Graduate Opportunities

You already hold a Bachelor’s degree from a Canadian higher education institution and are looking to continue your education in Germany? Look no further: From grants in support of study or research stays to scholarship opportunities for full degrees – there is a DAAD scholarship for almost everything.

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Go Abroad

Study Stays

DAAD's Study Scholarship support Master's or graduate-level studies across the disciplinary spectrum. For Master's students considering PhD studies, DAAD offers several programs in support of doctoral studies involving German universities.

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Discover Abroad

Research

DAAD offers a variety of fellowships and grants to Master's level students looking to carry out research activities in Germany.

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Gain Experience Abroad

Internships

You can gain practical research or work experience by doing an internship in Germany. DAAD's RISE Professional program offers Master's students from fields related to the Natural Sciences or Engineering the opportunity to do a research-focused internship in a German workplace. The International Parliamentary Scholarship offers Bachelor degree holders the chance to carry out an internship with a Member of the German Parliament, the Bundestag.

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Language Abroad

Learn German

The best way to learn German is to spend time in Germany. The University Summer Course Grant supports students at all stages (Bachelor, Master's or PhD) who want to improve their German by providing funding complete a 3 - 4 week summer school at a German university.

University Summer Course Grant

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Staying in Touch

Program for Alumni

DAAD offers former long-term scholarship holders the opportunity to carry out research and working projects in Germany and to maintain contacts established there.

Re-invitation Program for Former Scholarship Holders

Eligibility

International Students and Scholars

DAAD program offerings in North America are typically open full-time students and faculty at North American universities. In most cases, international students and scholars at North American universities are eligible for our programs if they if they meet certain requirements. Learn more here about your eligibility as an international student.