DAAD MIPLC Scholarships 2025/2026 for Students from Developing Countries – Germany. The Munich Intellectual Property Law Center (MIPLC) offers scholarships as part of the DAAD’s “Development-Related Postgraduate Courses” program. These scholarships are specifically designed to support students from developing countries who are pursuing postgraduate studies in Germany, particularly in development-oriented fields.
| Name | DAAD MIPLC Scholarships |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Amount | Full tuition waiver + EUR 750 monthly stipend + Health & Travel Allowance |
| Deadline | 15 October 2024 |
| Website | DAAD MIPLC Scholarships Webpage |
About the DAAD MIPLC Scholarships:
The DAAD promotes the training of specialists from developing and newly industrialized countries through its development-oriented postgraduate study programs. The aim is to create well-trained local experts who are networked with international partners, playing a crucial role in the sustainable development of their home countries. These experts are seen as vital for ensuring a better future with reduced poverty, increased education, and improved health for all.
The scholarships provide foreign graduates from developing and newly industrialized countries, from all disciplines, the opportunity to pursue a postgraduate or Master’s degree at a state or state-recognized German university. In exceptional cases, it may also cover doctoral studies. The program supports obtaining a university qualification (Master’s/PhD) in Germany.
Fields of Study:
- Development-Related Postgraduate Courses
Type:
- Postgraduate (Master’s/PhD)
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates eligible for the DAAD scholarship for “Development-Related Postgraduate Courses” must:
- Hold at least a four-year Bachelor’s degree (or a three-year Bachelor’s degree plus a further degree) with above-average results.
- Have received their latest degree no more than six years ago.
- Have at least two years of full-time professional experience gained in a public authority, state, or private company in a developing country. Note that university staff and academics are generally not eligible. The required two years of experience must be completed by the time the program starts in October. This experience must have been gained after completing your first university degree.
- Have English test scores that meet the MIPLC requirements (details available on the scholarship website).
Number of Awardees:
- Not specified
Value of Scholarship:
The DAAD MIPLC Scholarship offers the following benefits:
- Full Tuition Waiver: The scholarship recipient(s) will receive a full tuition waiver from the MIPLC.
- Monthly Stipend: The DAAD provides a monthly stipend of EUR 750.00.
- Insurance Coverage: The scholarship includes payments towards health, accident, and liability insurance coverage in Germany.
- Travel Allowance: The DAAD will generally pay an appropriate travel allowance unless these costs are covered by the home country or another funding source.
- Study and Research Allowance: Additional financial support for study and research-related expenses.
- German Language Course: The scholarship covers a mandatory two-month German language course before the start of the MIPLC LL.M. program.
- Exclusions: The scholarship does not cover additional costs such as enrollment fees or the fees for a semester ticket for public transport in Munich.
Duration of Scholarship:
- The scholarship is awarded for the duration of the course.
Application Process:
To apply for the DAAD MIPLC Scholarships, follow these steps:
- Review Eligibility: Consult the List of all Postgraduate Courses 2024/25 and read the information carefully to determine if you are eligible according to DAAD and MIPLC standards. Where MIPLC and DAAD have differing requirements, the stricter requirements prevail.
- Apply for Admission: Submit an application for admission to the MIPLC. During the online application process, indicate that you would like to apply for the DAAD scholarship by checking the relevant option. Complete the MIPLC Financial Assistance Application Form that opens automatically.
- Complete Scholarship Forms: Download and complete the DAAD Scholarship Application Form. Ensure you include all the required documents as outlined by both MIPLC and DAAD. Note that the MIPLC does not require a research proposal.
- Submit Your Application: Assemble all necessary documents into a single application package. This includes the MIPLC application form for admission, the financial assistance application, and the DAAD scholarship application form. Only the original application package is needed; no additional copies are required. Make copies of all documents for your records, as you may need to upload electronic copies to the DAAD’s system if awarded the scholarship.
- Send Your Application: Submit your complete application package directly to MIPLC. If you are from Cameroon, you must submit your application through the German Embassy in your country. Ensure your application reaches MIPLC by October 15, 2024.
Important Information Table:
For more detailed information and application instructions, please visit the DAAD MIPLC Scholarships Webpage.
