The Austrian Development Cooperation (ADC) Scholarships are indeed offered for students from developing countries, and its a great opportunity to pursue studies in Austria!
Scholarship Overview
- Offered by the Austrian Development Cooperation (ADC)
- Specifically designed for students from developing countries (including priority countries)
- Focuses on studies in Diploma Courses in Tourism and Hotel Management at the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITH) in Salzburg, Austria
Scholarship Benefits
- Covers tuition fees
- Provides accommodation (for priority countries) or accommodation allowance (for other developing countries)
- Includes flight tickets (round trip)
- Covers health insurance
- Offers meals (weekdays for some, Monday-Sunday for others)
- Provides a monthly stipend for pocket money
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a citizen of a developing country or an ADC priority country (check the ADC website for the list)
- Be under 35 years old
- Have at least a one-year experience in the hospitality or tourism industry (not always required)
- Possess a minimum educational qualification (e.g., General Certificate of Education (GCE) A-Level or equivalent)
- Demonstrate English language proficiency (minimum score varies depending on the test - typically TOEFL, IELTS, or Cambridge)
How to Apply (Not currently available but here are some general steps for future reference)
- The application period is usually announced on the official ADC website or the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management (ITH) website. Unfortunately, I couldnt find an application link for 2024 scholarships as of today (March 1, 2024).
- Keep an eye on the following websites for future announcements: