Funding & benefits
12 to 42 months (dependent on study programme)
Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in Germany offers DAAD Development to Master's and Selected Postgraduate Degrees students. Subject areas covered include Development-related fields. The package covers fully funded funding, travel and health insurance. Applicants need relevant university degree meeting the selected course's requirements, proof of language proficiency required by the selected course and DAAD call and 24 months of relevant experience. The provider does not publish a deadline for this round; confirm the date on its own page. Apply according to the instructions and deadline of the selected EPOS postgraduate course, using the DAAD/course application route specified in the call.
Depending on the award tier or route, verified benefits include travel support. The opportunity currently maps to study areas including Medicine & Health. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
Key dates
Eligibility requirements
- Graduates with at least two years' professional experience from the following countries: list of eligible countries
- The Typical Scholarship Holder
- works either for a public authority or a state or private company in a developing country and, as such, is 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 (normally four years) in a related subject.
- has completed an academic degree with far above average results (upper third) and at least two years of related professional experience after the first degree (bachelor) at the time of application.
- His/her academic degrees should normally not be more than six years old.
- Relevant university degree meeting the selected course's requirements
- Work experience: 2 years
- Proof of language proficiency required by the selected course and DAAD call.
- Graduates with at least two years' professional experience from the following countries: list of eligible countries; The Typical Scholarship Holder; works either for a public authority or a state or private company in a developing country and, as such, is 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 (normally four years) in a related subject.; has completed an academic degree with far above average results (upper third) and at least two years of related professional experience after the first degree (bachelor) at the time of application.; His/her academic degrees should normally not be more than six years old. Selection criteria: Candidates fulfil the necessary academic requirements and can be expected to successfully complete a study programme in Germany (above-average result for first academic exam – top performance third, language skills); Candidates have a Bachelor degree (usually a four-year course) in an appropriate subject; Candidates have at least two years' professional experience; Candidates can prove their motivation is development-related and be expected to take on social responsibility and initiate and support processes of change in their personal and professional environment after their training/scholarship
“Well-trained local experts, who are networked with international partners, play an important part in the sustainable development of their countries.”
Selection criteria
- Candidates fulfil the necessary academic requirements and can be expected to successfully complete a study programme in Germany (above-average result for first academic exam – top performance third, language skills)
- Candidates have a Bachelor degree (usually a four-year course) in an appropriate subject
- Candidates have at least two years' professional experience
- Candidates can prove their motivation is development-related and be expected to take on social responsibility and initiate and support processes of change in their personal and professional environment after their training/scholarship
Should you apply?
It suits Master's or Postgraduate applicants working in Medicine & Health. The decisive requirement, in German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)'s words, is: "Well-trained local experts, who are networked with international partners, play an important part in the sustainable development of their countries." Expect to prepare 6 documents (listed below).
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: Master's or Postgraduate.
- Study area: Medicine & Health.
- Prior degree / academic background: Relevant university degree meeting the selected course's requirements.
- Work experience: 2 years.
- English-language requirement: Proof of language proficiency required by the selected course and DAAD call..
- Funding package: fully funded.
- Study destination: Germany.
Review carefully if
- Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
- Applicants without the stated work experience may not be eligible.
- Applicants who cannot meet the stated language requirement should review the official waiver/rule carefully.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Required documents
- A curriculum vitae in reverse chronological order without any unexplained gaps (please use the europass template including exact information about your studies, and on practical experience
- One Letter of Motivation with detailed reference to academic, professional and personal reasons for applying for the programme.IMPORTANT: When applying for more than one postgraduate course (maximum 3 courses), please also give detailed reasons for your choice of courses and prioritisation in the letter of motivation. Please submit a uniform letter of motivation to all postgraduate degree programmes of your choice.
- Letter of recommendation from your current employer; the letter must include official letterhead, signature and official stamp and must be of current date (not in a sealed envelope)
- Recent proof of Language Skills: o English – IELTS or TOEFL (Note: The institutional TOEFL is not accepted) o German – required for courses taught in German
- Copies of your higher education degree certificates. Please provide a certified translation if the original is not in German or English, and make sure these are clearly legible.
- Copy of your full set of transcript of records. Please provide an explanation of the grading system if this is not part of the transcript.
Application process
- Select an EPOS-listed postgraduate course
- Submit the required application package to the destination specified in the call
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Review the official application page for the complete list of required documents.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
- Submit before the verified application timing shown in the Key dates section.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Is DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) fully funded?
Yes. The verified funding record classifies it as fully funded.
Am I eligible for DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS)?
In German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)'s own words: "Well-trained local experts, who are networked with international partners, play an important part in the sustainable development of their countries."
Is this for Master's, PhD or postdoctoral applicants?
It is for Master's or Postgraduate level applicants at German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) in Germany.
Is an English test required?
Proof of language proficiency required by the selected course and DAAD call.
Is DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) still open?
No. The most recent round has closed (deadline 28 February 2026). This award has run before; check the official page for the next round.
How do I apply?
Apply according to the instructions and deadline of the selected EPOS postgraduate course, using the DAAD/course application route specified in the call.
Do I need a separate scholarship application?
Yes, a separate scholarship application is required in addition to admission.
What do I need to submit?
The official page lists 6 items: A curriculum vitae in reverse chronological order without any unexplained gaps (please use the europass template including exact information about your studies, and on practical experience, One Letter of Motivation with detailed reference to academic, professional and personal reasons for applying for the programme.IMPORTANT: When applying for more than one postgraduate course (maximum 3 courses), please also give detailed reasons for your choice of courses and prioritisation in the letter of motivation. Please submit a uniform letter of motivation to all postgraduate degree programmes of your choice, Letter of recommendation from your current employer; the letter must include official letterhead, signature and official stamp and must be of current date (not in a sealed envelope), Recent proof of Language Skills: o English – IELTS or TOEFL (Note: The institutional TOEFL is not accepted) o German – required for courses taught in German, Copies of your higher education degree certificates. Please provide a certified translation if the original is not in German or English, and make sure these are clearly legible, Copy of your full set of transcript of records. Please provide an explanation of the grading system if this is not part of the transcript.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)'s official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
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Official sources last checked: 29 Sep 2026 · Verified Sep 29, 2026
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