Application & Admission
Participants’ Profile:
- German university alumni from developing countries (DAC country nationals),
- Working in the field of agricultural engineering, solar technology and engineering or similar disciplines,
- Multipliers, e.g. people who are in a position to spread the acquired knowledge and experience.
Application Requirements and Process:
Please send your application by 6th of April 2015 via email to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The application (in English language) must include the following documents in one single pdf file:
- A letter of application, stating your motivation for participation and your special interest in the topic,
- A short CV with personal data (please add list: Surname, First Name, Organization (in English), Department (in English), City, Country, Phone: E-Mail (one address only): PhD-candidate (yes or no), student (yes or no), former participation in an Alumni Special Project (yes or no), information on studies at home and in Germany and professional development,
- An abstract on „Solar energy for development with reference to the participants' home country and self involvement in the field for solar technology” (the main topics are listed above; abstracts must not exceed one page; please use font type “Arial”, font size 11, 1.5 line spacing),
- A short description of your present duties/position and your personal professional goals, indicating your envisaged field of activities and duty level,
- An overview on seminars, workshops or conferences visited in Germany after finishing your studies in Germany,
- A passport size portrait photograph. The seminar will be held in English, hence English proficiency is essential to follow the presentations and participate in the discussions. It is necessary to participate in the whole program (seminar, trade fair visit and social program).
» Download Application form (docx)
The program for the visit to the solar trade fair "Intersolar Europe 2015" and the International Conference on Solar Technology and Engineering is prepared by the DAAD.
All applicants will be informed about the results of the selection process in April 2015.
Travel Dates:
The date of arrival in Germany will be June 2nd 2015 (arrival at Frankfurt International Airport, FRA). The date of departure from Germany will be June 13th 2015 (departure from Munich)
For any further questions please contact the organization team:
Mrs. Vera Sternitzke
DITSL Witzenhausen
Steinstrasse 19, 37213 Witzenhausen, Germany
Fax: +49 (0) 5542 607 39
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