The DAAD Study Scholarships funded by the German Government are now open for international students seeking to pursue postgraduate studies in Germany.
The 2027 DAAD Scholarship in Architecture offers comprehensive financial support, including an annual stipend of €11,904, accommodation support, travel expenses, research funding, and health insurance coverage for selected candidates.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €11,904 Annual Stipend | Research Allowance | Travel Expenses | Accommodation
- Deadline: September 23, 2026
Scholarship Details
The 2027 DAAD Study Scholarships in Architecture are designed to support talented international students who wish to further their academic and professional development in Germany. The programme enables successful applicants to undertake postgraduate studies in architecture-related disciplines at state or state-recognized German universities.
Beyond providing financial assistance, the scholarship encourages international academic exchange, professional collaboration, and networking among scholars and practitioners in the field. Recipients may enroll in a Master’s or postgraduate degree programme leading to a recognized qualification, or participate in a supplementary course that enhances their expertise without resulting in a final degree qualification. The programme aims to strengthen professional competencies while fostering global connections within the architecture sector.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the DAAD Study Scholarships in Architecture, applicants must:
- Have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields before the commencement of the scholarship-supported programme:
- Architecture
- Interior Design
- Monument Conservation
- Building in Existing Contexts/Reconditioning of Old Buildings
- Urban Planning
- Urban Development
- Landscape Architecture
- Landscape Planning
- Demonstrate strong motivation and commitment to academic and professional development.
- Possess adequate knowledge of the language of instruction for the chosen programme.
- Note that funding cannot be granted for a Master’s or postgraduate programme that has already commenced in Germany.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the 2027 DAAD Study Scholarships will receive:
- A monthly stipend of €992
- Travel allowance
- One-time study allowance
- Health insurance coverage
- Accident insurance coverage
- Personal liability insurance coverage
Under certain conditions, scholars may also receive:
- Monthly rent subsidy
- Monthly allowance for accompanying family members
- Funding for an online language course after receiving the Scholarship Award Letter
- Green Mobility Top-Up for environmentally friendly travel
- Reimbursement of carbon offset payments for air travel
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed DAAD application form through the DAAD Portal
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Bachelor’s degree certificate showing final grade
- Academic transcripts for all semesters of the Bachelor’s programme (where available)
- Motivation letter using the DAAD format explaining:
- Academic background
- Universities and study programmes attended
- Reasons for applying for the scholarship
- Copy of passport
- Letter of admission from a German host university (if available)
Note:
- Applicants who have not yet received an admission letter at the time of application may still apply.
- However, proof of admission must be submitted before the funding period begins.
How to Apply
To apply for the 2027 DAAD Study Scholarships in Architecture:
- Visit the scholarship application webpage.
- Complete and submit your application through the DAAD Portal.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Ensure that your application is complete before submission.
- Applications with missing documents will be disqualified and excluded from the review process.
- Wait for feedback from DAAD after the evaluation process.
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