DAAD EPOS Scholarship
Funds Master's study at German universities for graduates from developing countries, in postgraduate courses specifically designed for international students working in development-related fields. Applications go directly to the university offering the course, never to DAAD centrally.
Quick Facts
Status
Applications OpenFunding
Fully FundedDeadline
No single date - varies per participating university course
Country
GermanyAbout the DAAD EPOS Scholarship
EPOS (Programs in All Disciplines with Relevance to Developing Countries), funded by DAAD with support from Germany's development ministry, funds Master's study for graduates from developing countries at German universities running specifically designed postgraduate courses. Unlike many scholarships where you apply to a central body, EPOS applications go directly to the university offering your chosen course.
Eligibility includes graduating from a developing or emerging country, holding a Bachelor's degree, and generally at least two years of relevant professional experience. There is no single fixed deadline across the whole program, since each participating course sets its own.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Specifically designed for professionals from developing countries with real work experience, not fresh graduates alone
Full funding including a living stipend, not just tuition
Courses are purpose-built for an international, development-focused cohort
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in Germany
Germany's strong engineering, public policy, and development studies programs make it a natural fit for professionals from developing countries pursuing development-focused graduate study.
Eligibility Requirements
4 requirements
Documents Checklist
5 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Identify a participating EPOS Master's course matching your field (you may apply to up to three)
Apply directly to the university offering that course, not to DAAD centrally
Follow that university's specific deadline and document requirements
Application Timeline
Well ahead of intended start
Course Search
Identify EPOS-participating courses in your field
Varies by course
University-Specific Deadline
Confirm directly with the university
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Never apply to DAAD directly for this program - always apply through the specific participating university
You may apply to up to three EPOS courses, so consider a shortlist rather than a single application
Confirm each course's specific deadline individually, since there is no unified date
Frequently Asked Questions
2 questions - click any to expand
Directly to the university offering your chosen EPOS course. DAAD does not accept direct applications for this program.
Generally yes, at least two years of relevant professional experience alongside your Bachelor's degree.
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