DAAD EPOS — Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (Germany)
- Country
- Germany
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Degree
- Master's, PhD
- Dates
- Varies by course: most close between 1 Oct and 15 Dec 2026, a few until 31 Jan 2027
- Study starts
- Winter semester 2027
For applicants from Bangladesh: DAAD Bangladesh (daad-bangladesh.org) runs information sessions in Dhaka.
What it covers
- Monthly stipend
- Health, accident and liability insurance
- Travel allowance
- Tuition fees (waived or covered)
- Rent subsidy and family allowances where applicable
Who can apply
- Citizen of a developing country such as Bangladesh
- Bachelor's degree (usually four years) completed no more than six years ago
- At least two years of relevant professional experience
- English (or German) at the level the course requires
How to apply
- Pick up to three courses from the DAAD EPOS list for 2027/2028
- Apply directly to each course by that course's deadline — not to DAAD
- Rank your choices in order of preference in each application
Documents you'll need
- DAAD application form
- CV (Europass format)
- Motivation letter
- Employer's reference and proof of work experience
- Academic reference
- Transcripts and degree certificates
- Language certificate
Details checked on 28 Sept 2026.