• OPEN DOORS
    scholarship program

Namibia, like many other countries, faces some challenges, including unequal income distribution and high unemployment. In the face of these hurdles, the government, the high educational institutions, the economy, but also civil society and individuals are called upon to implement promising and sustainable initiatives to improve the well-being of everyone. We are tackling this problem at the root and supporting the young generation through access to free education.

In 2018, we launched our OPEN DOORS scholarship. Through the programme, we play an important role in the educational and professional path of motivated students and hope that through the possibility of our scholarship, we can support the scholars in finding a well-paid job and in pursuing the profession they desire.

We are aware that the awarding of scholarships and support for individual young people alone does not change Namibia’s unequal education system. But there is hope that our scholars, who know best about the inequalities in the system, will be the ones who are committed to change the system through their education and the career opportunities that gives them a voice in society. Such a change can only take place from within and cannot be steered from another country.

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Objective:

The aim of the funding is to support the students on their way towards their own and Namibia’s future. Thereby, we hope to accompany them on their path for as long as possible and to motivate them into self-organizing a think tank dealing with social and economic problems in Namibia.

REQUIREMENTS AND CRITERIA FOR A SCHOLARSHIP

With this scholarship you will get the chance for high-quality online Bachelor degrees at Germany’s largest university, the IU (International University of Applied Sciences) in cooperation with Study Access Alliance.

The following study fields are possible:

  • Business Administration B.A.
  • International Management B.A.
  • Digital Business B.A.
  • Entrepreneurship B.A.
  • International Healthcare Management B.A.
  • Data Science B.Sc.
  • Computer Science B.Sc.
  • Aviation Management B.A.
  • Engineering B.Eng.
  • Management B.A.
  • Business & IT B.Sc.
  • Industrial Engineering & Management B. Eng.
  • Robotics B.Eng.
  • Cyber Security B.Sc.
  • Applied Artificial Intelligence B.Sc.
  • Software Development B.Sc.
  • Hospitality Management B.A.

Applicants must meet the general admission requirements for the selected Bachelor degree at the partner university:

  • Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) combined with Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS)
  • The certificates provide evidence of a total of at least five independent, general education subjects – of which at least four subjects are in the “Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary” (NSSCAS), including English.
  • The proven subjects must be graded with at least a grade of “C” in the “Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary” (NSSCO) and with a grade of at least “C” in the “Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary” (NSSCAS).

We have defined the following criteria that must be met in order to apply:

  • Namibian citizenship
  • Age between 18-30
  • Residence in Swakopmund or Walvis Bay
  • financial need (!)
  • voluntary, civic engagement
  • Good school performance
  • Strong motivation for online studies
  • overall impression during a personal conversation

NEW ROUND OPENING IN 2025

IN COOPERATION WITH

These are our scholarship holders:

Name: Maria E.
Institution: Lingua International Training College
Course of study: Account & Finance
Furtherance: 2018 – 2022

Name: Hendrina M.
University: Welwitchia Health Training Centre
Course of study: Nursing & Midwifery
Furtherance: since 2021

Name: Simeon K.
University: University of Namibia
Course of study: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
Furtherance: since 2021

Name: Tulimeke N.
University: University of Namibia
Course of study: Bachelor of Arts in English
Furtherance: since 2019

Name: Kauzemburukua M.
University: University of Namibia
Course of study: Veterinary Medicine
Furtherance: since 2021

Name: Tangi-Sela K.
University: Namibia University of Science & Technology (NUST)
Course of study: Bachelor of Accounting
Furtherance: since 2021

Name: Maria H.
University: School of Medicine (UNAM)
Course of study: Physiotherapy
Furtherance: since 2021

Name: Feni S.
University: University of Namibia
Course of study: Military Science
Furtherance: since 2021

Name: Ester M.
University: Namibia University of Science & Technology (NUST)
Course of study: Environmental Health Science
Furtherance: since 2022

Name: Justina H.
University: University of Namibia
Course of study: Law
Furtherance: since 2022

Name: Titus S.
University: International University of Management (IUM)
Course of study: Marketing Management
Furtherance: since 2022

Name: Priskilla S.
University: University of Namibia
Course of study: Social Science
Furtherance: since 2022

Name: Rejoice T.
University: International University of Management (IUM)
Course of study: Education in Senior Primary
Furtherance: since 2022

Name: Foibe M.
University: International University of Management (IUM)
Course of study: Education in Senior Primary
Furtherance: since 2023

Name: Lameka P.
University: Welwitchia Health Training Centre
Course of study: Pharmacist Assistant
Furtherance: since 2023

Name: Selma E.
University: School of Medicine (UNAM)
Course of study: Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
Furtherance: since 2023

Name: Kutaara M.
University: Namibian Institute of Mining & Technology (NIMT)
Course of study: Boilermaking & Welding
Furtherance: since 2023

Name: Patricia T.
University: International University of Management (IUM)
Course of study: Sustainable Ocean & Aquaculture Mgmt.
Furtherance: since 2024

Any questions?
See our FAQ below!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The following study fields are possible:

  • Business Administration B.A.
  • International Management B.A.
  • Digital Business B.A.
  • Entrepreneurship B.A.
  • International Healthcare Management B.A.
  • Data Science B.Sc.
  • Computer Science B.Sc.
  • Aviation Management B.A.
  • Engineering B. Eng.
  • Management B.A.
  • Business & IT B.Sc.
  • Industrial Engineering & Management B. Eng.
  • Robotics B. Eng.
  • Cyber Security B.Sc.
  • Applied Artificial Intelligence B.Sc.
  • Software Development B.Sc.
  • Hospitality Management B.A.

Although you will be studying at a German university, your studies will be taught in English.

Applicants must meet the general admission requirements for the selected Bachelor degree at the partner university IU in Germany:

- Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) combined with Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS)

- The certificates provide evidence of a total of at least five independent, general education subjects - of which at least four subjects are in the "Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary" (NSSCAS), including English.

- The proven subjects must be graded with at least a grade of “C” in the “Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary” (NSSCO) and with a grade of at least “C” in the “Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary” (NSSCAS).

Currently we do not have any open Application round. The next application will be communicated in 2025.

4 to 6 weeks after the deadline of application.

Namibian citizens residing in Swakopmund or Walvis Bay in the Age from 18-30.

If you receive the ONLINE STUDY-scholarship, you won’t need to pay it back. It is a free program for you.

There are no expenses for you as a scholar. We cover all fees and provide you with access to laptop and internet.

We ask you to study at our own facilities where we support you with access to Wifi and Laptop. The place is the OPEN DOORS Education Centre (ODEC), in Matutura, Swakopmund led by Tangeni Shilongo Namibia.

Wir haben das OPEN DOORS Education Centre (ODEC) in Namibia gebaut. Hier klicken für mehr Informationen.
We've built the OPEN DOORS Education Centre (ODEC) in Namibia. Click here for more information.