DAAD scholarships for masters students in public policy and good governance are underway and interested international students are advised to start submitting their applications and necessary documents for consideration. Kindly read this article to the end to understand all you need to know about DAAD Master’s scholarships and how to go about the application process.
Brief DAAD Scholarships for Masters Students in Public Policy and Good Governance Description
The DAAD Scholarships for Master students in Public Policy and Good Governance degree program offers graduates from underdeveloped and developing countries the opportunity to obtain a master’s degree in fields that are of special and significant relevance for the social, economic, and political development of their home country. Recipients of this scholarship will study at any German institution of higher education.
Host Platform
The scholarship opportunities are awarded for a good number of Master courses at any eligible German institution
Eligible Study Level/Field
The scholarship opportunities are awarded for a good number of master courses at any of the German institutions of tertiary education listed below:
- Hertie School of Governance
- Berlin: Master of Public Policy (MPP)
- University of Duisburg-Essen:
- MA Development and Governance
- University of Erfurt: Master of Public Policy (MPP)
- Willy Brandt School of Public Policy
- Leuphana University of Lüneburg:
- Public Economics, Law and Politics (PELP)
- Hochschule Osnabrück:
- Management in Non-Profit Organisations
- University of Osnabrück:
- Master of Democratic Governance and Civil Society
- University of Passau
- Master of Governance and Public Policy
- University of Potsdam
- Master of Public Management (MPM)
The courses selected have an international orientation and are taught in German and/or English.
Eligible Group
The scholarship opportunity is open to candidates from Africa, North/Central America, Latin America, South Asia, and Southeast Asia including countries in the Middle East.
DAAD Scholarships for Masters Students in Public Policy and Good Governance General Eligibility Requirements
The DAAD Masters Scholarships target very well all round qualified graduates with a first university degree be it a second degree. The DAAD Masters Scholarships are to be offered both for young graduates without professional or work experience and for mid-career professionals with work experience.
The main criteria for DAAD Masters Scholarships are the study results, the individual’s knowledge of English, and German, the applicant’s engagements in politics and social activities, a good description of the subject, including personal motivation for the project of study in Germany and the benefit expected after the return to the home country.
The latest degree obtained by the individual should have been obtained within 6 years before the application for the DAAD Masters Scholarships. Applicants who have stayed in Germany for more than 15 months will not be considered.
All master courses except public policy and good governance have further additional requirements that should be met by applicants.
Scholarship Benefits
- DAAD Masters Scholarship holders within Helmut-Schmidt-Programme University are free from paying tuition fees.
- Each month DAAD pays €850 to the beneficiary. The scholarship award also includes a reasonable contribution to cover health insurance and appropriate travel allowance.
DAAD Scholarships for Masters Students in Public Policy and Good Governance Application Guidelines
- You are expected to submit your applications for your preferred master’s courses and the DAAD Master’s Scholarships to the respective universities only.
- You must indicate that it is the DAAD Helmut-Schmidtv Programme that you’re applying for (DAAD Masters Scholarships).
- The period of application at all 8 universities for DAAD Masters Scholarships lasts from 1 June – 31 July.
Application Closing Date
The application starts 1st of June and ends on the 31st of July (annual)
Scholarship Link
Below is the Official Scholarship Link, where you can get more information about the scholarship, or apply.
Frequently Asked Questions about DAAD Scholarships for Masters Students in Public Policy and Good Governance
What is the Public Policy and Good Governance scholarship?
The DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Program also referred to as the Public Policy and Governance offers graduates from underdeveloped and developing countries the opportunity to obtain a master’s degree in fields that are of special and significant relevance for the social, economic, and political development of their home country.
Who is eligible to apply?
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants be citizens of an underdeveloped or developing country. They must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, completed no more than years before the application deadline, have at least two years of professional experience in a related field, and must demonstrate proficiency in English or German.
How to get a DAAD scholarship for a master’s?
All applications must be submitted in English or German and applicants must present personal information, academic certificates, and certificates of experience.
What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship covers a tuition fee (if applicable), a monthly stipend of €934, health, accident, and personal liability insurance, and a travel allowance.
How can I apply?
Choose a program from the list of available courses. Submit your application directly to the German institution you want to study at. The university will review your application before nominating worthy candidates.
