Postgraduate Studies in the Field of Architecture DAAD Study Scholarships 2026

Key Scholarship Details

Scholarship Overview

Eligibility for the DAAD Study Scholarships - Postgraduate Studies in the Field of Architecture: Eligibility for the DAAD Study Scholarships - Postgraduate Studies in the Field of Architecture: Applicants must be international students who received a first university degree in the field of architecture or a relevant area at the time of application. Applicants should be commencing a Master's degree/postgraduate degree or a complementary course that doesn't result in a final qualification at a state/ state-recognized German university. Candidates who are already in the first year of their postgraduate course in Germany can apply in their second year. Candidates must have taken their final exams not more than 6 months before the date of the deadline Applicants who have been residents in Germany for more than 15 months by the date of the deadline are ineligible to apply. Selection Criteria: The artistic qualification and artistic maturity, are measured by study achievements and work samples. The quality of the project is measured by the study plan and the letter of motivation. Application Process: Students need to submit an application form to be eligible for the scholarship. Documents required: Application form CV Letter of motivation in 1-3 pages Form about their preferred master's degrees (for master's degree applicants) Letter of acceptance from the host university (for master's degree applicants) Confirmation of supervision from a university teacher in Germany (for Complementary studies applicants) All University certificates along with an explanation of the grading system Translations should be submitted (German/English) if they are in other languages List of all submitted designs/plans Declaration form of designs/plans that are produced by them or the people involved  Proof of German, and English language proficiency Other documents that might be useful. Value of the Scholarship: A monthly payment of 992 euros Travel allowance One-off study allowance Payments toward health, accident, and personal liability insurance cover

Eligible Fields of Study

Application Requirements

• Valid academic transcripts for previous degree (Bachelor's / Master's).
• Statement of Purpose (SOP) or Research Proposal aligned with chosen course.
• Academic and/or Professional Letters of Recommendation (LORs).
• Proof of English proficiency (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE) if mandated by provider.