DAAD Scholarships in Architecture 2027/28

This scholarship programme offers you the opportunity to continue your education in Germany with a postgraduate or continuing course of study in the field of architecture. The scholarships also promote the exchange of experience and networking amongst colleagues.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Study LevelMasters , PhD
• SponsorDAAD
• School to study
• Course to studyArchitecture
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Monthly scholarship payment.
• Travel allowance.
• One-time study allowance.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Accident insurance coverage.
• Personal liability insurance coverage.
• Possible monthly rent subsidy under certain conditions.
• Possible allowance for accompanying family members under certain conditions.
• German language preparation before beginning studies.

Requirements

• International applicants may apply according to the applicable DAAD country requirements.
• Applicants should hold a first university degree in a relevant field.
• Eligible academic backgrounds may include Architecture, Interior Design, Urban Planning, Urban Development, Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning, or Monument Conservation.
• Applicants must meet the admission requirements of their selected German university and study program.
• Candidates must submit appropriate work samples or a portfolio as required by DAAD.

Requirements also vary by country kindly visit the DAAD webpage for more information.

• You can apply if you have gained a first university degree in the areas of :
  Architecture, Interior Design, Monument Conservation and Building in Existing Contexts/Reconditioning of Old Buildings, Urban Design/Urban Development, Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning at the latest by the time they commence their scholarship-supported study programme.

Selection Process

Selection

• After you have uploaded your application documents to the DAAD portal, the DAAD will first carry out a formal check. It will be checked whether the application requirements have been met and whether the application is complete. If this is the case, you will be asked to submit your work samples.
• A special DAAD committee made up of professors from German universities makes the final decision about scholarships in the field of architecture. The decision is based upon written applications and work samples which have to be submitted (Subject-specific information - DAAD).

Selection criteria

• the academic qualification and architectural maturity, measured by study achievements and work samples
• the quality of the project as measured by the study plan and the letter of motivation

In addition, the selection committee will give due consideration to aspects of equal opportunities, on which you can provide information in the application form.

Application Documents

• Completed online application.
• Valid passport or identification document.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Academic degree certificate.
• Academic transcripts.
• Motivation letter.
• Information about the planned study program.
• Portfolio or required work samples.
• Proof of language proficiency, where applicable.

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Eutopia PhD Co-tutelle Call

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to DAAD on www2.daad.de to apply