Germany Offers DAAD EPOS Scholarship for Pakistani Professionals With €992 Monthly Stipend
Pakistani professionals can apply for the DAAD EPOS Scholarship to study for a Master’s degree in Environmental Governance at the University of Freiburg in Germany for the 2027-28 academic session.
The scholarship is designed for qualified professionals from developing countries and provides financial support during the study period. Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend of €992, along with insurance coverage and a travel allowance under DAAD rules.
DAAD EPOS scholarship recipients at the University of Freiburg are also exempt from the €1,500 per-semester study fee normally applicable to non-EU students.
Applications for the October 2027 intake opened on June 15, 2026, and the deadline is October 15, 2026.
DAAD EPOS Scholarship at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | DAAD EPOS |
| University | University of Freiburg |
| Country | Germany |
| Degree | MSc Environmental Governance |
| Study Level | Master’s |
| Duration | 2 years / 4 semesters |
| Monthly Stipend | €992 |
| Study Fee | €1,500 per semester fee exemption for scholarship holders |
| Insurance | Health, accident and personal liability coverage |
| Travel Support | Available under DAAD rules |
| Work Experience | At least 2 years after Bachelor’s |
| Academic Record | Above average / upper third |
| Application Deadline | October 15, 2026 |
| Program Start | October 2027 |
| Language | English |
| Credits | 120 ECTS |
What the Scholarship Covers
Successful DAAD EPOS Master’s scholars receive €992 per month throughout the approved funding period.
The scholarship also provides support for health, accident and personal liability insurance. A travel allowance is also available according to DAAD conditions, although it may not be provided if travel costs are already covered by another organization or the applicant’s home country.
Depending on individual circumstances, additional financial assistance may also be available, including a monthly rent allowance and support for accompanying family members.
Students receiving the DAAD EPOS scholarship at the University of Freiburg are exempt from the €1,500-per-semester study fee charged to non-EU students.
Eligibility for Pakistani Applicants
The DAAD EPOS program is aimed at young professionals from eligible developing and newly industrialized countries, including Pakistan.
Applicants must have completed an academic degree that is no more than six years old at the time of application. They must also have at least two years of relevant professional experience after completing their Bachelor’s degree.
Internships and voluntary work are generally not counted toward the required professional experience.
The University of Freiburg also notes that academic teaching or research employment normally does not qualify as relevant professional experience, except in specific circumstances.
Academic Requirements
Candidates are expected to have an above-average academic record and generally need to be within the upper third of their graduating class for the DAAD EPOS selection process.
For admission to the MSc Environmental Governance program, applicants normally need a relevant Bachelor’s degree with a grade equivalent to 2.5 or better under the German grading system.
Relevant academic backgrounds may include:
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Sciences
- Agriculture
- Forestry
- Geography
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Law
- Economics
- Development Studies
- Natural Resource Management
- Other related disciplines
English Language Requirements
Applicants must also meet the university’s English-language requirements. Accepted qualifications include IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, Cambridge English and TOEFL, subject to the applicable minimum scores and testing rules.
| Test | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.0 |
| PTE Academic | 76 |
| Cambridge English | C1 |
| TOEFL iBT | 95 for tests taken before 2026 |
| TOEFL from 2026 onward | Accepted under the university’s revised scoring requirements |
Applicants should check the latest University of Freiburg requirements before submitting their applications, particularly for tests taken under the revised TOEFL scoring system.
Documents Required
Applicants need to submit documents for both admission to the MSc Environmental Governance program and consideration for the DAAD EPOS scholarship.
The application generally includes:
- DAAD and MEG application forms
- Motivation letter
- CV
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of relevant professional experience
- Accepted English-language certificate
- Signed DAAD checklist
- Other supporting documents required by the university
Two Recommendation Letters Are Required
Applicants must arrange two recommendation letters as part of the application.
One recommendation should come from the applicant’s current employer, while the other should be provided by an academic teacher or supervisor.
The recommendation letters must be sent directly by the referees to the MSc Environmental Governance program. Applicants should ensure that the letters reach the university before the application deadline.
How to Apply
Applicants should prepare all required documents and submit them according to the University of Freiburg’s application instructions. The required documents are combined or compressed into a single PDF file and sent to the MSc Environmental Governance program by email.
The university evaluates the applications and selects suitable candidates for the scholarship. The shortlisted nominations are then forwarded to DAAD, which makes the final scholarship decision.
The application deadline is October 15, 2026, while the selected program is scheduled to begin in October 2027.
Pakistani applicants interested in the opportunity should carefully review the latest eligibility criteria, document requirements and application instructions before submitting their applications.
