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Here you can find information on various kinds of DAAD funding opportunities for students, graduates and postdocs as well as answers to your questions on study and research in Germany.

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Information on the Coronavirus

The DAAD continues to follow the developments on the coronavirus and adapts its activities flexibly to changing situations. Click here for regular updates.

Funding Programmes

Study at an African German Center of Excellence in Africa

The DAAD supports international partnerships through a number of schemes and funding programmes that aim to foster cooperation among higher education institutions.

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Info Sessions

We offer info sessions on study and research in Germany and DAAD scholarships! Check out upcoming info sessions and recordings of completed sessions here!

Master, PhD and Postdoc

Major DAAD Scholarships

Looking for a scholarship? Don't know where to start? We have got you covered! Here you will find a summary of all of our major scholarships on offer for South Africans and Sub-Saharan Africans!

Alexander von Humboldt Foundation

The Alexander von Humboldt Foundation grants up to 60 German Chancellor Fellowships every year to prospective leaders from Brazil, China, India, Russia, South Africa and the USA – irrespective of their field of work. Together with a German host and mentor of their choice, fellows conduct a socially-relevant project they have developed independently.

Research in Engineering Sciences

Helmut & Babs Amos Scholarship

The Helmut & Babs Amos Scholarship, funded by the DAAD-Stiftung, is awarded to South African students and researchers at excellent universities in South African universities to support research undertaken as part of a doctoral project or final master's thesis in the engineering sciences or applied natural sciences related to the engineering sciences.

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International Cooperation

Funding for Higher Education Institutions

The DAAD and other funding organisations in Germany have exciting funding opportunities available for higher education institutions. These funding schemes support international cooperation between higher education institutions as a general rule.

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Scholarship Holders

Alumni Services

In the eyes of the DAAD, the end of a funding period marks the beginning of a long-standing relationship with us. We aim to stay in touch with our alumni as well as help you get to know one another through a serious of programmes and activities. We also support you in setting up regional DAAD alumni clubs and other forms of networking opportunities.

FAQ

Quick Question

Don't know how to go about finding a supervisor in Germany? Looking for more information on different higher education institutions in Germany? Here we answer short, frequently asked questions about study and research in Germany and DAAD funding opportunities.

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Scholarship Database

Here you can find information on various kinds of DAAD funding for students, graduates and postdocs as well as funding offered by other selected organisations.

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Announcements of German Universities

21 International Master & PhD Programs

21 International Master & PhD Programs at RPTU University of Kaiserslautern-Landau Application Deadline: Apr 30 & Oct 31

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Study History and Economics in Bavaria

Interested in an interdisciplinary Master's program in History and Economics taught entirely in English? Apply now and study at Germany's "Gamechanger Campus."

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MBA Sustainable Mobility Management in Berlin

Our Sustainable Mobility Management MBA will boost your career and give you the skills to expand your expertise to develop innovative, sustainable transport solutions!

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Hands-on Master’s programs at Hof University Graduate School

You hold a Bachelor and already gained some work experience? Kick-start your career with our exciting hands-on M.B.A. and M.Eng. programs. All programs comprise an internship – a great opportunity to ...

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Truly international – Study at ESB Business School!

Do you want to study in the heart of Germany, Europe’s strongest and most dynamic economy? Come to ESB Business School at Reutlingen University!

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Study in Berlin - MBA & International Master’s Programmes

Our internationally recognized MBA & Master’s programmes will provide you with the knowledge and tools to conduct business in the global market.

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Kick-start your future career in Financial Management at Coburg Univer...

If you are interested in management and finance our premium MBA program Financial Management could be just right for you! The program features an optional Dual Degree from USC Australia and a Bloomber...

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Technology Management - our English-language university MBA program

NIT Northern Institute of Technology Management, the Business School at the TUHH Hamburg University of Technology. Your chance to make two masters in one year.

Announcements of German Universities

14th Research Opportunities Week (ROW) for Postdocs at TU Munich

Join the ROW to learn more about TUM, the German academic system, and career opportunities for postdocs. You get the chance to meet TUM professors, attend workshops, and get to know Munich!

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Food Quality and Safety (M.Sc.)

Your master’s degree for a better world! Be a part of our international master’s programme at the Faculty of Life Sciences: Food, Nutrition and Health and apply now!

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The Esslingen MBA: Your Key to Success

Join our international master’s programmes for STEM graduates. Hands-on learning, innovative case studies and company visits make our programmes competitive and career-building.

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Information on the Coronavirus

Study at an African German Center of Excellence in Africa

Info Sessions

Major DAAD Scholarships

German Chancellor Fellowship

Helmut & Babs Amos Scholarship

Funding for Higher Education Institutions

Alumni Services

Quick Question

Scholarship Database

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21 International Master & PhD Programs

Study History and Economics in Bavaria

MBA Sustainable Mobility Management in Berlin

Hands-on Master’s programs at Hof University Graduate School

Truly international – Study at ESB Business School!

Study in Berlin - MBA & International Master’s Programmes

Kick-start your future career in Financial Management at Coburg Univer...

Technology Management - our English-language university MBA program

14th Research Opportunities Week (ROW) for Postdocs at TU Munich

Food Quality and Safety (M.Sc.)

The Esslingen MBA: Your Key to Success

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