2026 DAAD Study Scholarships in Architecture For Masters Students (Fully Funded)

The DAAD Study Scholarships offer you the opportunity to continue your education in Germany with a postgraduate or continuing course of study in the field of architecture.

The DAAD Scholarship in Architecture also promote the exchange of experience and networking amongst colleagues.

In this study programme, you can complete;

1. a Master’s degree/postgraduate degree leading to a final qualification
2. or
3. a complementary course that does not lead to a final qualification (not an undergraduate course);

at a state or state-recognized German university of your choice.

Summary

1. Host: DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
2. Study Abroad: Study in Europe
3. Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships
4. Eligible Countries: All Countries
5. Reward: Full Scholarship, €11,904 Annual Stipend, Research Allowance, Travel Expenses, Accommodation Support
6. Application Deadline: September 24, 2025

Eligibility Criteria for 2026 DAAD Study Scholarships in Architecture For Masters Students (Fully Funded)

To be considered for the DAAD Study Scholarships in Architecture, applicants must be students who:

1. have gained a first university (Bachelor’s) degree in the areas of;
2. Architecture, Interior Design, Monument Conservation and Building in Existing Contexts/Reconditioning of Old Buildings, Urban Planning/Urban Development, Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning at the latest by the time they commence their scholarship-supported study programme.
3. clearly show motivation and strong commitment;
4. have thorough knowledge of the language of instruction. Check out our website.;

Funding for a Master’s degree programme/a postgraduate degree programme that has already started in Germany cannot be granted.

Required Documents for 2026 DAAD Scholarship in Architecture

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents:

1. DAAD application form duly filled in (available in the DAAD-Portal)
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Bachelor’s degree certificate, including the final grade
4. Transcripts for all semesters of the Bachelor’s degree programme (if possible)
5. Motivation letter (DAAD form) [docx-file] explaining:
6. previous academic career (including a listing of universities and study programmes attended);
7. motivation for the application.
8. Copy of the passport
9. If available, a letter of acceptance from the host university in Germany.
10. If you have not yet received notification of admission at the time of application, you must submit this before the funding period begins.

Benefits of 2026 DAAD Study Scholarships in Architecture For Masters Students (Fully Funded)

1. A monthly payment of 992 euros
2. Travel allowance
3. One-off study allowance
4. Payments towards health, accident and personal liability insurance cover

Under certain circumstances, you can apply for the following additional benefits after the start of funding:

1. Monthly rent subsidy
2. Monthly allowance for accompanying members of family.
3. Payment of course fees for an online language course after receipt of the Scholarship Award Letter
4. Green Mobility Top Up (Support for climate-friendly travel) or reimbursement of carbon offset payments for air travel

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) on mydaad.b2clogin.com to apply

For more details, visit DAAD scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

September 25, 2025

Application Link(s)

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