Information for foreigners

Study and research in Germany

All you need to know if you are interested in studying, doing research, or teaching in Germany. The scholarship database provides a quick overview.

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Information for Germans

Study and research abroad

You wish to study or do research abroad, or want to apply for a teaching assignment? Here you will find useful information, also on internships, and funding opportunities.

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Language tests and lektors

German studies and language

With lektors, scholarships and standardised language tests (TestDaF) we promote the German language worldwide. We set up Centres for German and European Studies.

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Alumni and scholarship holders

New e-mail service and forum

Welcome to the new email-service for DAAD-scholarship holders and alumni! Please register giving the necessary information you are asked for.

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German universities

Internationalisation of German universities

We offer information for universities that wish to expand their international relations or want to place a study programme on the worldwide education market.

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eu.daad.de

EU programmes

Europäische Union

For many years the DAAD has been the National Agency for academic EU programmes on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF).

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Development cooperation

Cooperation with universities in developing countries

In developing countries, the DAAD supports the founding of universities and the training of executive personnel. We offer versatile funding programmes for partner universities.

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