Christina Marutlulle
Language Program Officer BKD (Educational Services)
stipendien-johannesburg@goethe.de
Professional development in Germany
Scholarships
The Goethe-Institut Johannesburg annually provides German teachers from Southern Africa with the opportunity to apply for an in-person scholarship for the German summer (June - August).
Applications open from 9 - 29 October 2025.
About the training
The training courses take place at the Goethe-Institutes in Berlin, Bremen, Dresden, Munich and Schwäbisch-Hall. In-person and blended learning formats are offered on various topics, including:
- Methodology & Didactics
- Regional Studies
- German for Teachers
- Utilizing Digital Media / Media Didactics
- Professional Development for Trainers
- Integration into the Professional World - German Lessons for Professionals
Scholarship Program 2025
German teachers (DaF/DaM) residing and working in one of the following countries are eligible to apply: Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Zambia, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum B2 proficiency level
- Actively teach German (as a foreign language) at a school or private institution
- Valid passport
- Mandatory participation in the blended learning phases
- Must have a laptop and access to WiFi
Application
Note: The application form will be active from 9 of October - 29 October 2025.
Only online applications submitted via the above form will be accepted.
Contact
stipendien-johannesburg@goethe.de
