DAAD Study Scholarships for STEM Disciplines 2027: Fully Funded Master’s Opportunity in Germany
The German Academic Exchange Service offers study scholarships for talented graduates from developing and emerging countries to pursue a full-time master's degree in STEM disciplines in Germany.
Overview
The DAAD Study Scholarships for STEM Disciplines 2027 provide an opportunity for talented graduates from developing and emerging countries to pursue a full-time master's degree in Germany. The programme supports academically strong candidates who want to advance their knowledge and career prospects in innovation-driven fields such as mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and engineering.
Funding is available for master's programmes starting in the 2027–2028 winter semester at a state or state-recognised university in Germany. Selected master's programmes must be tuition-free, as the DAAD does not cover tuition costs. The scholarship duration ranges from 10 to 24 months, depending on the standard length of the chosen study programme.
Benefits
- A monthly scholarship payment of €992.
- Payments towards health, accident, and personal liability insurance.
- A travel allowance upon application.
- An annual study allowance of €460.
- Access to German-language support, including possible online or preparatory courses.
- Potential additional allowances for rent, family members, or disability-related costs.
Eligibility
Applicants must meet specific academic and background requirements to qualify for the scholarship:
- Hold a first university degree recognised in Germany, such as a bachelor’s degree, completed no later than the application deadline.
- Intend to pursue a full-time master’s programme in an eligible STEM discipline (mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, or engineering).
- Not have already begun the proposed master’s programme in Germany.
- Not already hold a master’s degree by the application deadline.
- Originate from an eligible developing or emerging country, such as Ghana.
How to Apply
Candidates must identify an eligible, tuition-free STEM master’s programme in Germany and submit a complete application through the official DAAD application channels. Applicants should prepare all required documents, including academic transcripts, degree certificates, a study proposal, a motivation letter, and proof of language proficiency.
Deadline
The application deadline is 24 September 2026.