The External Academic Relations office is pleased to announce the funded DAAD EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) scholarships at Freie Universität Berlin in Germany. These scholarships support professionals from developing countries who seek to pursue a Master’s degree in development-related fields.
Benefits
The scholarship covers:
Full tuition fees
Monthly stipend (€992 for Master’s, €1,300 for PhD)
Health, accident, and liability insurance
Travel allowance
Optional support for rent and accompanying family members (where applicable)
Scholarship Courses
Agriculture & Forestry
Development Cooperation
Economics and Business
Engineering Sciences
Law, Media & Education
Natural & Environmental Sciences
Natural Sciences
Public Health & Medicine
Regional & Urban Planning
Requirements
Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (usually four years) in a relevant subject.
A minimum of two years of professional experience is required.
Applicants must show clear motivation to contribute to development goals in their home countries after completing the program.
Selection Process
Selection criteria:
Strong academic performance (typically in the top third of class)
Relevant professional experience
Development-related motivation and potential for social impact
Language proficiency (English or German depending on the program; most are in English)
Birzeit University is committed to promoting gender equality. Girls/Women are highly encouraged to apply.
Application Documents
Completed DAAD application form
Motivation letter (development-focused)
Europass CV
Recommendation letters
Proof of professional experience (minimum 2 years)
Degree certificates and academic transcripts
Proof of language proficiency (usually IELTS or TOEFL)
Method of Application
Visit the official EPOS scholarship list and explore the available programs: DAAD EPOS Programs 2026/2027: DAAD – International Programmes – Homepage
Choose your desired program and go to the official website of that program or university (usually linked on the DAAD page).
Each program has its own application portal and instructions.
Apply directly to the program/university, following their specific steps.
Make sure to mention in your application that you are applying for the DAAD EPOS scholarship.
Prepare the required documents, including
Submit your application directly to the university before its stated deadline (deadlines vary from August 2025 to March 2026, depending on the program).
Forward the confirmation email of your application submission to: external.relations@birzeit.edu
For More Information,
Visit the Official Webpage
Application Deadline: March 15, 2026.
