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Uganda-Germany Refugee Program

Mission

Malengo’s Uganda-Germany Refugee Program prepares refugees registered in Uganda who hold Ugandan Secondary School Certificates (UACE) for admission to an English-speaking full Bachelor’s program at a German university and provides help with financing.

We are specifically looking to support students who have limited means and could not otherwise afford to study at a university.

Germany

Why Germany?

German universities are unique, offering high-quality education with no tuition fees to students. In addition, there is now a growing number of Bachelor’s programs that are taught fully in English; German skills are therefore not required when entering the program. Malengo advises students to take a German course to help them in their day-to-day life. Courses are typically offered free of charge by the universities.

What can scholars study in Germany?

Scholars can study courses in line with their UACE Principals. You can find a list of possible Bachelor’s degrees by clicking here.

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What does Malengo offer its selected scholars?

Support to take the IELTS test, including tutoring and funding
Guidance and funding to apply to up to three English-speaking bachelors degree programs in Germany from a list of eligible programs and universities
Help in applying for and obtaining a student visa for Germany
A pre-departure orientation seminar to prepare for life in Germany
Assistance in finding accommodation for the first year living in Germany
Financial support to cover the first-year living expenses, flight ticket, and related travel costs
Guidance to find a part-time job to help pay for all costs after the first year
A supportive mentor and other network staff to support scholars
Connection to other scholars and wide network of support for social activities and friendship
Profesional psychosocial and legal support if needed

Who Can Apply?

You are eligible for the program if you fulfill the following set of criteria:

Basic Eligibility

You have completed the UCE exam
You have completed the UACE and have at least two principal passes
You are a registered refugee in Uganda with relevant refugee documents such as family attestation & refugee ID
Minimum age 18 years, maximum age 29 years by the time of application
You have not yet completed a Bachelor’s program

Academic Eligibility
(based on requirements of German university)

UCE Subjects

English Language, Literature in English, Islamic Religious Education (IRE), History, Geography, Political Education, Latin, German, French, Luganda, Kiswahili, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Mathematics, General Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Art, Music, Computer Studies, Christian Religious Education (CRE), Foods and Nutrition, Additional Mathematics, Health Science, Fasihi ya Kiswahili.

UACE Subjects

History, Economics, Islamic Religious Education (IRE), Christian Religious Education (CRE), Geography, Literature in English, Literature in Swahili (Fasihi ya Kiswahili), French, German, Latin, Luganda, Arabic, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Art, Music, Clothing and Textiles, Foods and Nutrition.

Additional requirements

You read, write, and speak good English.
You come from a background of limited means. We will check this during the application process. If you’re unsure if you qualify, we recommend applying regardless.
You are motivated to work hard to succeed at a German university and integrate yourself into your community there.

Basic Eligibility

You have completed the UCE exam
You have either already completed the UACE and have at least two principal passes; OR you plan to complete the UACE exam in 2024 and already have your mock UACE results Please note that for applicants who will take their UACE in 2024, acceptance as a scholar will be conditional, converting to unconditional only if their UACE results qualify them for study in Germany.
Your UACE must be issued in one of the eligible districts, which are listed here.
You are 30 years of age or below as of October 31, 2024
You have not yet completed a Bachelor’s program

Academic Eligibility

You are eligible to study in Germany for university, as per the regulations of German Higher Education, if you have:
2 subjects at the Principal Level of the Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) with a grade of E or better, note that Agriculture and Entrepreneurship are not accepted as Principal Level subjects. And
3 subjects in the Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) with a grade of 6 or better, and

Academic Eligibility

How it works

Students are selected in a competitive process consisting of an application and a series of interviews. The primary criteria for selection are academic excellence, limited financial means, and motivation to make the most of the opportunity to study in Germany. If we receive more applications from qualified students than we have slots, we will choose the best students out of all the applicants that match the number of students the program can support. If you are unsuccessful in one year, you can try again in the following year if you still meet the criteria.

Once you become a Malengo Scholar, you receive support in selecting up to three Bachelor’s programs of your choice in Germany from our list of eligible programs. Malengo will support you in applying to the chosen programs. We will also pay for your application fees, and the fees to complete the IELTS English test.

After being admitted to a university of your choice, Malengo supports you in applying for a student visa (including paying for the fees), finding housing, organizing travel, and starting your studies. We also provide an orientation seminar before departure to prepare you for your new adventure.

Financing

As a Malengo Scholar, you receive financial support that covers your first-year living expenses, semester fees, and travel and application costs.

After the first year, we expect that you will be able to support yourself with part-time jobs.

After you finish your studies and take a job, we expect you to make contributions back to Malengo to allow us to continue our work. This happens through a so-called Income Share Agreement. An Income Share Agreement means that you agree to contribute a share of your income for a limited period. For the 2024 cohort, the parameters are as follows: Students who live in Germany and earn more than EUR 27,000 per year contribute 14% of their pre-tax income for up to 10 years (but never more than EUR 72,624 over their lifetime). If they return to Uganda or another low-income country and earn more than EUR 27,000 per year, they contribute 7% of their pre-tax income for up to 5 years (with the same lifetime maximum). If they do not have an income, or if their income is lower than EUR 27,000, they are not expected to make contributions. All of these numbers are adjusted for inflation on an ongoing basis.

Financing

As a Malengo Scholar, you receive financial support that covers your first-year living expenses, semester fees, and travel and application costs.
After the first year, we expect that you will be able to support yourself with part-time jobs.
After you finish your studies and take a job, we expect you to make contributions back to Malengo to allow us to continue our work. This happens through a so-called Income Share Agreement. An Income Share Agreement means that you agree to contribute a share of your income for a limited period. For the 2024 cohort, the parameters are as follows: Students who live in Germany and earn more than EUR 27,000 per year contribute 14% of their pre-tax income for up to 10 years (but never more than EUR 72,624 over their lifetime). If they return to Uganda or another low-income country and earn more than EUR 27,000 per year, they contribute 7% of their pre-tax income for up to 5 years (with the same lifetime maximum). If they do not have an income, or if their income is lower than EUR 27,000, they are not expected to make contributions. All of these numbers are adjusted for inflation on an ongoing basis.

During your studies

While you are studying, our network of staff and mentors will support you. We provide help with everyday issues like dealing with university administration, authorities, and businesses. We also support you in finding a part-time job to help you pay for your living expenses after the first year of studies. And finally, our network is a place for social activities and friendships. If you require acute legal or psychological assistance, Malengo staff can arrange for legal and psychologicalprofessionals to help you for free.

Research

We are committed to evidence, and therefore we will study the impacts of the program on your and your family’s lives. After you apply, you will receive the occasional questionnaire from us that asks you about how and what you are doing. Participation is not mandatory. You can still become a Malengo Scholar even if you don’t wish to complete these questionnaires.

Find out more

You can read more about the details of applying on the “How to Apply” page.

Once you are ready to submit your application, you can do so at https://app.malengo.org.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are refugees in Uganda eligible for the program?

Yes. If you are a refugee in Uganda and have a valid refugee travel document, you are eligible to apply for the program. The eligibility criteria and our selection process is the same as for Ugandan citizens, see above.

Does it matter where I live?

No; your place of residence does not matter. It only matters where you got or will get your UACE certificate.

Do I need a passport?

No, but if you don’t have a passport, you need a Ugandan national ID card, OR a letter from NIRA showing your NIN number, OR a valid refugee travel document.

Do I need to speak German to be a Malengo Scholar?

No. All programs in the Malengo program are taught entirely in English. You therefore do not need to know any German to become a Malengo Scholar. However, once you begin your studies, we require that you take German classes. German classes are typically offered for free by the universities. If you want to get started with learning German, here are some free resources for you to check out.

What experiences and character traits do I need to have to be selected?

A Malengo Scholar is not just a student who receives financial and mentoring support from our organization. A Malengo Scholar is someone who embodies respect, integrity, honesty and persistence in all aspects of their life. We look for six important traits in our applicants:

1. You are academically qualified, which includes good grades and UCE/UACE scores.
2. You are financially deserving, which means that you would not otherwise be able to afford studying at a German or Ugandan university.
3. You possess personal and academic integrity and honesty. You tell the truth, produce original work, and are known for being reliable and responsive.
4. You have persistence and a strong work ethic. You can overcome challenges in your life and will work hard to achieve your goals.
5. You are a strong contributor to your community. You have demonstrated leadership and service to others, and will contribute to the Malengo scholar community in the future.
6. You are motivated to become a Malengo Scholar. You have strong conviction and ambition to join this special community and pursue an academic program in Europe. You can articulate how this experience will help you achieve your goals.

What subjects can I study?

Our eligible Bachelors programs are listed here. We do not support studies for other degree programs.

I want to study medicine, psychology, pharmacy, nursing or nutrition. Can I?

These subjects are only taught in German language. They require advanced German skills (C1) and partially also very good grades or a company partner. Therefore, if you don’t speak fluent German, you will not be able to study these degrees. You can find details below:

Medicine: You can only study Medicine if you speak C1 (i.e. very fluent) German and if you had excellent grades at UCE and UACE (i.e. mostly “A” or “1”)
Psychology: You can only study Psychology if you speak C1 (i.e. very fluent) German and if you had excellent grades at UCE and UACE (i.e. mostly “A” or “1”)
Pharmacy: You can only study Pharmacy if you speak C1 (i.e. very fluent) German and if you had very good grades at UCE and UACE (i.e. mostly “A”, “B”, “1”, “2”)
Nursing: You can only study Nursing if you speak C1 (i.e. very fluent) German and if you find a company partner who is willing to employ you.
Nutrition: You can only study Nutrition if you speak C1 (i.e. very fluent) German. You can however study Food Sciences in English.

Please write to us at [email protected] if you have a German level of B2 or higher.

Do I have better chances if I select a specific program of study?

No. We treat all eligible Bachelors programs equally. During the application we will ask you about your motivation for the particular programs you want to study. For this reason you should select degree programs that you are qualified for and passionate about.

Please note: Malengo does not guarantee admission into your choice of program. Admissions into German universities are based on the decisions made by the universities on the basis of your application, subjects, and grades.

I am older than 30 years. Can I still apply?

No, unfortunately you are not eligible to apply to Malengo.

I applied previously and was not successful. Can I still apply?

Yes! As long as you meet the eligibility criteria, you are welcome to apply again.

I am still waiting for my UACE results. Can I apply?

Yes! Candidates who have good UCE scores and are sitting for their UACE exams in the year of application can apply as long as they have their mock exam results. Candidates who are selected by Malengo before UACE results are released are admitted contingent upon receiving good UACE scores. Please note, though, that for applicants who will take their UACE in 2024, acceptance as a scholar will be conditional, converting to unconditional only if their UACE results qualify them for study in Germany.