DAAD Scholarships for Postgraduate Courses with Special Relevance to Developing Countries

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Deadline: 31 July (annual)
Open to:  International students and young professionals from developing countries in Africa, Asia, Pacific Islands, Central and South America and Central and Eastern Europe
Scholarship: A monthly award of 750 euros

Description

The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) provides scholarships in Germany for international students for a range of postgraduate courses at German Universities which aim at providing academically educated young professionals from developing countries with further specialized studies.

These degree courses, which consist of one to two years of concentrated study, provide academically-trained young professionals in leading positions from developing countries with the opportunity to engage in postgraduate education and training in their particular field or profession.

Postgraduate courses are offered in the following fields:

  • Economic Sciences / Business Administration / Political Economics
  • Development Co-operation
  • Engineering and Related Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Regional Planning
  • Agriculture and Forest Sciences
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Medicine and Public Health
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Sociology and Education

For a full list of Postgraduate courses for 2012/2013 check here.

Scholarship

The DAAD will pay a monthly award of 750 euros. As a rule, the scholarship additionally includes certain payments towards health insurance cover in Germany. In addition, the DAAD generally will pay an appropriate flat-rate travel allowance, unless these costs are covered by the home country or by another funding source. Furthermore, the DAAD will also pay a study and research allowance.

Eligibility

The DAAD Germany Scholarships are for international students and young professionals from developing countries in Africa, Asia, Pacific Islands, Central and South America and Central and Eastern Europe.

The typical scholarship holder:

  • Will come either from a public authority or a state or private company in a developing country and, as such, be engaged in the planning and execution of directives and projects with emphasis on development policies having a bearing on technological, economic or social areas.
  • Holds a Bachelor’s degree (4 years) in related subject.
  • Will have completed an academic degree far beyond average and at least two years of related professional experience.
  • Is not older than 36 (for some courses the age limit is 32), respectively his/her academic degrees should normally not be older than 6 years. Concerning a possible age limit, please refer to the course details on the following pages.

Language skills:

  • For courses in German: DSH 2 or TestDaF 4; at time of application German skills at completed level A2 are required. In addition, German language courses at level A2 or B1 are highly recommended.
  • Exception: Candidates for some German-speaking courses need a very good command of German at time of application. For detailed information see the relevant course introduction on the following pages.
  • For courses in English: IELTS (band 6) certificate or TOEFL (minimum score: 550 paper based, 213 computer based, 80 internet based)
    Note: Some courses may expect different level. For detailed information see the relevant course introduction

Please also see if you meet the eligibility requirements of the programme you are applying to.

Application

List of required documents:

  • DAAD application form
  • hand-signed CV (please use the europass specimen form)
  • hand-signed letter of motivation (with reference to current occupation)
  • research exposé (if required by university)
  • academic letter/s of recommendation from your university; the letter must have a signature and office stamp and must be of recent date (not in a sealed envelope)
  • professional letter/s of recommendation from your employer; the letter must have a signature and office stamp and must be of recent date (not in a sealed envelope)
  • confirmation of employment from the employer in your home country and if possible, a guarantee of re-employment upon your return home
  • Proof of language abilities: English – IELTS or TOEFL (Note: Institutional TOEFL will not be accepted), and German – necessary for the courses taught in German; for the courses taught in English, if available
  • certified copies of awarded academic degrees
  • certified copies of academic transcripts
  • certified copy of School Leaving Certificate

Please note: Scholarships cannot be awarded without the official DAAD application form. Many courses, however, have their own forms which must be submitted in addition to this (see details under course description). Applicants are requested to state whether they will be financing the desired degree course themselves or whether the course can only be taken with the assistance of a DAAD scholarship. Chances of admission to postgraduate courses will be greatly enhanced for academically qualified applicants with personal financial resources.

Note: Some courses may expect additional documents. For detailed information please see the relevant course introduction. All papers must be submitted in identical duplicates. Applications that do not clearly state the desired degree course or that are not completed in full cannot be processed and will not be considered for the selection. One complete application is required for each indicated priority!
The application documents, including all enclosures, etc., become the property of the DAAD and cannot be returned. The sender has no entitlement to compensation.

Scholarship applicants from developing countries (on the DAC List of the OECD) can apply at the German embassy or DAAD regional office, directly at the DAAD in Bonn or directly to the university.

Application deadlines for DAAD-scholarships:

  • At the German Embassies and/or at the DAAD regional offices: 31 July (Please ask about possible modifications in your home country!)
  • At the DAAD section 431 in Bonn/Germany: 31 August
  • At the respective universities in Germany: 15 October (normally, please check description for detailed information)

The application deadlines at the respective universities may vary from course to course. Please check  the relevant deadlines in this booklet.

IMPORTANT: Late applications cannot be considered!

For more information please read the FAQ’s or consult the German Embassy/DAAD Regional Office in your country.

Brochure on Postgraduate Courses in Germany for 2012/2013.

The Official Website

35 thoughts on “DAAD Scholarships for Postgraduate Courses with Special Relevance to Developing Countries”

  2. Hi,

    I am a student of BS(hons)Sociology at University of the punjab Lahore Pakistan.This programme will be compeleted by 15th juiy 2012. Am i eligible for this scholarship? How can i apply for it?

    Waiting for your favourable reply.

    Thanks,

    Aroos

    1. Dear Aroos,

      Please direct your question, whether or not you are eligible for the scholarship, to the German Embassy or DAAD Office in your country. Regarding your question about the application process, well you have all the necessary documents listed in the post above, in the Application section.

      Kind regards
      Elena
      Mladiinfo

  3. Hi,may I know whether I am eligible for this scholarship? I hold first degree in development studies and I am from Ghana in West Africa.Hope to hear from you. Thanks !

    1. Dear James,

      Please direct your question to the DAAD office in your country, or the German Embassy. I cannot give you an answer based on the little information that you've provided.

      Kind regards
      Elena
      Mladiinfo

    1. Dear Salome,

      If the country is not on the list then I think that makes you ineligible. You can still check with the German Embassy in Georgia to find out if they offer any kind of scholarship for your country.

      Kind regards
      Elena
      Mladiinfo

    1. Dear Susan,

      The two years professional experience is listed as one of the requirements, so my guess is that you are not eligible. You can still inquire with the German Embassy or DAAD office in your country for other scholarship opportunities.

      Kind regards
      Elena
      Mladiinfo

  6. Hi,

    I am little confused,if i make an application till 31 June this year and lets supposed i will be admitted,the academic year will begin in 15 oct 2012 or 2013????

    With kind regards,

    Erjona

    1. Dear Erjona,

      I don't know what's unclear about the post. The academic year is 2012/2013, which means it starts in 2012 (let's say 15 October) and ends in the spring of 2013.

      Kind regards
      Mladiinfo

  9. Здраво,

    Дали македонски студенти може да аплицираат? Во листата на нивната веб страна Македонија е прецртана.

    Поздрав!

    1. Zdravo Gorde,

      Na dadenata lista gledam deka taa e vazecka za 2008-2010, taka sto ne znam dali se uste e istata lista, no stom ja dale na oficijalnata strana, togas bi trebalo. Vo sekoj slucaj, za da se osiguras, mozes da go kontaktiras pretstavnistvoto na DAAD vo Makedonija. Dokolku ovaa stipendija ne e dostapna za makedonskite studenti, sepak tie imaat povekje razlicni stipendii.

      Pozdrav,
      Elena
      Mladiinfo

  10. Hi,
    I'm a graduate in BSc Horticulture with information technology and I want to do an Msc in Irrigation and Soil management. My home country is Kenya and I wish to know if I'm eligible to apply and if possible to have my studies In Kenya, and how can I proceed.

    1. Dear David,

      The post clearly says "The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) provides scholarships in Germany for international students for a range of postgraduate courses at German Universities which aim at providing academically educated young professionals from developing countries with further specialized studies." So, no, you cannot have your studies in Kenya. For more information about this scholarship please contact your local DAAD office, or German Embassy or Consulate.

      Regards,
      Mladiinfo

  11. Hi. Does the age limit of 36yrs apply to PHD program as well. Iam interested in PHD of development studies.
    Thanks and Kind regards,
    Yosam,
    Kampala, Uganda.

    1. Dear Yosam,

      You probably should look for age limit details on the official website which is provided in the post. There are some courses for which age limit is 32 as well.

      Kind regards, Mladiinfo team

  12. Thank You for Posting,
    I applied for this scholarship last year.
    I received a notification letter about acceptance of my application.
    Since then I have not been contacted as to the success or otherwise of my application.
    Is there a way of knowing whether or not one's application is successful?
    Or does silence means my application was unsuccessful?
    Thank You.

    1. Dear RawRaw,

      Well if you haven't heard anything since last year, then I would assume that your application wasn't successful. Usually when an application is successful, the applicant is notified by the Institution where he/she submitted the application. Sometimes the absence of an answer means that the application wasn't successful, although it is a good and correct practice for all candidates to be notified of their status, regardless if the answer is positive or negative. But that does not apply to all Institutions. Everybody has a different practice.
      Anyway, if you want to be sure, and not just assume that your application was unsuccessful, I would advise you to contact the DAAD office or German Embassy/Consulate (depending on where you submitted your application) and check the status of the application.

      All the best,
      Elena
      Mladiinfo

    1. Dear Fanuel, Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply or to ask specific questions for the program.

  15. dear mladiinfo i would like to ask you whether am eligibel or not for this scholarship? i gratuat in law from addis ababa universty befor 3 years but i have been working in deferent office which is unrelated to law. so do u think am eligibel? pluse the dade line is very soon.
    thanks
    semira

    1. Dear Semira,

      Your country, yes it is eligible country for this opportunity. However it is up to you to check the other eligibility criteria to see if you are eligible with your degree to continue with other programs. Therefor, please check the official website and ask the official contact persons. Please note that Mladiinfo only informs about these opportunities.

      Kind regards,
      Mladiinfo team

      1. Please note that Mladiinfo does not give scholarships or any financial support, but only informs about different opportunities. Click on the direct link to the official page above to apply for the program.

  16. Dear mladiinfo,i am 23 years old guy from Ethiopia and hold Bsc in soil resources and watershed management from mekelle univeresity with CGPA-3.80 last year. Now i am working in Ethiopian sugar corporation being researcher. Am i eligible for this chance

    1. Dear Fekadu,

      According you should check the eligibility section of this post and see if you are a candidate. For any similar questions which might concern you, please direct to the contact persons or visit the official website.

      Kind regards,
      Mladiinfo team

  17. Dear Sir/Madam,

    I have been trying to apply for AAD Scholarships for Postgraduate Courses with Special Relevance to Developing Countries. I h

    ave completely failed to get where to finally submit though have filled all necessary forms.

    Thank you

    1. Dear Ndinyo,

      Please direct all of your questions to the contact persons. You can probably find them on the official website. However, if you have failed to finish all the application process, as it is mentioned in the post: late application will not be accepted. However find the the contact persons, Mladiinfo cannot much help you about these types of issues

      Best regards,
      Mladiinfo team

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