Scholarship

DAAD‑EPOS Scholarship for a Master’s Degree in Marine Biology in Germany 2027

The German Academic Exchange Service ( DAAD ) offers a limited number of scholarships through its EPOS programme to applicants from eligible developing countries who wish to stu…

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Country
Germany
Level
Master
Funding
Fully funded
Deadline
2026-10-15
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Overview

The German Academic Exchange Service ( DAAD ) offers a limited number of scholarships through its EPOS programme to applicants from eligible developing countries who wish to study the International Studies in Aquatic Tropical Ecology (ISATEC) profile at the University of Bremen in Germany.

ISATEC is a study profile within the Master of Science in Marine Biology. It focuses on the study, protection and sustainable management of tropical aquatic ecosystems. Its subjects include ecology, fisheries biology, aquaculture, ecological economics, coastal planning and resource management.

The programme is taught entirely in English on a full-time basis and lasts four semesters, or two years. It begins in the winter semester, with the exact starting date determined by the University of Bremen.

Applicants must:

Are you eligible?

Check the main criteria before you apply.

  • Must be a citizen of an eligible developing country.
  • Hold a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, or a closely related field.
  • Achieve an academic grade equivalent to at least 2.5 on the German grading scale.
  • Demonstrate high academic performance, preferably ranking within the top third of your graduating class.
  • Possess a minimum of two years of relevant professional experience post-Bachelor's degree.
  • The Bachelor's degree should generally not have been obtained more than six years prior to the application date.
  • Exhibit a clear developmental motivation and the potential to contribute to the development of your home country and community.
  • Must not have resided in Germany for more than 15 months at the application deadline.
  • Meet the specific English language proficiency requirements for the program.
  • Be able to commit to full-time study in Germany for two years.

What the scholarship covers

Tuition fees

Included

Monthly stipend

⁦992 EUR⁩

Accommodation

Included

Required documents

CV / résumé

Motivation letter

Diplomas & transcripts

Passport

Language certificate

How to apply

  1. 1

    Application portal opens

    1 August 2026 .

  2. 2

    Application deadline

    15 October 2026 .

  3. 3

    Programme start

    Winter semester, on the date determined by the University of Bremen.

  4. 4

    Programme duration

    Four semesters, or two years.

  5. 5

    Register through the University of Bremen’s MOIN online application portal.

  6. 6

    Select Marine Biology DAAD , not the regular Marine Biology option.

  7. 7

    Upload all documents required for university admission and the DAAD-EPOS scholarship.

  8. 8

    Upload the DAAD application form and additional documents under the Further Documents section.

Important dates

  1. 1
    Closing soon

    2026-10-15

    Deadline

  2. 2

    2026-08-01

    Program start

Frequently asked questions

Is professional experience mandatory?

Yes. Applicants must have at least two years of relevant professional experience after completing their Bachelor’s degree.

Does the programme charge tuition fees?

The University of Bremen does not charge tuition fees for this programme. However, it currently charges a semester contribution of approximately €425 . The official sources do not state whether the DAAD scholarship covers this contribution.

What level of English is required?

Applicants must provide official proof of English proficiency at C1 level , in accordance with the University of Bremen’s requirements.

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