Germany invites international scholars on fully funded DAAD scholarships for masters program every year. The students apply through DAAD Helmut-Schmidt programme which mainly includes Public Policy and Good Governance programs.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship provides the following benefits to the selected candidates.
- Tuition fee exemption.
- Monthly stipend of 934 €.
- Health insurance.
- Research and study allowance.
- Travelling allowance.
- Accommodation allowance.
- Attend German language course for 6 months.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for the scholarship are mentioned below.
- The applicant must have a bachelor’s degree / diploma along with the academic transcripts.
- relevant working experience or internships in social or political sectors.
- The candidate must be able to show a strong commitment to engage in social and economic development in home country after scholarship tenure.
- Leadership experience or community work can provide selection advantage to the candidates.
- English language proficiency certificate or test certificate like IELTS or TOEFL.
- ID card / Passport.
How to Apply
Follow the steps below to apply for the program.
- Open the official DAAD website and find the participating universities in Helmut-Schmidt program.
- Open the universities’ websites and find the program offered in the scholarship.
- Apply to the university directly and mention that you intend to apply under DAAD Helmut Schmidt program.
- Then fill in the DAAD application form available on the website.
- The candidates can apply in two programs at the same or different universities. Arrange your priority on the form.
Documents Required
The following documents must be uploaded.
- ID Card or Passport.
- English language or German language proof.
- A detailed CV.
- Motivation Letter.
- Reference letters.
- Work experience.
Deadline
The application portal will open from 1st June and ends on 31st July 2023.