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DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Programme — Master's Scholarships for Development Professionals
Fully funded Master's in Germany — open to professionals from developing countries
Annual Value
EUR 18000
Monthly Stipend
€934
Awards
120
Deadline
24 Jun 2026
About This Opportunity
The Helmut-Schmidt Programme (Public Policy and Good Governance) funds highly qualified graduates from developing countries to pursue a Master's degree at selected German universities.
The scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly stipend, travel allowance, health insurance, and German language course prior to studies.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Bachelor's degree (minimum grade equivalent to German grade 2.5)
- Minimum 2 years of professional work experience after graduation
- Working knowledge of German or English (B2 level)
- Citizenship of a qualifying developing country
- Aged 36 or under at time of application
Benefits & Coverage
- Full tuition waiver at German university
- Monthly stipend of €934
- Travel allowance to/from Germany
- Health, accident and personal liability insurance
- Preparatory German language course (if needed)
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the DAAD online portal. GlobalGigz can assist you in preparing your application documents. Click Apply Now to start the guided process.
Required Documents
- Cv
- Transcript
- DegreeCertificate
- Sop
- RecommendationLetter
- LanguageTest
- Passport