The Rubika Excellence Scholarship 2025 for Kenyan 3D animation students
- Omran Aburayya
- May 16
- 2 min read
If you're a Kenyan graduate passionate about 3D animation and eager to elevate your skills on an international platform, the Rubika Excellence Scholarship 2025 offers a remarkable opportunity. Applications are now open for this prestigious program, a collaboration between the French Embassy in Kenya and Rubika Valenciennes—Europe’s leading school in animation studies. The scholarship provides one Kenyan animation graduate with the chance to undertake a fully funded, one-year intensive 3D animation training program in France.
🎓 Scholarship Summary
Location: Valenciennes, France
Host Institution: Rubika Valenciennes
Study Level: Postgraduate (Intensive 3D Animation Program)
Target Group: Kenyan graduates in animation or digital arts
Funding: Approximately €9,100 in tuition fees (90% covered), round-trip airfare, accommodation, medical insurance, and a monthly living allowance
Duration: One academic year (September 2025 – June 2026)
Application Deadline: May 23, 2025, at 11:55 PM EAT
Program Start Date: September 2025
Eligible to: Kenyan nationals with a Bachelor’s degree in animation or digital arts obtained between 2022 and 2025
🏫 Rubika Excellence Scholarship Overview
Rubika Valenciennes is renowned for its excellence in animation, video game design, and industrial design education. The institution offers high-level programs that blend fundamental teachings with the exploration of the latest trends, including virtual reality, artificial intelligence, and ethical design. With campuses in Valenciennes, La Réunion, and Montreal, Rubika provides a unique global experience. The selected Kenyan scholar will engage in a rigorous curriculum designed to enhance artistic, technical, and storytelling skills, preparing them for competitive careers in film, gaming, advertising, and digital media industries worldwide.
🎁 Scholarship Benefits
Tuition Fees: 90% coverage of tuition fees (€9,100/year)
Travel: Round-trip airfare from Nairobi to Valenciennes, including train tickets
Accommodation: Provided for the duration of the program
Living Allowance: Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage during the stay in France
Language Support: Mandatory French language classes to facilitate cultural integration
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification: Bachelor of Arts or equivalent in animation or digital arts obtained between 2022 and 2025 from a recognized Kenyan institution
Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated high proficiency in 3D animation skills
Program Commitment: Availability to commit to the full program duration (September 2025 – June 2026)
Financial Contribution: Ability to contribute €800 (approximately KES 120,000) towards tuition fees; payable in installments if necessary
Passport Validity: Possession of a passport valid until at least the end of 2027
📝 Application Procedure
🗓️ Application Timeline:
Call Opens: May 2, 2025
Application Deadline: May 23, 2025, at 11:55 PM EAT
Finalist Interviews: May 26–28, 2025 (via videoconference)
Announcement of Laureate: May 30, 2025
📂 Required Documents:
Completed application form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Portfolio or showreel demonstrating 3D animation skills
Personal statement outlining motivation and career objectives
Academic certificates and transcripts
Copy of a valid passport
📬 Application Submission:
Interested candidates should fill out the application form before the deadline. Incomplete applications will be automatically disqualified. For any questions regarding the application process, contact Aminata Kante at aminata.kante@diplomatie.gouv.fr.
🔍 Selection Criteria
Portfolio Quality: Originality and technical excellence of submitted work
Communication Skills: Ability to articulate ideas and career aspirations effectively
Professional Alignment: Clarity of how the program aligns with the candidate's professional goals
Academic Excellence: Strong academic record in relevant fields
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