About DAAD Helmut Schmidt Program Scholarship:
The DAAD Helmut Schmidt Program (also known as Public Policy and Good Governance) assists future leaders from developing nations (see list of countries) who aspire to advance democracy and social justice in their own country. The German Federal Foreign Office funds the program, which allows students to get a Master’s degree in Master’s programs that are particularly relevant to the social, political, and economic growth of their home countries. Highly qualified graduates with a first academic degree are being schooled in political science, law, economics, and administration in accordance with the principles of Good Governance, and are being prepared for future leadership roles in their home countries.
Scholarship details:
- Announced date: June 1, 2023.
- Deadline: July 31, 2023.
- Location: Germany.
- Assist by: The BMZ is funding this project (Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development)
- Program degree: Only a Master’s degree.
- Type of scholarship: fully funded.
- Host university: 5 universities are available.
- Duration: 1 or 2 years it depends on the university.
Who can apply?
- 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 has already gained practical experience relevant to the program (professional experience, internships, political/social commitment)?
Scholarship Benefits:
DAAD Helmut Scholarships are fully funded scholarships that cover all expenses for international students studying in Germany. The Scholarship’s Benefits are listed below.
- 861 Euros Monthly Stipend Scholarship
- Payments to German health insurance.
- Proper Round-Trip Travel Allowance
- Support for studies and research.
- If applicable, a monthly rent subsidy.
- Where appropriate, allowances for spouses and/or children.
- To see a list of countries that are Eligible HERE.
Available Universities:
- The University of Passau.
- University of Applied Sciences Osnabruck.
- University of Erfurt.
- University of Duisburg-Essen.
- Hochschule Bonn-Rhein-Sieg.
- University of Potsdam.
- Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg.
Documents requirement:
- DAAD Application form.
- Copy of Transcripts.
- Proof of language skills (English or German).
- Letter of the motivation letter.
- Reference letter.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Work experience certificate.
criteria for selecting:
- Academic achievement.
- The motivation letter’s quality.
- The motivating letter should be tailored to the program’s objectives.
- Practical experience is required.
- The Master’s course selection committee’s and the DAAD’s decisions.
- Selected candidates will be contacted by the DAAD and asked to provide paperwork to the DAAD site.
How to Apply:
The application process is online, to apply Please visit the official website of The DAAD Helmut Schmidt Program
