Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) • DAAD

The Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) scholarship program is offered by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) to support international students from developing countries who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in development-related fields at selected German universities. The program aims to foster capacity building in developing countries by enabling students to acquire advanced knowledge and skills in disciplines that contribute to sustainable development. EPOS scholarships are awarded to highly qualified graduates who have at least two years of professional experience in their home countries. The scholarship covers a range of academic disciplines relevant to development, including engineering, natural and social sciences, economics, agricultural and environmental sciences, public health, education, and development studies. The program is designed to strengthen the participants’ professional expertise and to facilitate the transfer of knowledge and technology to their home countries. The scholarship supports full-time postgraduate degree courses, typically Master’s or PhD programs, at German universities that are part of the DAAD EPOS network. The selection process is competitive and based on academic merit, professional experience, and the relevance of the proposed study program to development objectives. The EPOS scholarship is part of DAAD’s broader commitment to international academic cooperation and development policy objectives. It contributes to the global exchange of knowledge and the advancement of sustainable development goals by empowering students from developing countries to become agents of change in their respective fields and communities.

The Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) scholarship program is a DAAD initiative aimed at supporting international students from developing countries who seek to pursue postgraduate studies in Germany. The program focuses on fields that are directly relevant to development and capacity building, such as engineering, natural and social sciences, economics, agricultural sciences, environmental sciences, public health, education, and development studies. Eligible candidates must hold a first university degree and have at least two years of professional experience in a development-related field. The scholarship is intended for full-time Master's or PhD degree programs offered by selected German universities that participate in the EPOS network. The application process typically involves submitting academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, a detailed study plan, and proof of professional experience. Selection criteria emphasize academic excellence, professional background, and the potential impact of the candidate’s studies on development in their home country. The scholarship covers a monthly stipend to cover living expenses, travel costs for a round-trip ticket to Germany, health insurance, and in some cases tuition fee waivers and study allowances. The duration of the scholarship corresponds to the standard period of study for the chosen program. Recipients are expected to return to their home countries after completing their studies to contribute to social and economic development. The EPOS program is part of DAAD’s broader efforts to promote international academic exchange and support sustainable development worldwide. It provides an opportunity for students to gain advanced knowledge and skills in Germany’s academic environment while fostering international cooperation and development-oriented research.