DAAD Scholarships
Available for postgraduate students from Germany
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In partnership with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) we are offering five scholarships to German students admitted to a one-year full-time Master’s taught or research degree for the 2025-26/2026-27 and 2027-28 academic years.
What the scholarship covers:
DAAD will provide:
A tuition stipend of €18,000
A €1,150 per month cost of living stipend
A single €375 travel allowance for travel to/from the UK
Health, accident, and personal liability insurance benefits
Plus possible additional costs of bringing families to the UK, to provide support for disability or chronic illness, or to support special projects
Imperial will provide:
20% of tuition fees
Eligibility criteria:
To apply for a DAAD Scholarship, you must:
Create an online account and submit your application through our application portal no later than 31 May 2025.
Read the full list of eligibility criteria here.
Discover more about the DAAD Scholarship at Imperial.
Why study at Imperial?
Make an impact with your research
Contribute to breakthroughs in medical treatments, AI advancements, or innovative economic solutions through your postgraduate work.
Dynamic academic community
Collaborate with experts across various departments to address major challenges. As a Master’s student, you’ll be part of one of the UK’s most vibrant academic communities.
Shape your future
Achieve your goals and shape your future in an outstanding educational setting, dedicated to helping you pursue your ambitions and excel.
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Application deadlines
Some departments operate a staged application process with several deadlines throughout the year.