Pakistani professionals have an opportunity to pursue a fully supported master’s degree in Germany through the DAAD EPOS Scholarship for the 2027-28 academic year.
The scholarship is available for eligible Pakistani applicants seeking admission to the MSc Environmental Governance program at the University of Freiburg. The two-year, English-taught program is designed for professionals from developing and newly industrialised countries who want to build advanced knowledge and skills in environmental governance.
Successful scholarship recipients will receive a monthly stipend of €992, along with insurance support and a travel allowance under DAAD rules. Scholarship holders at the University of Freiburg are also exempt from the €1,500-per-semester study fee normally charged to non-EU students.
Applications for the October 2027 intake opened on June 15, 2026, while the deadline is October 15, 2026.
DAAD EPOS Scholarship 2027 Details
The DAAD EPOS scholarship provides financial support to qualified professionals who want to pursue postgraduate education in Germany.
For the University of Freiburg’s MSc Environmental Governance program, the scholarship covers a range of expenses during the funding period.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scholarship | DAAD EPOS Scholarship |
| University | University of Freiburg |
| Country | Germany |
| Degree | MSc Environmental Governance |
| Level | Master’s |
| Pakistani Applicants | Eligible |
| Duration | 2 years / 4 semesters |
| Monthly Stipend | €992 |
| Study Fee | €1,500 per semester exempted for scholarship holders |
| Insurance | Health, accident and personal liability support |
| Travel Allowance | Available under DAAD rules |
| Professional Experience | At least 2 years after Bachelor’s |
| Academic Requirement | Above average / upper third |
| Applications Opened | June 15, 2026 |
| Deadline | October 15, 2026 |
| Program Start | October 2027 |
| Language | English |
| Credits | 120 ECTS |
What the Scholarship Covers
Successful DAAD EPOS Master’s scholarship recipients receive a monthly payment of €992 throughout the applicable funding period.
The scholarship also provides support toward health, accident and personal liability insurance. DAAD may additionally provide a travel allowance, unless travel expenses are already covered by another organisation or by the applicant’s home country.
Depending on individual circumstances, additional financial support may also be available. This can include a monthly rent subsidy and an allowance for accompanying family members.
Another major benefit for successful applicants is the exemption from the University of Freiburg’s €1,500-per-semester study fee for non-EU students.
These benefits can significantly reduce the financial burden on international students pursuing the programme in Germany.
Who Can Apply?
The DAAD EPOS Scholarship is aimed at young professionals from eligible developing and newly industrialised countries. Pakistan is among the countries eligible under the DAAD EPOS framework.
Applicants must have completed an academic degree that is no more than six years old at the time of application.
Candidates are also required to have at least two years of relevant professional experience after completing their Bachelor’s degree.
Internships and voluntary work do not count toward the required professional experience. The University of Freiburg also notes that employment primarily involving academic teaching or research normally does not qualify as relevant professional experience, except in limited circumstances.
Applicants should therefore carefully assess their professional background before applying.
Academic Requirements
Candidates are expected to have an above-average academic record and generally rank within the upper third of their graduating class for the DAAD EPOS selection process.
For admission to the MSc Environmental Governance programme, applicants generally need a relevant Bachelor’s degree with a grade equivalent to 2.5 or better under the German grading system.
Relevant academic backgrounds can include:
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Sciences
- Agriculture
- Forestry
- Geography
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Law
- Economics
- Development Studies
- Natural Resource Management
- Related disciplines
Applicants should ensure that their previous academic studies are sufficiently relevant to the Environmental Governance programme.
English Language Requirements
Since the MSc Environmental Governance programme is taught in English, applicants must provide an accepted proof of English-language proficiency.
The listed minimum requirements include:
| Test | Minimum Requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Band 7.0 |
| PTE Academic | 76 |
| Cambridge English | C1 level |
| TOEFL iBT | 95 for tests taken before 2026 |
| TOEFL from 2026 onward | Accepted under the university’s revised scoring scale |
Applicants should check the university’s current requirements before submitting their documents, particularly for tests taken under revised scoring systems.
Documents Required
Candidates need to prepare a complete application package for both admission to the MSc Environmental Governance programme and consideration for the DAAD EPOS Scholarship.
The required documents include the DAAD and MEG application forms, motivation letter, CV, Bachelor’s degree certificate and academic transcript.
Applicants must also provide proof of relevant professional experience and an accepted English-language certificate.
The application package must include the signed DAAD checklist along with any other supporting documents requested by the University of Freiburg.
Because the scholarship selection is competitive, applicants should make sure that all documents are complete and accurately prepared before submission.
Two Recommendation Letters Required
Applicants must also arrange two recommendation letters.
One recommendation should come from the applicant’s current employer, while the second should be provided by an academic teacher or supervisor.
Importantly, applicants are not required to submit these recommendation letters themselves. The referees must send their letters directly to the MSc Environmental Governance programme by the application deadline.
Candidates should therefore contact their referees well in advance to ensure the letters reach the university on time.
How to Apply
Applicants need to prepare all required documents and combine or compress them into one PDF file according to the programme’s application instructions.
The complete application must then be sent by email to the MSc Environmental Governance programme at the University of Freiburg.
Candidates should carefully review the application requirements before sending their documents and ensure that all required forms, certificates, recommendations and supporting materials are included.
Application Deadline
Applications for the October 2027 intake opened on June 15, 2026, and the final deadline is October 15, 2026.
With the deadline approaching, eligible Pakistani professionals interested in environmental governance should prepare their documents and submit their applications well before the closing date.
The DAAD EPOS Scholarship offers Pakistani professionals an opportunity to study in Germany while receiving financial support that includes a €992 monthly stipend, insurance assistance, travel allowance and exemption from the University of Freiburg’s €1,500-per-semester study fee.
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