Dreaming of studying in Germany – the land of tuition-free education and academic excellence? Here’s your chance! Applications are now open for the Fully Funded Ruhr University DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2026 in Germany. International students from developing countries can apply for this prestigious opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree in Development Management at Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB), one of Germany’s top public universities.
If you’re passionate about contributing to global development and aiming for a career in planning, managing, or evaluating development programs, this program is tailor-made for you.
🏛️ Scholarship Overview
Host Country: Germany
University: Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB)
Program: MA in Development Management (MADM)
Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
Duration: 1.5 Years (3 semesters)
Next Intake: September 2026
Application Deadline: 30th September 2025
💸 What’s Covered? (Financial Benefits)
The DAAD EPOS Scholarship takes care of all your expenses, so you can fully focus on your studies:
Monthly stipend: €934
Health, accident, and liability insurance
Travel allowance (airfare)
Monthly rent subsidy
Family support: Additional allowance if accompanied by family
🎯 Program Highlights
Target Group: Students from developing and transition countries
Instruction Language: English
Career Pathways: Graduates are equipped to work as experts in:
Planning, implementation, and management of development projects
Program evaluation and policy advisory roles
Program Cycle: Offered every two years (next start: Sept 2026)
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the DAAD EPOS Scholarship, you must:
Be from an eligible developing country (check the list of eligible countries)
Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field such as Political Science, Economics, or Social Sciences
Have a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in development-related fields
Provide proof of English proficiency:
TOEFL: Minimum 79–80 (iBT)
IELTS: Minimum Band 6.0
📄 Required Application Documents
Prepare and upload the following:
Motivation Letter
Europass-format CV
Academic certificates and transcripts
School leaving certificate
Language certificates (English and/or German)
Proof of employment and relevant work experience
Employer recommendation letter (specific to DAAD-EPOS)
Academic and professional recommendation letters
Copy of passport or national ID
Passport-size photo
DAAD Application Form
DAAD EPOS-specific Checklist
🌐 How to Apply?
Applications must be submitted online through the official Ruhr University website. There is no application fee.
👉 Apply for the RUB DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2026
✨ Pro Tip
Start preparing early! Collecting all required documents and securing recommendation letters can take time. This scholarship is highly competitive, but it’s a life-changing opportunity for future development leaders.
