Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship in Mechatronic Engineering for African Students 2025

Since January 2022, Ashesi University in Ghana and ETH Zurich have been offering a joint Master’s programme in Mechatronic Engineering. 40 students from 7 African countries are currently studying at Ashesi University. A third cohort has been selected and will start their studies in 2024. The programme is delivered in block courses developed and taught in tandem by faculty from both universities. 

The programme is founded on a strong partnership between Ashesi University, ETH Zurich, industry and supporting partners. This collaboration is maintained through regular visits and exchanges.

• Table of Content
• About ETH Zurich
• Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship
• Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship Courses
• Requirements for Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About ETH Zurich

A brief overview of more than 150 years of ETH Zurich history   Established in 1855 as the Federal Polytechnic School, ETH Zurich has, from the outset, been a national centre for education with international appeal, attracting talent from all over the world. The successful combination of a cosmopolitan outlook with national roots made the young educational institution one of the driving forces behind industrialisation in Switzerland: it brought the necessary expertise into the country, trained technical specialists and helped set up groundbreaking national infrastructures. ... continue reading

Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship

• Fully Funded Educational Programme: Full scholarships covering tuition, academic fees, laptop & equipment, accommodation, health insurance, one trip home each year, monthly stipend for other living expenses
• Mentorship: Personal career development, supported by profesional experts and guided by an experienced mentor
• Internship: Challenging hands-on assignments in learning by doing
• Job Offer: Our global-leading industry partners and other companies in the region provide job opportunities after graduation
• Three-Year Programme with Two Certificates: Master of Advance Studies (MAS) from ETH Zurich and Master of Science (MSc) from Ashesi University

On completion, students will receive a Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) from ETH Zurich and a Master of Science (MSc) from Ashesi University. There are no diploma substitutes.

Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship Courses

• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics engineering
• Process Engineering

Requirements for Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship Qualification

• BSc or MSc in Electrical, Electronic, Computer, Mechanical, Process and Mechatronics Engineering
• Second Class Upper or better
• Proficiency in English

Interview date, Process and Venue for Ashesi-ETH Masters Scholarship

Selection Criteria

• Academic Qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae
• Extracurricular Achievements
• Working/Internship Experience
• Demonstration of Motivation

Documents Required for Application

• Official Transcript: 
• CV/Résumé: 
• Motivation: 
• References: 

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Ashesi webpage