A fully funded postgraduate scholarship from the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development. Supports graduates from developing and newly industrialised countries to pursue a development-related master’s (and in exceptional cases doctoral) degree at a German university. Running since 1987, with over 7,000 scholarships awarded.
Verified Opportunity
DAAD EPOS Scholarship (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses)
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Overview
Opportunity Overview
Classification
Opportunity Details
Funding Type
Verification & Key Dates
Verification & Key Dates
Verification Date
July 14, 2026
Deadline
July 14, 2026
Source Organization
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Official Application Link
Eligibility
Eligibility
- Graduate from a developing or newly industrialised country (check the current DAAD country list u2014 not individually confirmed for every country during our verification)
- Hold a bachelor's degree (normally four years) in a subject related to the chosen course
- At least two years of relevant professional experience after the first degree
- Academic degree normally not more than six years old at application
- Must not have been resident in Germany for longer than 15 months at the application deadline
- Demonstrated development-related motivation and career direction
Benefits
Benefits
- Full tuition waiver
- Monthly stipend (approximately u20ac992/month for master's students, per figures found during verification u2014 confirm current amount officially)
- Travel allowance and flights
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
- Some courses include a preparatory German language course
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Browse the EPOS-listed courses in the official DAAD scholarship database
2. You may apply to up to three EPOS courses, listed in priority order
3. Applications go directly to the host university/course, NOT to DAAD centrally u2014 DAAD does not forward applications
4. You do not need to be already accepted into the master's programme before applying for the scholarship
5. Submit one consistent motivation letter across all course choices, following each course's specific instructions
6. Each host university runs its own shortlisting and selection process
Documents
Required Documents
Completed EPOS application form. Full set of academic transcripts. A motivation letter (course-specific requirements vary u2014 check your chosen course's page directly). Additional documents vary by course; always confirm the exact list on the specific course's own application page.
Important Notes
This is an umbrella scholarship scheme covering many individual courses, each with its own deadline, requirements, and application portal u2014 there is no single unified DAAD application. Applications must be sent directly to the university running your chosen course, not to DAAD. Confirm your specific course's current deadline and country eligibility directly before applying u2014 this listing summarizes the general programme, not one specific course's current details.
FAQ
Common Questions
Is this opportunity guaranteed?
No \u2014 verification confirms the opportunity is real and current, not that any application will be accepted.
How current is this listing?
Check the Verification Date above \u2014 listings are reviewed periodically and marked Expired or Closed when no longer valid.
Can Bang Ti Lenydoor help me apply?
Yes \u2014 contact an advisor for application guidance specific to this opportunity type.
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