Masters Scholarships for Students from Africa, Latin America, South Asia, Southeast Asia and Middle East, Germany

What are the objectives of the programme?

This programme is designed to academically qualify future leaders in politics, law, economics and administration according to the principles of Good Governance and to prepare them in a praxis-oriented course for their professional life. The programme offers very good graduates with a first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) the chance to obtain a Master’s degree in disciplines that are of special relevance for the social, political and economic development of their home country. With the knowledge and experience acquired in Germany the scholarship holders should later contribute to the establishment of democratically devised economic and social systems aimed at overcoming social tensions. In addition, the training at German institutions of higher education should especially qualify the scholarship holders as partners in political and economic cooperation with Germany. With this programme, DAAD intends to contribute to the support of Good Governance and civil society structures in selected partner countries and regions.

Who can apply?
The scholarship scheme is open to candidates from Africa, Latin America, South Asia, Southeast Asia as well as from countries in the Middle East.

Target group
Very well qualified graduates with a first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent) who in the future want to actively contribute to the social and economic development of their home countries.

Deadline
Please do not apply now, but wait until DAAD has issued the list of Master courses selected for scholarships from 2010. The complete set of application papers must be submitted by 15 September 2009 in your home country .

Contact and advise
Further information can be obtained from DAAD section 444 (public-policy@daad.de).
Further Scholarship Information and Application