Heidelberg University offers the DAAD EPOS scholarship for its Master of Science in International Health, commencing September 2027. Eligible applicants must be from qualifying developing and emerging countries and have at least B2 English proficiency.
Application Deadline
30th November 2026
Tell Me About The Award
The DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) Scholarship is a fully funded programme sponsored by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD). It supports professionals from developing and newly industrialised countries who wish to pursue development-related Master’s or, in exceptional cases, doctoral studies in Germany.
The programme aims to train highly qualified specialists who will contribute to sustainable development in their home countries after graduation.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Eligible programmes are offered in development-related fields including
Economics and Business Administration
Development Cooperation
Political Economics
Engineering and Technology
Sustainable Energy
Renewable Energy
Geography and Environmental Studies
Urban and Regional Planning
Agriculture and Forestry
Environmental Sciences
Water Resources Management
Public Health
International Health
Education Management
Social Sciences
Natural Sciences
Only programmes listed in the official EPOS course catalogue are eligible.
Eligible EPOS Courses and Universities (2027/2028 Intake)
FieldProgrammeUniversity
Economics / BusinessMSc Development EconomicsUniversity of Göttingen
Economics / BusinessSmall Enterprise Promotion and Training (SEPT) MBALeipzig University
Development CooperationDevelopment ManagementRuhr University Bochum
Development Cooperation / EnvironmentGeography of Environmental Risks and Human SecurityUniversity of Bonn & United Nations University
EngineeringHydro Science and EngineeringTU Dresden
EngineeringTextile Machinery and High Performance Material TechnologyTU Dresden
Engineering / EnergySustainable Energy and Development (SEDev)University of Flensburg
Engineering / Renewable EnergySustainable Renewable Energy Technologies (SuRE)University of Oldenburg Engineering / GeoinformaticsPhotogrammetry and GeoinformaticsStuttgart University of Applied Sciences (HfT Stuttgart) Engineering / Structural EngineeringNatural Hazards and Risks in Structural Engineering (NHRE)Bauhaus University Weimar
Urban PlanningUrban Management (UM)Technical University of Berlin
Urban PlanningIntegrated Urbanism and Sustainable Design (IUSD)University of Stuttgart & Ain Shams University
Agriculture / ForestryTropical ForestryTU Dresden
AgricultureAgricultural Economics (AgEcon)University of Hohenheim
Environmental SciencesMarine Biology (ISATEC)University of Bremen
Environmental SciencesTropical Hydrogeology and Environmental Engineering (TropHEE)TU Darmstadt
Environmental SciencesEnvironmental Governance (MEG)University of Freiburg
Environmental SciencesLandscape Ecology and Nature Conservation (LENC)University of Greifswald Natural ResourcesNatural Resources Management and Development (NRM) / Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) / Renewable Energy Management (REM)TH Köln Water ResourcesIntegrated Water Resources Management (IWRM-MENA)TH Köln & German Jordanian University EnvironmentEnvironment and Resources Management (ENREM) Focus Latin AmericaTH Köln & Universidad de San Luis Potosí Public HealthMaster of Science in International HealthCharité Berlin, Freie Universität Berlin & Humboldt University Berlin
Public HealthMaster of Science in International HealthHeidelberg University
Public HealthGlobal HealthUniversity of Bonn
EducationInternational Education Management (INEMA)PH Ludwigsburg & Helwan University Cairo
Type
Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship and, in exceptional cases, PhD Scholarship.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must
Be nationals of an eligible developing or newly industrialised country.
Hold a Bachelor’s degree (normally a four-year degree) in a relevant subject.
Have at least two years of professional work experience after graduation.
Demonstrate strong academic achievement.
Show commitment to development-related issues and future leadership potential.
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on
Academic excellence.
Relevance of previous studies.
Professional experience of at least two years.
Leadership potential.
Development-oriented motivation.
Likelihood of contributing to social and economic development after returning home.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Applicants must come from countries on the official DAAD EPOS eligible-country list, which primarily includes developing and newly industrialised countries across:
Africa
Asia
Latin America
Middle East
Eastern Europe and other DAC-listed countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
Germany, at participating state or state-recognised German universities offering approved EPOS programmes.
How Many Awards?
The number of scholarships awarded annually is not specified by DAAD.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
For Master’s students
€992 monthly stipend
For doctoral candidates
€1,300 monthly stipend (increasing to €1,400 from February 2026)
Additional benefits include
Health insurance coverage
Accident insurance coverage
Personal liability insurance
Travel allowance
Possible monthly rent subsidy
Possible family allowance for accompanying dependants
How Long Will the Award Last?
Funding duration depends on the selected programme and generally ranges from
12 to 42 months
How to Apply
Select an eligible EPOS programme from the official course list.
Check the specific admission and scholarship requirements of the chosen programme.
Prepare academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, employment certificates and any required language certificates.
Apply directly to the university offering the EPOS programme.
Submit all scholarship documents according to the programme’s instructions and deadline.
Visit the Application Webpage for Details