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The DAAD Study Scholarships – Postgraduate Studies in the Field of Architecture offer international graduates the opportunity to continue their education in Germany through a postgraduate or continuing course of study in architecture.

This scholarship is designed for students in fields such as Architecture, Interior Design, Monument Conservation, Urban Design, Urban Development, Landscape Architecture, and Landscape Planning. It supports applicants who want to study at a state or state-recognised German university.

Applicants must have completed a first university degree in a relevant field such as Architecture, Interior Design, Monument Conservation, Urban Design, Urban Development, Landscape Architecture, or Landscape Planning.
As a rule, the last relevant university degree should not be older than 6 years at the application deadline.
Applicants who have been resident in Germany for more than 15 months at the application deadline cannot be considered.
The chosen study programme must be at a state or state-recognised German university.
Funding is not available for a Master’s or postgraduate programme that has already started in Germany.
The selected degree programme should include enough credits in the area of Design/Projects. For example, a 120-credit programme should include at least 45 credits in Design/Projects.
Applicants must meet the language requirements of their chosen universities.
For English-taught programmes, applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency, such as IELTS or TOEFL, according to the requirements of the chosen universities.
For German-taught architecture programmes, universities usually expect very good German language skills, normally B2 or C1. For the DAAD scholarship application, proof of German language skills at the level of completed B1 must be submitted.

Applicants should prepare the following documents:

Full curriculum vitae in tabular form.
Letter of motivation, maximum 2 pages, explaining the academic and personal reasons for the planned study project in Germany.
Explanation of the career prospects that the chosen Master’s programme in Germany will enable the applicant to pursue.
Form “Information about your preferred master programmes”.
Letter of acceptance from the host university in Germany, if available.
If admission has not yet been received at the time of application, it must be submitted before the funding period begins.
Current transcript of records with individual grades and explanation of the grading system.
University degree certificate showing final grades. If the degree has not yet been completed, the certificate must be submitted before the scholarship-supported study programme begins.
German or English translations of all documents submitted in another language.
List of designs or plans that will later be uploaded to the DAAD media database, including details such as size, date of creation, and place.
Declaration form confirming that the designs or plans were produced or created by the applicant.
Proof of German language skills for German-taught programmes, normally at least completed B1 level for the DAAD application.
Proof of English language proficiency for English-taught programmes, such as TOEFL or IELTS, according to the chosen universities’ requirements.
Other relevant documents, such as employment certificates or proof of internships or placements.

Important: Work samples and portfolios should not be uploaded to the DAAD portal. They are submitted separately through the DAAD media database after DAAD reviews the application.

The application is submitted online through the DAAD portal.

Applicants should follow these steps:

Choose suitable postgraduate or Master’s programmes in Germany in the field of architecture.
Check the admission requirements, language requirements, and deadlines of the selected universities.
Register in the DAAD portal during the application period.
Complete the online application form.
Upload all required application documents to the DAAD portal in PDF format.
Do not upload portfolios or work samples directly to the DAAD portal.
If the application passes the formal check and meets the programme requirements, DAAD will send a link to upload work samples to the DAAD media database.
Upload the required work samples to the DAAD media database before the stated deadline.

Applications for this scholarship programme are usually possible between 1 June and the stated application deadline. The DAAD portal closes at midnight Central European Time on the final application day, so applicants should submit their application early to avoid technical problems.

Monthly stipend: Scholars receive a monthly payment of 992 euros to support living costs in Germany.
Travel allowance: Scholars may receive a travel allowance, depending on DAAD rules and country-specific conditions.
Study allowance: A one-off study allowance is provided to help with study-related costs.
Insurance support: DAAD provides payments toward health, accident, and personal liability insurance.
Rent subsidy: Under certain conditions, scholars may apply for a monthly rent subsidy after the start of funding.
Family allowance: Under certain conditions, scholars may apply for a monthly allowance for accompanying family members.
Disability or chronic illness support: Additional support may be available for justified extra costs related to a disability or chronic illness.
Green Mobility Top Up: Support may be available for climate-friendly travel or reimbursement of carbon offset payments for air travel.
German language support: DAAD may cover online language course fees, German language courses before the study period, a personal German language course during the scholarship period, and reimbursement for TestDaF or DSH exam fees.

Who can apply for this DAAD Architecture Scholarship?

Graduates with a first university degree in Architecture or related fields such as Interior Design, Monument Conservation, Urban Design, Urban Development, Landscape Architecture, or Landscape Planning can apply.

Can I apply if I want to study a Master’s degree in Germany?

Yes. The scholarship can fund a Master’s degree or postgraduate programme in architecture at a state or state-recognised German university.

Can I apply if I already started my Master’s degree in Germany?

No. DAAD states that funding cannot be granted for a Master’s or postgraduate programme that has already started in Germany.

What is the monthly stipend?

The scholarship provides a monthly payment of 992 euros.

Does the scholarship cover tuition fees?

No. DAAD clearly states that it does not cover tuition fees.

Is German language required?

It depends on the chosen study programme. German-taught architecture programmes usually require strong German skills, often B2 or C1. For the DAAD application, proof of completed B1 German is required for German-taught programmes.

Can I apply for English-taught programmes?

Yes. For English-taught programmes, applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency, such as IELTS or TOEFL, according to the requirements of the chosen universities.

Do I need university admission before applying?

If available, a letter of acceptance should be uploaded. However, if the applicant has not yet received admission at the time of application, it must be submitted before the funding period begins.

Do I need to submit a portfolio?

Yes, work samples are required, but they should not be uploaded to the DAAD portal. They are submitted later through the DAAD media database after DAAD checks the application.

When is the application deadline?

The current listed deadline is 23 September 2026, with selection in January 2027 for funding starting from September/October 2027.

Can late applications be accepted?

No. Late or incomplete applications cannot be considered. Applicants are responsible for submitting a complete application before the deadline.

Is this scholarship suitable for applicants from Arab countries?

Yes, applicants from many countries, including Arab countries, may be eligible. However, applicants should always select their country of residence/origin in the DAAD database to confirm country-specific eligibility and application instructions.

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