2026 DAAD EPOS Scholarship at Freie Universität Berlin

2026 DAAD EPOS Scholarship at Freie Universität Berlin

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 Free University of Berlin DAAD EPOS Scholarships support professionals from developing countries who seek to pursue a Master’s degree in development-related fields.

Summary of the 2026 DAAD EPOS Scholarship at Freie Universität Berlin

• Type: Masters, PhD Scholarships
• Country: Germany
• Duration of the funding: 12 to 42 months (dependent on study program)
• School to study: Freie Universität Berlin
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Scholarship Perks: Full Scholarship, €15,600 Stipend/Yr, Travel Allowance, Health Insurance
• Deadline: Varies by Program

Available Courses 

Applicants can choose from several development-oriented Master’s programs offered in English at Freie Universität Berlin and its partner institutions, including:

• Economics & Business – MIDE (HTW Berlin), Development Economics (Göttingen)
• Development Cooperation – Development Management (Ruhr University Bochum)
• Engineering & Related Sciences – Hydro Science (TU Dresden), WASTE (Stuttgart), SEDev (Flensburg)
• Regional & Urban Planning – Urban Management (TU Berlin), SPRING (Dortmund)
• Agriculture & Forestry – AgEcon (Hohenheim), Tropical Forestry (TU Dresden)
• Natural & Environmental Sciences – ISATEC (Bremen), Environmental Governance (Freiburg)
• Public Health & Medicine – MSc in International Health (Charité Berlin), Global Urban Health (Freiburg)
• Law, Media & Education – MIPLC (Munich), International Media Studies (DW Akademie)

Requirements for the 2026 DAAD EPOS Scholarship at Freie Universität Berlin

To be considered for the Free University of Berlin DAAD Scholarship, you must:

• hold a Bachelor’s degree (usually four years) in a relevant subject.
• have a minimum of two years of professional experience.
• show clear motivation to contribute to development goals in their home countries after completing the program.

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)

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)

Method of Application for the 2026 DAAD EPOS Scholarship at Freie Universität Berlin

To apply for the Free University of Berlin DAAD EPOS Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;

• 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:
  • 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)
• Submit your application directly to the university before its stated deadline (deadlines vary from August 2025 to March 2026, depending on the program).

Apply Here for the 2026 DAAD EPOS Scholarship at Freie Universität Berlin