DAAD EPOS Master’s Scholarships 2025–26

DAAD EPOS Master’s Scholarships 2025–26



Overview of DAAD EPOS Program

The DAAD EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) scholarship program supports professionals from developing countries in pursuing fully funded Master's and PhD degrees in Germany. The scholarships are intended for graduates with at least two years of relevant professional experience who aim to contribute to the development of their countries.

Featured EPOS Master's Programs for 2025–26

University and Program Field Language Duration Application Deadline
Ruhr-Universität Bochum – MA in Development Management (MADM) Development English 3 semesters 30 September 2025
TU Dresden – MSc in Textile Machinery & High-Performance Material Technology Engineering English/German 4 semesters 10 October 2025
TU Dresden – MSc in Tropical Forestry Forestry English 2 years 30 October 2025
TU Dresden – MSc in Hydro Science & Engineering Environmental Engineering English 2 years 15 October 2025
University of Freiburg – MSc in Environmental Governance Environmental Studies English ~17 months 15 October 2025
University of Bonn – MSc in Global Health Public Health English 24 months 15 November 2025
University of Bonn – MSc in Geography of Environmental Risks & Human Security (UNU-EHS) Environmental/Security Studies English 24 months 15 December 2025

Additional programs are available in areas like urban planning, public health, photogrammetry, and water resources across other universities including HTW Berlin, University of Greifswald, and TU Dortmund.

Scholarship Coverage

  • Monthly stipend of approximately €934 for Master's students

  • Health, accident, and personal liability insurance

  • Travel allowance to and from Germany

  • Full tuition coverage at participating institutions

  • Optional rent subsidy and family allowance (if applicable)

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a national of a developing or newly industrialized country (e.g., Pakistan, India, Bangladesh)

  • Hold a Bachelor's degree (usually a 4-year degree) in a relevant field

  • At least two years of full-time professional work experience after graduation

  • Demonstrated commitment to development-related work

  • Strong academic performance (upper third of class)

  • Proficiency in English (IELTS ≥ 6.0 or TOEFL ≥ 80). German may be required for some programs

Application Process

  1. Select one to three suitable EPOS programs.

  2. Apply directly to the university (not through uni-assist).

  3. Submit the following documents:

    • DAAD application form and EPOS checklist

    • Motivation letter tailored to development relevance

    • Curriculum Vitae in Europass format

    • Degree certificates and transcripts

    • Employment certificates (minimum two years)

    • Two recommendation letters (academic and professional)

    • Language proficiency proof (IELTS/TOEFL or TestDaF/DSH)

    • Passport copy and recent photo

  4. After pre-selection, shortlisted applicants may be asked to submit documents via the DAAD portal.

Action Plan

  • Shortlist programs relevant to your academic and professional background.

  • Prepare your application documents early, especially SOP, CV, and employment letters.

  • Schedule and complete your English proficiency test by August or September 2025.

  • Contact university coordinators for clarification if needed.

  • Pay attention to early deadlines like 30 September or 15 October 2025.


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