2026/2027 DAAD HAW International Postgraduate Scholarships in Germany (Universities of Applied Sciences) – Fully Funded

Location: Germany

Program: Postgraduate – PhD

Eligibility: International Students

Duration: 1 years

Deadline: No fixed Deadline

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The 2026/2027 DAAD HAW International Postgraduate Scholarships in Germany present a valuable opportunity for international students to pursue advanced studies at German Universities of Applied Sciences (HAWs). Funded by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), this program aims to strengthen the practical and research-oriented education offered by HAWs while promoting international collaboration. It is designed for graduates from developing and emerging countries who wish to deepen their academic and professional expertise in applied sciences, technology, engineering, business, social sciences, or design.

Beyond providing financial support, the DAAD HAW International Scholarship fosters innovation and cross-cultural learning by connecting talented students with Germany’s leading practice-based institutions. Recipients benefit from high-quality education, hands-on experience, and access to advanced research facilities, all within an internationally diverse academic environment. The scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly stipends, travel allowances, and health insurance—ensuring that scholars can focus entirely on their studies and professional growth during their time in Germany.

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Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:

Monthly allowance: Approximately €934 per month for living expenses.
Travel allowance: Covers the cost of international flights to and from Germany
Health, accident, and personal liability insurance: Full coverage throughout the study period
A monthly flat rate for research and conference costs of 102 euros
Tuition fees coverage
Accommodation
Grant for a language course: Free preparatory language training before the start of the program.
Grants for travel in the host country
Family allowance: Financial support for scholars accompanied by family members
Academic support

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:

Obtain a doctorate at a German university of applied sciences with the right to award doctorates.
To complete a cooperative doctorate, provided that the cooperation between the HAW and a German university with the right to award doctorates takes place.
You can also apply if you are not a German citizen.
You are enrolled in a course of study at a German university with the aim of obtaining a degree from the German university.
You are doing your doctorate at a German university.
Please note that doctoral scholarship holders of the organizations that promote gifted students cannot apply for DAAD funding, as these institutions can support stays abroad with benefits comparable to those of the DAAD scholarship.

Note: kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements

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Selection Criteria

The academic or artistic qualification , measured by academic performance, course of study, and language skills, if applicable
The quality of the project , measured against the study or research plan
Potential of the applicant: motivation, perspectives (significance of the stay abroad for further development) and extracurricular commitment