DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Program Masters Scholarships 2023 to study in Germany

The Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD) is offering the Helmut Schmidt Scholarships for the batch of 2023; which is one of the top scholarships in Germany that targets students who come from developing countries.

The DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Program Masters Scholarships for Public Policy and Good Governance Program offers very good graduates from developing countries 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 in German institutions of higher education. Successful applicants are expected to return to their home countries after studying to impact development with the training they have gathered.

Many students from these developing countries apply and they are approved for the DAAD scholarship and they get the opportunity to be enrolled in various universities in Germany. The students are awarded these DAAD scholarships to study courses that are taught in both German and English languages. In this article, we will explain in full detail everything you need to know about the DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Program Masters Scholarships, from the eligibility requirements to the scholarship benefits, how to apply, and any other important information you need to know about the scholarship program.

About the DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Program Masters Scholarships

The DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Program (known as Public Policy and Good Governance) supports future leaders from developing countries (see list of countries), who want to promote democracy and social justice in their home countries. The program, which is funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, offers the chance to acquire a Master’s degree in Master's programs of particular relevance for the social, political, and economic development in the students’ countries of origin.

Furthermore, in the light of the principles of Good Governance, highly qualified graduates with a first academic degree are being educated in political science, law, economics, and administration and prepared for future leading positions in their home countries. Moreover, students who are approved for this scholarship have the chance to be enrolled in German universities. The scholarship also comes with a monthly allowance that will help you cater to daily expenses. It also has a provision for health allowance and travel stipends.

Scholarship Summary

Moreover, here's an overview of the DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Program Masters Scholarships.

Scholarship Sponsor(s):

DAAD

Host Institution(s):

The scholarships are awarded for selected Master's courses at German institutions of higher education listed below:

• Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg: Social Protection
• University of Duisburg-Essen: Development and Governance
• Willy Brandt School of Public Policy at the University of Erfurt: Public Policy
• Universität Magdeburg: Peace and Conflict Studies
• Hochschule Osnabrück: Management in Non-Profit Organisations
• Universität Passau: Development Studies
• University of Passau: Governance and Public Policy
• University of Potsdam: Master of Public Management (MPM)

The courses have an international orientation and are taught in German and/or English.

Scholarship Type:

Fully funded scholarships

Level of Study:

Masters degree

Field(s) of Study:

Master’s degree in disciplines that are of special relevance for the social, political, and economic development

Scholarship Value:

See the scholarship benefits section below for details

Number of Awards:

Not specified

Eligible Nationalities:

The scholarship scheme is open to candidates from Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa; Latin America; Asia and the Pacific, Western, Central, South-Eastern Europe; Eastern Europe, Central Asia & South Caucasus; and the Middle East and North Africa. See the list of eligible countries.

Scholarship Benefits

Furthermore, scholarship recipients will be provided with the following inclusions

DAAD scholarship holders within the Helmut-Schmidt-Program are exempted from tuition fees. DAAD pays a monthly scholarship rate of currently 931 €. The scholarship also includes contributions to health insurance in Germany, appropriate travel allowance, a study and research subsidy as well as rent subsidies and/or allowances for spouses and/or children where applicable.

Prior to their study programs, all scholarship holders will also receive a 6- month of the German language course. Participation is mandatory.

Eligibility Requirements for the DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Program Masters Scholarships

Applicants must meet the following criteria below to be eligible to apply for this scholarship program.

Graduates from developing countries (bachelor or equivalent):

• with a well-qualified first university degree as a rule in the fields of social and political sciences, law, economics, public policy, and administration
• willing to actively contribute to the social, political, and economic development of their home countries/regions
• who have already gained practical experience relevant to the program (professional experience, internships, political/social commitment

The requirements for language skills and the required language certificates vary depending on the respective master’s course.  All master’s courses have their own selection criteria (degree, grades, language skills, work experience, etc.) that have to be met in addition to the DAAD’s selection criteria.

How to Apply

Meanwhile, interested applicants can follow the step-by-step guide below to apply for the DAAD Helmut-Schmidt-Program Masters Scholarships.

All applications must be submitted in English or German. Please refer to the call for applications for detailed application instructions. When applying for a placement, please indicate clearly that you are applying for the DAAD Helmut-Schmidt Programme (Master’s scholarships in Public Policy and Good Governance). You may apply for up to two courses of study from the list below.

• Please complete the DAAD application form ‘Application for a research/study scholarship’ (see Attachment 2) only once and indicate your selected master’s course or courses, in the latter case clearly indicating your first and second priority.
• If you are applying for two master’s courses: Please submit a single application for both master’s courses and only one letter of motivation. In this letter, you should explain in detail, why you chose the respective master’s courses as well as your reasons for prioritizing.
• Please submit the application form to the master’s courses of your choice (no more than two), along with the required documents (see below). Scholarship applications are only accepted via master’s courses.

Official Website

In conclusion, it is important to read the 2023 Announcement and visit the official website of the scholarship provider using the link below for more detailed information on the eligibility requirements and application instructions for the scholarship program.