DAAD MIDE Scholarships for MA 2027 in Germany (Fully Funded)

Applications are now open (or will open soon in July 2026) for the Master’s Programme in International and Development Economics (MIDE) at HTW Berlin, Germany, with the opportunity to secure a fully funded DAAD scholarship under the EPOS scheme for the April 2027 intake. This 18-month (3-semester) full-time Master’s program, taught entirely in English, focuses on international trade, development economics, policy analysis, and real-world challenges in developing countries.

The program is ideal for those interested in careers in development cooperation, international organizations, government, NGOs, or multinational companies. The DAAD scholarship is fully funded for eligible candidates from developing countries with at least two years of professional experience, covering major costs like living expenses, travel, health insurance, and waiving the program service fee. Self-funded applicants can also apply without the scholarship. There is no application fee for the MIDE program. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Degree Level: Master’s (Master of Arts – MA)
• Host Country: Germany
• Host Institution: HTW Berlin – University of Applied Sciences
• Program Start Date: April 2027 (summer semester)
• Teaching Language: English
• Open to All Nationalities
• No Application Fee
• Application Deadlines — 31 August 2026 (with DAAD scholarship) / 30 September 2026 (without scholarship)

What This Scholarship Offers:

• For DAAD scholarship recipients: full financial coverage including monthly living allowance, travel allowance, health insurance, and waiver of service fees — allowing focus on studies without financial burden.
• In-depth expertise in development economics, international trade, macroeconomics, finance, and policy issues relevant to developing countries.
• Enhanced career prospects in international organizations (e.g., UN, World Bank), government agencies, NGOs, consulting firms, or academia in developing and developed countries.

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Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the MIDE program (and DAAD scholarship where applicable):

• A first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) with at least 180 ECTS credits (or equivalent qualification).
• Minimum of 15 ECTS credits in Economics (or at least three Economics-related modules if not using ECTS).
• Proof of English proficiency (waived if previous degree was taught in English; otherwise, tests like TOEFL/IELTS required).
• For DAAD scholarship only: From a developing/newly industrialized country + at least two years of professional experience after graduation.

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How to Apply

1. Check Eligibility — Review all admission and scholarship criteria carefully Here.
2. Prepare Documents — Gather required files (e.g., motivation letter, CV in Europass format, transcripts, degree certificates, passport copy, English proof, grading system explanation).
3. Submit Online — Apply via the HTW Berlin online portal (available July–September 2026). No Uni-Assist needed. For DAAD, complete the dedicated scholarship section in the same form and upload extra documents if required.

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