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DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2027 in Germany | Fully Funded

DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2027 supports selected professionals from the Global South to pursue development-related postgraduate study; the DAAD EPOS Scholarship enables candidates to apply for the MSc Development Economics at the University of Göttingen. The first sentence contains the focus keyword and explains the scholarship purpose and target audience.

The scholarship is offered under the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) EPOS scheme and the MSc Development Economics at the University of Göttingen is one of the eligible programmes. The page provides application, eligibility and timeline details for prospective applicants.

DAAD EPOS Scholarship Benefits

  • The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) with its DAAD EPOS scholarship scheme offers individual scholarships to rigorously selected students from the Global South to study development-related postgraduate courses at selected universities in Germany.
  • The master programme Development Economics at the University of Göttingen is one of these programmes.
  • The DAAD EPOS scholarship offers six to seven scholarships each year to students from countries of the Global South.

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DAAD EPOS Scholarship Eligibility Criteria

  • You must fulfil all the general programme requirements for the MSc Development Economics, as outlined here.
  • Additionally, you must meet all eligibility criteria required by the DAAD, as outlined on the corresponding DAAD website.
  • You need the required application documents for the programme with the EPOS scholarship.

How to Apply for DAAD EPOS Scholarship

  • Please note that as an EPOS scholarship holder, you can only start the programme in the winter term (October) of each year, and applications are only possible from October 1st through November 15th of each year.
  • Create an account with your email address and preferred password on the Application Portal, which will open only during the application period and can be accessed on the Information on the Application and Admission Procedures webpage under “Application Form.” Enter the verification code that is sent to your email account. Make sure to keep your login data.
  • Once you have access to the Application Portal, complete your application profile with the required information. You complete the profile once, and it applies to all applications.
  • On the homepage choose ‘Regular Procedure’ which directs you to a list of available programmes. Find ‘Development Economics with DAAD EPOS SCHOLARSHIP’ and click ‘Start Application’ to begin.
  • The application is a three-step process: acquired skills, further declarations and documents. Fill in all requested information accurately and completely before proceeding to the next step.
  • In the final step, upload the required documents (programme and DAAD documents). Once all documents have been uploaded, click ‘Submit Application’. A successful submission is confirmed once the ‘Start Application’ button changes to ‘Application Submitted’ on the course list page.
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Applications close on Sunday, 15 November 2026. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are the most frequently asked questions about the DAAD EPOS Scholarship. These answers summarize eligibility, application period, selection process, required documents, and contact information based on the University of Göttingen information.

Who is eligible for the DAAD EPOS Scholarship for MSc Development Economics?

Eligibility requires meeting all general programme requirements for the MSc Development Economics at the University of Göttingen, fulfilling the DAAD-specific eligibility criteria (as listed on the DAAD website), and submitting the required application documents for the EPOS scholarship. Exact details and document lists are provided on the university’s required documents page.

When can I apply for the EPOS scholarship and the MSc Development Economics programme?

Applications are only possible from October 1st through November 15th each year. The programme can only be started in the winter term (October). All applications must reach the University of Göttingen by November 15; late applications will be rejected.

How many EPOS scholarships are available for this programme?

The University of Göttingen can offer six to seven DAAD EPOS scholarships each year to students from countries of the Global South for the MSc Development Economics programme.

How do I submit my application online?

You must create an account on the Application Portal during the application period, complete your application profile, choose ‘Regular Procedure’, find ‘Development Economics with DAAD EPOS SCHOLARSHIP’ and start the application. Complete the three-step process and upload all required programme and DAAD documents before submitting.

What documents are required for the EPOS application?

Applicants need the programme’s required documents and the documents required by the DAAD. The university page links to a ‘Required application documents (EPOS)’ page and an application guide PDF that detail the exact documents to be uploaded in the Application Portal.

Will there be interviews as part of the selection process?

Yes. Once the selection process is complete, shortlisted candidates will be invited to a virtual interview (approximately 15 minutes). Interviews and further selection steps take place between January and March after the application period.

When will I receive the application decision?

You will receive an email with your application decision in mid-March. The timeline indicates online interviews and letters of admission/rejection are sent out between January and March.

Can I start the programme outside the winter term if I receive the scholarship?

No. As an EPOS scholarship holder, you can only start the programme in the winter term in October. The timeline specifies an intensive German language course in August-September followed by programme start in October.

What happens if I submit an incomplete application or miss the deadline?

The university cannot consider incomplete applications or those sent after the deadline. All late applications will be rejected regardless of the reasons for their tardiness.

Who can I contact for further questions about the EPOS application?

For questions beyond the provided information, contact Ann-Charline Weber, EPOS Study Coordinator, Chair of Development Economics/Centre for Modern Indian Studies (CeMIS) via email at epos-devecon@uni-goettingen.de.


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