The DAAD Master in International Development Economics Scholarship 2024-25 at HTW Berlin University of Applied Sciences in Germany is announced. This fully funded scholarship is available to international students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree in International and Development Economics (MIDE) at HTW Berlin.
Host Country:Germany University:HTW Berlin University of Applied Sciences
Study Level:Master’s Eligibility:Students from developing countries
Deadline:31st August 2024
The University of Berlin is the largest public University of Applied Sciences. Germany offers numerous fully funded scholarships, such as the DAAD Helmut Schmidt Scholarship, DAAD EPOS Scholarship, and Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarship. If you are interested in studying in Germany on a fully funded scholarship, do check out these opportunities.
Germany is an attractive destination for international students, largely due to the absence of tuition fees at public universities. The DAAD MIDE Scholarship is an excellent opportunity for those aiming to contribute to global economic development.
Your admission at the university of Berlin in the subject will be calculated based on your Cumulative grade point average (40%), Number of economics courses taken (25%) and Letter of motivation (35%).
Note- The form will be available on this webpage between 01 July and 30 September 2024.
Benefits of DAAD scholarship
DAAD scholarship is a fully-funded program that covers all of your expenses, starting your journey from your home country to completion of your course, and going back to your country. The scholarship provides:
- Monthly stipend of €934
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance coverage
- Travel allowance (if not covered by home country or other funding)
- Monthly rent subsidy (under certain conditions)
- Monthly allowance for accompanying family members (under certain conditions)
Besides the financial benefits, you get a chance to have long-term networking, professional and personal development, and exploring Germany.
Eligibility Criteria for DAAD scholarship
The scholarship is for the students of developing countries. The criteria for the Scholarship is as fellows:
- Must be from a developing country
- At least two years of professional experience post-graduation
- Graduation within the last six years
- Meet the admission requirements for the MIDE program
- Proof of English language proficiency
English Language Proficiency Exemptions
Applicants are exempt from the English Language Test if they meet one of the following conditions:
- Degrees taught in English, with official university confirmation
- University degree from an English-speaking country
Other applicants must provide proof of English proficiency, with test results not older than two years:
- TOEFL paper-based: at least 580 points
- TOEFL computer-based: at least 237 points
- TOEFL Internet-based: at least 96 points
- IELTS grade (ACADEMIC) 7.0
- CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English), all levels
- CAE (Certificate in Advanced English), all levels
- BEC Higher (Business English Certificate)
- TOEIC 800 points or higher
- If English was the official language of instruction for the first degree, please supply official proof. TOEFL or IELTS are not required in this case.
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Eligibility criteria for University Course admission
Applicants with a Degree from Non-European Universities
- First university degree with 180 ECTS (or equivalent).
- Admissions committee makes the final assessment of degree equivalence.
- At least 3 Economics classes recommended during undergraduate studies.
- Additional Requirements for 180 ECTS Degrees
- Provide at least 6 months of professional employment or training post-graduation.
- Or, obtain 30 ECTS while studying MIDE, extending the degree by approximately one semester.
Unconditional Admission
- Granted for undergraduate degrees equivalent to 210 ECTS (3.5+ years of study in Germany).
Verification Process
Contact mide@htw-berlin.de with scans of academic transcripts (in English or German).
- Degrees from Pakistan require a HEC attestation stamp.
Non-Equivalent Degrees:
- Three-year degrees from Nepal and Bhutan.
- Degrees from Mongolia, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Somalia.
Applicants with a European Undergraduate Degree
Degree Requirements
- Total of 210 ECTS or the equivalent.
- Applicants with 180 ECTS are eligible but must:
- Provide at least 6 months of professional employment or training post-graduation.
- Or, obtain the remaining 30 ECTS while studying MIDE, extending the degree by approximately one semester.
Economics Coursework
- Minimum of 15 ECTS in Economics recommended during undergraduate studies.
Document requirement
- Letter of Motivation ((max. two pages long), dated and signed by you)
- Transcript of Records and Degree Certificate(s) (English or German)
- Explanation of the Grading System
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) – Europass CV Format (dated and signed)
- Copy of Passport
- English Language Proficiency Proof
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate
Deadline for DAAD scholarship?
The last date to apply for the scholarship program is 31 August 2024, however, for the self-funded applicants, the deadline is 30 September 2024.
How to Apply For a DAAD scholarship?
The application process is conducted online. For more details and to apply, visit the official website of the DAAD MIDE Scholarship. For information on the German study visa, refer to the German Study Visa Process.
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You can also contact them for any kind of query at Email: mide@htw-berlin.de
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