Are you looking for a scholarship to fund your degree in Germany or an African country? Here is an overview of the current scholarship and grant opportunities available to students and young professionals. Explore the opportunities below, check the eligibility requirements and application deadlines, and follow the links provided for full details.
DAAD STEM Master's Scholarship 2026/27
Looking for a fully funded opportunity to pursue a STEM Master’s degree in Germany? The DAAD STEM Master’s Scholarship supports high-achieving students from developing and emerging countries who wish to pursue a Master’s degree in mathematics, computer science, natural sciences or engineering at a German university.
Who can apply and when? Applicants must have completed a first university degree, such as a Bachelor’s degree, recognised in Germany by the application deadline. Applicants who already hold a Master’s degree by the deadline are not eligible. The application deadline varies, so applicants should check the official DAAD page for the specific deadline and eligibility requirements. Application Deadline: varying by country
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DAAD/EPOS Scholarships 2027/2028
Are you a qualified professional from a developing or newly industrialised country looking to pursue postgraduate studies in Germany? The DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) scholarship supports qualified professionals from developing and newly industrialised countries to pursue selected postgraduate programmes at German universities. It is generally aimed at applicants with a Bachelor’s degree, strong academic performance, at least two years of relevant professional experience, and a clear commitment to contributing to development in their home country or region.
Applicants should check the specific programme for its deadline and eligibility requirements. For full details and the list of participating programmes, visit the official DAAD Scholarship Database. Application Deadline: vary depending on the selected study programme
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DAAD In-country/In-Regional Scholarships
The DAAD In-Country/In-Region Programme for Sub-Saharan Africa offers scholarships for selected, development-related Master’s programmes in participating universities across Sub-Saharan Africa. The programme is aimed at graduates from Sub-Saharan Africa who want to pursue a Master’s degree in their home country or another eligible Sub-Saharan African country, with a focus on developing future professionals, teachers and researchers. Female applicants, recognised refugees, and candidates from marginalised regions or groups are particularly encouraged to apply. DAAD
The current call includes programmes in countries such as Burkina Faso, Ghana, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Malawi. Applicants should check the specific programme and university requirements before applying. Application Deadline: 12 November 2026.
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