DAAD EPOS Scholarship – About
The DAAD EPOS Scholarship is for students and professionals from developing countries. It helps them study in Germany for a Master’s or sometimes a PhD. This scholarship is for people who want to learn new skills and help their country after graduation. You need at least two years of work experience. The scholarship gives money for living, insurance, and travel. You can study many subjects at German universities. It also encourages students to work for society and make positive changes in their communities. The application must be complete and in English or German. This is a great chance to study abroad and grow professionally while getting support from DAAD.
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Details
- Host Country: Germany
- Host University: State or state-recognised German universities
- Scholarship Name: DAAD EPOS Scholarship
- Study Levels: Master’s, Doctorate (PhD)
- Gender: Both male and female
- English Language Requirement: Yes, IELTS or TOEFL
- Application Deadline: Check chosen study programme website
- Scholarship Type: Full funding
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Eligible Levels
- Short list of study duration:
- Master’s: 12–24 months
- Doctorate (PhD): 36–42 months
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Eligible Fields
Bachelor Level
- Not applicable, only postgraduate
Master Level
- Development studies
- Engineering
- Economics
- Environmental studies
- Health and medicine
Doctorate Level
- Development studies
- Engineering
- Economics
- Environmental studies
- Health and medicine
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Benefits
- Monthly living allowance
- Travel costs
- Health and accident insurance
- Rent subsidy in some cases
- Family support allowance in some cases
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Not Covered
- Tuition fees already paid by another source
- Personal expenses not included in allowance
- Extra travel for family unless approved
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Eligible Candidates
- Graduates with a Bachelor degree
- Minimum two years of work experience
- Motivation to support development in home country
- Good academic results
- Language skills in English or German
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Not Eligible
- Less than two years work experience
- Applicants without Bachelor degree
- Students without motivation to work for development
- Incomplete applications
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Required Documents
- Completed EPOS application form
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Recommendation letter from employer
- Employment certificates (at least 2 years)
- Language certificates (IELTS or TOEFL)
- Degree certificates and transcripts
- APS certificate for Chinese applicants
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – Living Costs in Germany
| Item | Cost per Month (Euro) |
|---|---|
| Rent | 250–400 |
| Food | 200–300 |
| Transport | 80–120 |
| Health insurance | 100–120 |
| Personal expenses | 100–150 |
DAAD EPOS Scholarship – How to Apply
- Choose up to three postgraduate courses in Germany
- Prepare all required documents
- Send complete application directly to chosen courses
- Wait for selection committee suggestion
- If suggested, upload documents to DAAD Portal
- Final selection and notification by DAAD
For more information, visit the DaaD scholarship official website
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