The Orange Knowledge program is a fully funded program that is designed for international students to study in Netherlands Universities. It is a great and wonderful opportunity available for students to get their masters degree or short course in Netherlands. This awesome scholarship is being funded by the Dutch government, their sole purpose is to give a helping hand over to students who come from developing countries. They aim to help them to achieve greater academic and educational accomplishments, and also in creating more developmental opportunities in the Netherlands.
The Dutch ministry of foreign affairs is the honorable body that fully funds the Orange Knowledge Program (OKP). They aim to promote development and significant growth in individuals who have the needed skills and intelligence to contribute to the society, but are held back due to their countries development state. The Orange Knowledge Program spreads its tentacles across many varieties of fields like, engineering, agriculture, economics, health, education, sciences, and so much more. They hope to bring positive growth in these different fields of interests. This article will be properly comprised on information about the scholarship, the information will grade from knowing the essential requirements, the needed documents, the most eligible courses, application processes and also the interesting benefits that comes with it.
DETAILS OF THE ORANGE KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM
THE HOST COUNTRY: Netherlands
THE HOST UNIVERSITY: Various universities in Netherlands
THE DEGREE PROGRAMS: Masters Degree program and Short Courses
THE PROGRAM DURATION: The short course is held for a duration of two weeks to twelve months. The master’s degree program is held for a period of twelve months to twenty four months.
COVERAGE OF SCHOLARSHIP: A fully funded scholarship.
THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
For you to ensure a secured position for this scholarship opportunity, you must ensure you are able to meet up with the necessary requirements, of which some of them include;
a) You are expected to be living and also working in any of an OKP country.
b) You must be proficient in English language or French language.
c) You should possess a valid identity passport.
d) You are expected to have a two years experience or above, in the specific field of study you are applying for.
e) You are required to have gained admission in any of the included universities or institutions of Orange Knowledge Program.
f) You are also expected to have a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent certificate.
g) You must be working in any of the important or significant organizations in the country, like; commissions, ministries, universities, local organizations, secondary institutions, NGOs or the private sector.
h) You can be able to teach or transfer your knowledge amd experience in any of the organizations after your studies in their country.
i) Candidates who have previously had an OKP scholarship cannot participate again.
j) Candidates are required to provide government statement with the scholarship application, that is if this is needed by the local government.
k) The candidates who are working in a Multi lateral organization, or an internationally connected organization and even any organization that concerns with social interest such as human rights, environmental protection, health, etc are not qualified for the Orange Knowledge Program.
DEADLINE DATE FOR THE OKP
Round one: ( 8 February to March 30)
Round two: ( 28 June to September 5)
Please note: The deadline date that is planned for the end of the Orange Knowledge Program is on 31 December, 2024. Due to that, no application rounds would be available in 2024.
HOW TO APPLY FOR ORANGE KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM (OKP)
1) Ensure to check the OKP qualified countries and courses, and if your country is qualified, check the available courses for it.
2) You will find a course in the course list, ensure to choose a course that is related to your interests and studies.
3) Endeavor to check the requirements for the course, you can also contact the Dutch education institution so as to have knowledge about the procedures and academic requirements.
4) Get ready for your application, by preparing your required documents like passports, government statement, employer statement, etc.
5) Get an application for the course you wish to study through the Dutch institution website.
6) Ensure to craft an appealing motivation letter, it should be able to convey the reasons you wish to pursue the course you applied for and also the benefits to your personal career and global development.
7) Get good recommendation letters because it helps a lot.
8) 8) The next action is to apply for the OKP scholarship. Ensure that all important documents are submitted and remember to do so before the deadline.
DOCUMENTS NEEDED FOR THE ORANGE KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM
– You need to present a valid passport and a national ID card: It is important to note that the passport must be valid at the time you applied for the visa and also when you arrive to Netherlands. It is also advised to add your birth certificate.
– GRE Test: A new scoring system has been brought out and it requires that your GRE score must be 145 or above. The GRE score is expected to be higher in subjects that relates with your academic field.
– You are required to show a recent statement from your employer, depending on the country you were employed: Ensure that you mention your job descriptions, your work projects and the skills you have mastered. Know that the letter must be signed by the Head of the company.
– You need a government statement.
– Academic Transcripts
– Recommendation letters: The candidates are expected to submit up to three letters of recommendation from their previous university, though depending on the course. Advisable is given to provide a letter of recommendation from the Head of Department, who is expected to be a PhD holder. Your referees are expected to input their contact details, like phone number, email, etc at the end of the letter. Also, remind your referees to write about your academic accomplishments and write about their full confidence in you and how qualified you are for the course you are applying for.
– You need to present your Curriculum Vitae (CV)/ Resume: This should include all your recent and important details about your interests and occupation. Also make sure that the CV is hand signed.
– Proof of English language proficiency: You can get this document from IELTS or TOEFL. To be able to increase your chances, it is expected that you have an overall of 6.5 in IELTS or above 100 in TOEFL. Though, the need of this may differ from course to course.
– Proof of previous work experience ( but it is optional)
– A motivational letter: You are required to ask about your personal and professional reasons you choose to apply for the course and the scholarship. Although the maximum pages of this letter is three pages, but it is advised to make it brief and direct to one page. It is just like a brief biography to tell the panelists about you.
COUNTRIES THAT ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THE ORANGE KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM
Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Colombia, Dr Congo, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Lebanon, Mali, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, Palestinian Territories, Rwanda, Senegal, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, Yemen.
Please take note that applicants for the master’s programs from Indonesia, are expected to apply through the OKP-LPDP Joint program.
COURSES THAT THE ELIGIBLE FOR ORANGE KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM (OKP)
1) The Masters program, this is usually held for a period of twelve months to twenty four months. The fields under the masters program are as follows; Agricultural science, Public Health, Environmental Science, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Engineering.
2) The Short Courses: This is also held for a duration of two weeks to seven months for the second round. The fields under the short courses are as follows; Vocational Training, Water Management, Healthcare and Medical Training, Management and Leadership, Education and Training, Sustainable Development.
Though the eligibility of courses can differ by universities or institutions, so it will be of importance to check the actual courses that are offered by the Dutch universities included in the scholarship program.
BENEFITS OF ORANGE KNOWLEDGE PROGRAM
It will be quite interesting to know a numerous fleet of beneficial opportunities that the Orange Knowledge Program has, some of them include;
1) This program covers the payments of the full tuition fees for the applied course.
2) The OKP covers the visa costs.
3) The OKP also provide applicants with health insurance throughout the period of the course.
4) The travel costs that are needed for your scholarship, are being handled by the OKP.
5) It also offers opportunity of covering your expenses, through monthly allowances.
6) The scholarship program also provides avenue for individuals to meet and associate with high class professionals and academic experts in their field.
Finally, getting a chance to be part of the Orange Knowledge Program would be a career changing opportunity to enhance your life career but know that much inputs would be required from you. Ensure that you adequately follow the guidelines and do the needful so as to make a great positive change in your field of study. Always remember to stay up to date with the school websites and programmes.
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