Keys to Success in Academic Scholarship Applications
Partnership:
DSFG and DastN are proud to collaborate in shaping the future of academic and professional careers! Our partnership is dedicated to supporting students and researchers every step of the way. Together, we bring valuable opportunities for growth and development.
What we offer:
- 6 impactful webinars on essential topics like university admissions, scholarship applications, visa guidance, and relocation tips.
- Sponsorship of the Arab Science Symposium in Germany, 2025 – an event that fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange.
- Exclusive services for DSFG members, ensuring continuous support throughout their academic journey.
Objectives of the Workshop:
- Understanding the key components of a strong scholarship application.
- Identifying and evaluating suitable scholarship opportunities.
- Developing effective personal statements and motivation letters.
- Building a competitive academic and extracurricular profile.
- Learning from real examples and case studies.
Content of the Workshop:
- Introduction & Overview
- Identifying the Right Scholarships
- Building a Competitive Profile
- Crafting Your Application Package (recommendation letters, motivation letter, CV, etc.)
- Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
- Time Management & Deadlines
Targeted Audience:
This workshop targets students and recent graduates who are Planning to apply for scholarships (Bachelor, Master’s, PhD, or postdoc), interested in international academic opportunities, or seeking guidance on how to build strong, competitive applications.
Guest Speaker:
Ali Ghanem is a PhD student specializing in Materials Science and Engineering, with a strong interdisciplinary background that combines both experimental and theoretical approaches. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Chemistry from Damascus University, and a Master’s degree in Materials Science and Engineering from the Higher Institute for Applied Sciences and Technology (HIAST) in Damascus, Syria.
Ali has nearly nine years of professional experience at the Atomic Energy Commission of Syria, where he focused on chemical synthesis and scientific translation. Following his Master’s degree, he was awarded two prestigious scholarships: one from Yanzhou University (China) and another from the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Russia).
In his current research, Ali is working on materials modeling and simulations using Density Functional Theory (DFT). His academic and research interests bridge computational materials science with real-world chemical systems.