DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2026 – M.Sc. Agricultural Economics at the University of Hohenheim

DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2026: Overview

The DAAD EPOS Scholarship supports outstanding candidates from developing countries to pursue a 2-year Master’s in Agricultural Economics at the University of Hohenheim, Germany. The program equips students with the knowledge to tackle global agricultural, economic, and development challenges.

DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2026: Eligibility

• Citizen of a developing country (as per DAAD list).

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (must be less than 6 years old).

• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience after graduation.

  • Work in academia usually not accepted, except in rare cases.

• English proficiency: IELTS (min. 6.5) or TOEFL iBT (min. 90).

• Must not have lived in Germany for more than 15 months by deadline.

• Strong development-related motivation.

Benefits

• Tuition waiver for the full 2 years.

• Monthly stipend for living expenses.

• Health insurance.

• Travel costs (to/from Germany & for research).

• Pre-study German language course (Aug–Sept in Germany).

Program Components

• Rigorous Master’s coursework in Agricultural Economics.

• Focus on development-related policy, economics, and social impact.

• Intensive German integration & cultural preparation.

Application Requirements

• DAAD Application Form (signed, dated).

• CV (Europass format).

• Motivation Letter (max 2 pages, tailored to development goals).

• Employer Recommendation + guarantee of re-employment preferred.

• Employment Certificates proving 2+ years experience.

• Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL only).

• Diploma & Transcripts (with grading scale + certified translation if needed).

• Secondary school certificate (University Entrance Qualification).

• Ranking Letter (if GPA is below average).

• APS Certificate (for India, China, Vietnam).

Selection Criteria

• Academic excellence (above-average degree).

• Relevant development-oriented work experience.

• Clear career goals linked to development.

• Strong language and communication skills.

• Fit with DAAD’s development cooperation objectives.

Application Process

🔹 Two Applications Required:

1. DAAD Scholarship Documents → Email to agecon@uni-hohenheim.de by Dec 15.

   • Attach PDFs (properly labeled: Surname Name – Document Type).

   • Subject: “DAAD + HohCampus Application Number”.

2. AgEcon Program Application → Submit via HohCampus online portal (opens mid-November).

   • Deadline: Dec 15 (for EPOS applicants).

Timeline

• Nov 15 – Dec 15 → Application window.

• February → Selection results.

• August → German language course begins.

• October → Master’s program starts.

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2026 – M.Sc. Agricultural Economics at the University of Hohenheim