Application Deadline: Varies by program (between August and November 2024)
The DAAD EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) Scholarship 2025-26 offers a fully-funded opportunity for international researchers and students from developing countries to pursue postgraduate studies in Germany. This scholarship program, funded by the German Federal Ministry, supports students and researchers in development-related fields, aiming to foster leaders who can contribute to global solutions.
Study Areas
The scholarship covers a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Forestry and Agriculture
- Natural Sciences and Biology
- Social Sciences, Economics, and Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geography
- Public Health and Medicine
- Energy and Natural Resources
- Urban Planning and Development
Benefits
Recipients of the DAAD EPOS Scholarship will receive:
- Monthly Stipend: €934 for master’s students and €1300 for doctoral students.
- Travel Allowance: Reimbursement for travel expenses.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage.
- Accident Insurance: Coverage for accidents.
- Support for Study and Research: Including funds for specialized equipment, and attendance at conferences and job fairs.
- Housing and Living Expenses: Assistance with accommodation, rent subsidies, and allowances for accompanying family members.
- Language Courses: Financial support for language instruction.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the DAAD EPOS Scholarship, applicants must:
- Nationality: Be citizens of a developing country (OECD-DAC list).
- Educational Background: Hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business studies, social sciences, engineering, natural sciences, or economics.
- Work Experience: Have at least two years of relevant work experience, including volunteer or professional work, either full-time, part-time, or with NGOs.
- Language Proficiency: Demonstrate proficiency in English with minimum scores as follows:
- TOEFL: 79 iBT, 550 PBT, 213 CBT
- IELTS: Minimum overall Band 6
- Alternatively, a Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter from the university.
- Relevance: The work experience and field of study must be relevant to the chosen course under the EPOS program.
Application Process
The application window varies depending on the program and field of study. Notable deadlines include:
- International and Development Economics Master’s Program: August 31, 2024
- Agricultural Economics, Bioeconomy, and Rural Development Doctoral Program: October 31, 2024
- Infrastructure Planning Master’s Program: September 30, 2024
- Intellectual Property and Competition Law Master’s Program: October 15, 2024
- Environmental Governance Master’s Program: October 15, 2024
For more details and to apply, visit the Official DAAD EPOS Scholarship Database.
This is a prime opportunity for students from developing countries to gain high-quality education in Germany and contribute to their home countries’ development. Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your academic and professional skills with the support of DAAD!
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