Study & Research in Germany

You’d like to study in Germany? A great idea! We look forward to welcoming you! You’re not yet sure which university to apply to? You’re interested in doing a PhD and are looking for an appropriate programme? Are you wondering how to finance your stay, or how foreign students live in Germany and how they’re supervised? We’re happy to help!

International Experiences

My Time Abroad

The DAAD is all about international mobility! Here you may read personal accounts from DAAD South Africa partners, DAAD alumni members, DAAD scholarship holders and friends of the DAAD Information Centre Johannesburg!

Master, PhD and Postdoc

DAAD Scholarships in Germany

There are exciting study, research and funding opportunities available for South Africans and Sub-Saharan Africans in Germany! DAAD scholarships in Germany are awarded from Master level.

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German Language Skills

Learning German

Learning German is worthwhile. Find out where and how you can improve your German.

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View into the World

Getting to Know Germany

Germany is an ideal destination for study and research. It offers world-class higher education, bustling cities, a beautifully diverse landscape, and it welcomes people from all over the world.

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Study Stay

Studying in Germany

Germany has many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. But with so many to choose from, it's not always easy to navigate your way through the university landscape. We are here to help.

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Making Preparations

Eight steps to Germany

Germany is one of the most attractive locations for EU and international students worldwide. There are many different kinds of universities, all of which offer excellent quality. We help you to navigate your way through the university landscape in eight short steps.

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Completing a PhD and Researching

PhD and Research in Germany

Germany offers excellent research opportunities for EU/international PhD students and researchers.

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Find Funding Programmes

University Cooperation

German universities, as is the case all over the world, have broad networks of international partners. Through cooperation programmes among higher education institutions, DAAD supports German universities in expanding these networks.

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German University Landscape

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Info Portal

Higher Education Compass ("Hochschulkompass")

At the information portal of the German Rectors' Conference (HRK) German universities publish daily information about their study and doctoral programmes as well as their international cooperation.

More at hochschulkompass.de

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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."

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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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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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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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.

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