The University of Hohenheim and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) are collaborating to offer scholarships to deserving candidates from developing countries. The scholarship is for a Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics under the Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) initiative. The scholarship is highly competitive and attracts applicants with a strong academic and professional background.

The University of Hohenheim DAAD Scholarships offer several benefits, including full tuition coverage, health insurance, a monthly living stipend, and travel costs. Candidates must have work experience in a public authority, state institution, or private company in a developing country, with a focus on development policies relating to technology, economics, and/or social impact.

To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria: be international students, citizens of developing countries, have an offer to enrol in the MSc program at the University, have a minimum of two years of professional experience post-Bachelor’s, academic degrees should be less than six years old, have development-related motivations and intentions, and must not have resided in Germany for longer than 15 months by the application deadline.

To apply for the scholarship, applicants must email their application documents to [email protected]. The University uses the HohCampus portal for applications, and scholarship applications submitted by email can only be considered if there is a corresponding application on HohCampus. The application deadline is December 15, 2023.

In conclusion, the University of Hohenheim DAAD Scholarships for Developing Countries provide an excellent opportunity for deserving candidates to pursue a Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics. Interested applicants should visit the official website for further details and apply before the deadline.