Forty-five Ghanaian students have been awarded the prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Scholarship by the European Union (EU) to pursue master’s degrees in various fields at universities across Europe.
The students will enroll in a two-year master’s program from 2024 to 2026 in countries such as Germany, Italy, Austria, France, Spain, Hungary, Greece, and Serbia. The announcement was made during a pre-departure information session at the residence of the EU Ambassador to Ghana, Irchad Razaaly, in Accra.
The Erasmus Mundus program, funded by the EU, offers scholarships to approximately 1,000 students annually, providing them with the opportunity to gain top-level academic and cultural experiences in Europe.
In his address, Ambassador Razaaly congratulated the students and encouraged them to embrace the cultural diversity of Europe while sharing their Ghanaian heritage with their peers. “You will have the unique opportunity to get not only top-level academic experience but also enjoy a diverse cultural experience,” he said.
The Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, also urged the students to adopt a vision-driven mindset and to actively participate in their academic and cultural experiences. He emphasized the importance of representing Ghana positively during their studies abroad.
Ignatius Baffour Awuah, the Minister of Employment and Labour Relations, represented by Gloria Bortele Noi, echoed similar sentiments, advising the students to exhibit professionalism and teamwork in their endeavors.
One of the scholarship recipients, Sandra Enyonam Apatu from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), expressed gratitude to the EU and other benefactors on behalf of her colleagues, highlighting the significance of the opportunity.
The students are set to begin their academic journey in September 2024, embarking on an experience that promises both academic and personal growth.