/international PhD students and researchers.

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Master's Degree

Scholarship offers for Ghana I Cameroon I Nigeria

The DAAD offers diverse scholarship schemes Ghanaian applicants. These includes Master scholarships for selected study programmes in Germany and in other partner institutions in sub-Saharan Africa (In-country/In-region programmes).

Admission Requirements

Step 3

Gaining admission to a German university is an important step on your path to studying in Germany. The DAAD Regional Office Accra has compiled some information on the procedures and requirements involved in this process.

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DAAD Regional Office Accra Newsletter

Overview of Latest News

A bi-monthly e-newsletter informing about DAAD scholarship programmes, higher education cooperation between Germany and Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon.

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Contact

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For general enquiries, you can please complete our contact form. We will get back to you in due course.

DAAD Ghana-Alumni Network

Strengthening regional networks

The DAAD alumni network aims to bring alumni together to strengthen their networks and foster sustainable interdisciplinary exchanges.

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DAAD Nigeria Alumni Network

The DAAD Alumni Association of Nigeria is an academic, socio-cultural, non-political and not-for-profit organization of former beneficiaries of the DAAD Scholarship.

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21.04.2026 | News

Working visit to Nigeria

Overall, the working visit proved highly productive, reinforcing DAAD’s engagement with Nigerian higher education institutions and laying the groundwork for future collaboration. Both FUNAAB and the University of Ibadan demonstrated strong institutional commitment to expanding partnerships, promoting mobility, and pursuing joint research opportunities.

21.04.2026 | News

21 German institution rectors and vice rectors visit Ghana

24.12.2025 | News

DAAD alumni events in Ghana, Nigeria and Cameroon

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28.10.2025 | News

Museums Lab 2026

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02.10.2025 | News

Call for application

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10.09.2025 | News

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Contact

DAAD Regional Office Accra

20 Osu La Crescent, Nyaniba Estates Accra
Telephone: +233 261 09 09 39

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E-mail: info.accradaad.de

Located at 20 Osu La Crescent Accra

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Events

Online University Presentation - May 2026

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May 20, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM

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Introductory Session - June 2026

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June 4, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM

Hybrid (Online and in-person at the DAAD Regional Office Accra, 20 Osu La Crescent)

PhD Proposal Writing Workshop, Lagos

June 17, 2026, 9:00 AM to June 18, 2026, 4:00 PM

Lagos, Nigeria

Online University Presentation - June 2026

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June 17, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM

Online

Introductory Session - July 2026

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July 2, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM

Hybrid (Online and in-person at the DAAD Regional Office Accra, 20 Osu La Crescent)

PhD Proposal Writing Workshop, Sunyani

July 27, 2026, 9:00 AM to July 28, 2026, 4:00 PM

Sunyani

Introductory Session - August 2026

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August 6, 2026, 4:00 PM to August 22, 2026, 5:15 PM

Hybrid (Online and in-person at the DAAD Regional Office Accra, 20 Osu La Crescent)

Introductory Session - September 2026

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September 3, 2026, 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM

Hybrid (Online and in-person at the DAAD Regional Office Accra, 20 Osu La Crescent)

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Offers & Services

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DAAD Ghana Events

Find out about events organised by DAAD Regional Office Accra.
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DAAD Regional Office Accra Newsletter

Overview of Latest News

A bi-monthly e-newsletter informing about DAAD scholarship programmes, higher education cooperation between Germany and Ghana, Nigeria, and Cameroon.
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Meet Us Online or In-Person in Accra, Ghana

Book an Appointment

We offer individual consultation and counselling on Mondays, Thursday and Fridays. Please book for an appointment prior to your visit.
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Study, Research & Teach

My Guide

My GUIDE helps you find the

Based on your academic background and interests, My GUIDE will find suitable study programmes for you. Check your entrance qualification and contact your favourite university.

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University Cooperation

Find Funding Programmes

German universities, like most universities around the world, maintain a broad network of international partnerships. The DAAD supports such international partnerships through a number of schemes that aim to foster cooperation among higher education institutions.

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Alumni Services

Scholarship Holders

In the eyes of the DAAD, the end of a funding period marks the beginning of a long-standing relationship with us. We aim to stay in touch with our alumni as well as help you get to know one another through a serious of programmes and activities. We also support you in setting up regional DAAD alumni clubs and other forms of networking opportunities.