DAAD In-Country/In-Region Masters Scholarship Programme 2026/2027 for Sub-Saharan African students

The DAAD In-Country/In-Region Masters Scholarship Programme provides development-oriented master's studies for Sub-Saharan African students. Scholarships are available for study in-country or in-region within Sub-Saharan Africa, supporting graduates who aim to pursue teaching or research careers in higher education institutions in the region.

Monthly scholarship, study and research allowance, thesis publishing costs, tuition fees

Applicants must be graduates or postgraduates from Sub-Saharan Africa who want to pursue a master’s degree in development-related fields, for in-country or in-region study.

Refer to the regional calls for applications and the host-institution specific instructions listed in the calls