About This Opportunity

The DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) programme offers fully funded Master's and PhD scholarships to students from developing countries, including Ghana and across Africa, who wish to pursue postgraduate study in Germany. EPOS scholarships span a wide range of development-relevant fields — from economics and engineering to public health and governance — and are hosted at top German universities.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Hold a first degree relevant to your intended postgraduate programme
  • Typically at least two years of relevant professional experience after your first degree (requirement varies by specific programme)
  • Citizen of a developing country (Ghana and most African countries qualify)
  • Demonstrate strong academic performance and motivation to apply your studies to development challenges in your home country
  • Meet the specific German language or English proficiency requirements of your chosen programme

What You Get / Benefits

  • Full tuition coverage for your chosen Master's or PhD programme
  • Monthly stipend to cover living expenses in Germany
  • Health, accident, and personal liability insurance coverage
  • Travel allowance to and from Germany
  • Access to DAAD's academic and professional support network throughout your studies

How to Apply

  • Visit the DAAD scholarship database and search by country, field of study, or degree level to find EPOS-eligible programmes
  • Identify a specific programme that matches your academic background and career goals
  • Review the specific eligibility criteria and required documents for that programme, as these vary
  • Prepare your application, including transcripts, references, motivation letter, and CV
  • Submit your application directly through the programme or DAAD portal before the programme-specific deadline (commonly between September and December)

    • Tips

    • EPOS covers many distinct programmes, each with its own deadline and requirements — narrow down to 2–3 specific programmes early rather than applying broadly and generically.
    • DAAD strongly values applicants who can clearly articulate how their studies will benefit development outcomes in their home country — make this central to your motivation letter.
    • If your chosen programme requires prior work experience, ensure your CV clearly quantifies your professional achievements relevant to the field.

    ⏰ Deadlines vary by programme, generally falling between September and December (Annual) — check your specific programme's listing on the DAAD database for the exact date.