Heidelberg University offers the DAAD EPOS scholarship for its Master of Science in International Health, commencing September 2027. Eligible applicants must be from qualifying developing and emerging countries and have at least B2 English proficiency.
Application Deadline:
30th November 2026
Tell Me About The Award:
The DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) Scholarship is a fully funded programme sponsored by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). It supports professionals from developing and newly industrialised countries who wish to pursue development-related Master’s or, in exceptional cases, doctoral studies in Germany.
The programme aims to train highly qualified specialists who will contribute to sustainable development in their home countries after graduation.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Eligible programmes are offered in development-related fields including:
- Economics and Business Administration
- Development Cooperation
- Political Economics
- Engineering and Technology
- Sustainable Energy
- Renewable Energy
- Geography and Environmental Studies
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Agriculture and Forestry
- Environmental Sciences
- Water Resources Management
- Public Health
- International Health
- Education Management
- Social Sciences
- Natural Sciences
Only programmes listed in the official EPOS course catalogue are eligible.
Eligible EPOS Courses and Universities (2027/2028 Intake)
| Field | Programme | University |
|---|---|---|
| Economics / Business | MSc Development Economics | University of Göttingen |
| Economics / Business | Small Enterprise Promotion and Training (SEPT) MBA | Leipzig University |
| Development Cooperation | Development Management | Ruhr University Bochum |
| Development Cooperation / Environment | Geography of Environmental Risks and Human Security | University of Bonn & United Nations University |
| Engineering | Hydro Science and Engineering | TU Dresden |
| Engineering | Textile Machinery and High Performance Material Technology | TU Dresden |
| Engineering / Energy | Sustainable Energy and Development (SEDev) | University of Flensburg |
| Engineering / Renewable Energy | Sustainable Renewable Energy Technologies (SuRE) | University of Oldenburg |
| Engineering / Geoinformatics | Photogrammetry and Geoinformatics | Stuttgart University of Applied Sciences (HfT Stuttgart) |
| Engineering / Structural Engineering | Natural Hazards and Risks in Structural Engineering (NHRE) | Bauhaus University Weimar |
| Urban Planning | Urban Management (UM) | Technical University of Berlin |
| Urban Planning | Integrated Urbanism and Sustainable Design (IUSD) | University of Stuttgart & Ain Shams University |
| Agriculture / Forestry | Tropical Forestry | TU Dresden |
| Agriculture | Agricultural Economics (AgEcon) | University of Hohenheim |
| Environmental Sciences | Marine Biology (ISATEC) | University of Bremen |
| Environmental Sciences | Tropical Hydrogeology and Environmental Engineering (TropHEE) | TU Darmstadt |
| Environmental Sciences | Environmental Governance (MEG) | University of Freiburg |
| Environmental Sciences | Landscape Ecology and Nature Conservation (LENC) | University of Greifswald |
| Natural Resources | Natural Resources Management and Development (NRM) / Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) / Renewable Energy Management (REM) | TH Köln |
| Water Resources | Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM-MENA) | TH Köln & German Jordanian University |
| Environment | Environment and Resources Management (ENREM) Focus Latin America | TH Köln & Universidad de San Luis Potosà |
| Public Health | Master of Science in International Health | Charité Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin & Humboldt University Berlin |
| Public Health | Master of Science in International Health | Heidelberg University |
| Public Health | Global Health | University of Bonn |
| Education | International Education Management (INEMA) | PH Ludwigsburg & Helwan University Cairo |
Type:
Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship and, in exceptional cases, PhD Scholarship.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be nationals of an eligible developing or newly industrialised country.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (normally a four-year degree) in a relevant subject.
- Have at least two years of professional work experience after graduation.
- Demonstrate strong academic achievement.
- Show commitment to development-related issues and future leadership potential.
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Academic excellence.
- Relevance of previous studies.
- Professional experience of at least two years.
- Leadership potential.
- Development-oriented motivation.
- Likelihood of contributing to social and economic development after returning home.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Applicants must come from countries on the official DAAD EPOS eligible-country list, which primarily includes developing and newly industrialised countries across:
- Africa
- Asia
- Latin America
- Middle East
- Eastern Europe and other DAC-listed countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
Germany, at participating state or state-recognised German universities offering approved EPOS programmes.
How Many Awards?
The number of scholarships awarded annually is not specified by DAAD.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
For Master’s students:
- €992 monthly stipend
For doctoral candidates:
- €1,300 monthly stipend (increasing to €1,400 from February 2026)
Additional benefits include:
- Health insurance coverage
- Accident insurance coverage
- Personal liability insurance
- Travel allowance
- Possible monthly rent subsidy
- Possible family allowance for accompanying dependants
How Long Will the Award Last?
Funding duration depends on the selected programme and generally ranges from:
- 12 to 42 months
How to Apply:
- Select an eligible EPOS programme from the official course list.
- Check the specific admission and scholarship requirements of the chosen programme.
- Prepare academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, employment certificates and any required language certificates.
- Apply directly to the university offering the EPOS programme.
- Submit all scholarship documents according to the programme’s instructions and deadline.
