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Our mission is to foster academic exchange and cooperation with individuals and institutions in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

First established in 1927 and re-opened after the war in 1952, we are the oldest of 15 DAAD branch offices.

01/09/2026

🌞Applications are now open for our University Summer Course scholarship!🌞

Take a look at a day in the life of a DAAD scholarship holder in Berlin and apply today!

Find out why you should apply from one of our former scholarship holders who spent the summer in sunny Göttingen 😎

📚 Which Courses Are Funded?

Read more about the scholarship and explore the list of available courses to find the perfect course for you here:
https://lnkd.in/e_WnmZYU

🎓 Who Can Apply?

Undergraduates and postgraduate students of ALL disciplines studying at UK & Irish universities. Applicants must hold a minimum A2 level German certificate.

⏰ Deadlines

Applications are due by October 30th 23:59 CET (22:59 GMT). Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity! Apply online through the DAAD Portal. 📅🖊️

💻Information Sessions
Want to learn more about the scholarship and what it entails? Join our online information sessions on 18th September and 16th October.

Information Session 1, 18.09. https://ow.ly/VQLH50ZzN3t
Information Session 2, 16.10. https://ow.ly/H0lT50ZzN3n

14/08/2026

🌞Applications for our University Summer Course scholarship open soon on 1st September! 🌞

With over 80 courses FULLY FUNDED and accommodation paid for, it’s the perfect way to spend summer 2027 (as well as improve your German!)

📚 Which Courses Are Funded?

Read more about the scholarship and explore the list of available courses to find the perfect course for you here:
https://tinyurl.com/vw86hx27

🎓 Who Can Apply?

Undergraduates and postgraduate students of ALL disciplines studying at UK & Irish universities. Applicants must hold a minimum A2 level German certificate.

⏰ Deadlines

Applications are due by October 30th 23:59 CET (22:59 GMT). Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Apply online through the DAAD Portal. 📅🖊️

💻Information Sessions
Want to learn more about the scholarship and what it entails? Join our online information sessions on 18th September and 16th October.

Information Session 1, 18.09. https://ow.ly/lha450ZzN3q
Information Session 2, 16.10. https://ow.ly/Nn2650ZzN3p

11/08/2026

🎓 Interested in studying in Germany? Join our info session on DAAD Study Scholarships!

Are you a student or recent graduate based in the UK or Ireland, considering a Master’s degree in Germany starting autumn 2027? This session is for you!

✅ What to expect:

Comprehensive overview of DAAD study scholarships

First-hand reports from former scholarship holders about their experiences

Application guidance and Q&A

🗓️ When: 26 August 2026, 12 pm

🔗 Sign up: bd3e3035-fc34-4a4d-b34d-f7a4603be5b9@30abdb70-b284-4830-8df7-daa5b0052ed2" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bd3e3035-fc34-4a4d-b34d-f7a4603be5b9@30abdb70-b284-4830-8df7-daa5b0052ed2

Please note: This session is intended for students and graduates from the UK or Ireland who plan to begin a Master’s degree in Germany in 2027. The application deadline for this scholarship programme is the 1 December 2026. More information in our scholarship database.

08/08/2026

📚 Currently undertaking a PhD or Postdoc position at a UK or Irish university? 🎓

The Research Grants in Germany Programme offers doctoral students and postdocs (up to 4 years after completing your doctorate) the opportunity to realise a research project at any German university, university of applied sciences, non-university research institute, music academy or art college.

💰Funding is provided for a period of 2 to 12 months for doctoral students and 2 to 6 months for postdocs.

⏰ Deadline: 01.10.2026

🖥️Online info session - 27.08.2026, register to attend here: https://ow.ly/WYqN50ZwfJc

Find out more about the programme here: https://ow.ly/yxUN50ZwfJ9

07/08/2026

🎓 Doing a PhD and want to conduct research in Germany?

The DAAD Bi-nationally Supervised Doctoral Degrees / Cotutelle scholarship supports doctoral researchers at UK or Irish institutions who want to carry out their PhD jointly between their home university and a university in Germany.

What’s included?
• €1,400/month during your stay in Germany
• Funding for 7–24 months
• Travel allowance
• Health, accident & personal liability insurance
• €460 research allowance
• Additional support may be available for rent, family and language courses

📅 Application deadline: 1 October 2026
📍 Funding starts from October 2027

Find out more and check the full eligibility requirements here: https://ow.ly/Q2q950ZxoFC

04/08/2026

Considering a Masters in Germany? 🤔

Find out more about our 'Master Studies for All Academic Disciplines' scholarship in an information session and Q&A on 26 August at 12pm. 🥳

The talk, followed by a Q&A session, is aimed in particular at advanced undergraduates and graduates (UK & Ireland) from all academic disciplines who are planning to start a Master’s degree in Germany next year (2027–28) and wish to apply for a DAAD scholarship. The application deadline is 1 December 2026 for studies commencing in autumn 2027. You can find further information about the programme in our Scholarship Database.

Register to attend here: https://www.daad.org.uk/en/event/daad-master-studies-for-all-academic-disciplines-2027-28-information-session/

12/05/2026

Are you passionate about Germany, and want to share your expertise on studying abroad with others? We are thrilled to announce we are now taking applications for the next cohort of our Young Ambassador programme for 2026/27! ☀️

After a very successful first year, with over 35 events and many new friendships and connections made, we couldn’t be happier to continue this exciting programme. The events in 2025/26 ranged from language meetups and movie/board game nights, to visits to study fairs and planning readings by German authors. We would like to give our heartfelt thanks for all the hard-work, passion and dedication to promoting study in Germany that our current Young Ambassadors for 25/26 have displayed. 👏

We’re looking for undergraduate and masters students who have studied or interned in Germany to share their experiences and promote study and scholarship opportunities. Applications are open until 29th May. All successful Young Ambassadors will be invited to a two-day workshop in London at the end of August (from the 20th to the 22nd) travel and accommodation covered!

Application link in bio! 🔗
For more information about the application process, selection criteria, and program benefits, please visit our website: www.daad.org.uk/en/about-us/daad-network/daad-young-ambassadors/

30/04/2026

Are you passionate about Germany, and want to share your expertise on studying abroad with others? We are thrilled to announce we are now taking applications for the next cohort of our Young Ambassador programme for 2026/27! ☀️

After a very successful first year, with over 35 events and many new friendships and connections made, we couldn't be happier to continue this exciting programme. The events in 2025/26 ranged from language meetups and movie/board game nights, to visits to study fairs and planning readings by German authors. We would like to give our heartfelt thanks for all the hard-work, passion and dedication to promoting study in Germany that our current Young Ambassadors for 25/26 have displayed. 👏

We’re looking for undergraduate and masters students at UK & Irish universities who have studied or interned in Germany to share their experiences and promote study and scholarship opportunities. Applications are open until 29th May. All successful Young Ambassadors will be invited to a two-day workshop in London at the end of August (from the 20th to the 22nd) travel and accommodation covered!

Please fill in this form to apply: https://www.daad.de/surveys/526917?lang=en
For more information about the application process, selection criteria, and program benefits, please visit our website: https://www.daad.org.uk/en/about-us/daad-network/daad-young-ambassadors/

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