DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) 2026–27 — Fully Funded Scholarship in Germany
Applicant criteria
- 23 - 40
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity description
The program supports graduates from developing and newly industrialized countries who want to pursue master’s or doctoral degrees in development-related fields at German state-recognized universities.
Objectives
Promote sustainable development through higher education
Strengthen professional and academic capacity in partner countries
Support international cooperation and development-focused research
Train future leaders in key development sectors
Fields of Study
DAAD EPOS funds selected development-related postgraduate courses, which may include economics, governance, environmental management, engineering, health systems, public policy, agriculture, social sciences, and related fields.
Location & Duration
Study location: Germany
Degrees supported: Master’s (12–24 months) and PhD (up to ~42 months)
Application Timeline & Deadlines
There is no single universal deadline for the EPOS Scholarship — deadlines vary by university and selected course.
However, the official EPOS deadlines list shows:
Some EPOS course applications open around June 1, 2025
Many deadlines run until mid- to late-2025
Important: You must apply directly to the university offering your chosen course before that program’s deadline — not centrally to DAAD. After nomination, DAAD processes the applications.
Benefits
The DAAD EPOS Scholarship is fully funded and typically includes:
Monthly stipend (e.g., ~€992 for Master’s / ~€1,300–€1,400 for PhD*)
Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
Travel allowance (round-trip airfare)
Monthly rent subsidy in some cases
Family and accompanying support where applicable
*Amounts depend on academic level and adjustments in specific years
Eligibility criteria
You can apply if you:
Are from a developing or newly industrialized country (eligibility lists apply)
Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (often four-year degree)
Have at least two years of relevant professional experience after your first degree
Have strong academic performance and a motivation related to development
Meet language proficiency requirements (English and/or German) where needed