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Germany and its universities are open to the world. Scholars interested in pursuing their academic work in Germany will find colleagues intrigued by the possibilities of collaboration and a research infrastructure that is both accessible and high quality.

DAAD works to foster connections between scholars and institutions in North America and their counterparts in Germany by offering a number of programs to strengthen the links between academics in Germany and North America. These programs support both the activities of individual scholars and post-secondary institutions seeking to strengthen their international ties and details on these opportunities can be found below.

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Opportunities in Germany

Research

Germany is home to an exceptional research infrastructure including world class laboratories, research institutes, libraries and archives. These facilities are typically accessible to international scholars, and Research Stays helps academics carry out short-term research in Germany (1-3 months) by covering their living expenses while in the country for research purposes.

Work Abroad

Faculty Mobility

Come to Germany for a short-term research stay or a long-term research position in a university, research institute or industry. International researchers can research and work in a state of the art working environment as part of an international team.

Discover

Getting to Know Germany

DAAD offers several programs to foster deeper institutional links between North American and German universities for both individual faculty members as well as faculty-led student groups.

Scholarship Database

Find funding

Here you can find information on various kinds of DAAD funding for students, graduates and postdocs as well as on funding offered by other selected organizations.

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Study in Berlin – Summer and Winter

FUBiS is an intensive academic program of Freie Universität Berlin through which students can earn credits. Sessions run for 3 to 6 weeks taking place in summer and winter.

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Creating Sustainable Futures – Summer School 2025 at Kiel UAS

Unlock New Opportunities: Come on board the Summer School at Kiel University of Applied Sciences

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The University of Mannheim – your gateway to the world!

The University of Mannheim offers the perfect combination of top-ranked degree programs, international flair, and an ideal learning environment, right in the heart of Europe.

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Take the next step in your Finance Career with our MBA Program

If you are interested in management and finance, our premium accredited MBA program Financial Management opens up a wide range of career opportunities in the German market.

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M.A./M.Sc. Human and Artificial Intelligence

Discover our brand-new Master's program for graduates of Philosophy, Psychology, and Computer Science!

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Study in Berlin - MBA & International Master’s Programmes

Study management in English. Improve your leadership skills. Gain digital know-how. Become part of an international student body. Benefit from many corporate activities, valuable career consultation a...

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A degree that makes a difference – study at RPTU in Landau!

Embark on a journey to unravel environmental challenges with our international degrees in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Pollution Management and ENCHURE.

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Development Studies (M.A.)

Your Master’s degree to understand development processes in times of global change! Be a part of our highly internationalized programme and apply now!

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English-taught Bachelor’s and Master’s programs at Hof University

Shape your future with our career-focused Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in English, featuring hands-on learning, internships, and strong industry connections!

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Philosophy and Computer Science (M.A. / M.Sc.)

Think. Code. Transform. This interdisciplinary master’s programme combines philosophy and computer science to address challenges raised by modern information technologies.

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English-taught Bachelor Programs in Mechatronics & Mechanical Engineer...

Welcome at Aalen University of Applied Sciences – Discover your future in Germany and start your career with one of our fully English-taught bachelor programs Mechatronics Engineering and Mechanical E...

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Applications open: Research in Design, Art and Media (M.A.)

Designing the Future: The Master's program for up-and-coming (media) artists, designers, photographers, filmmakers etc. Apply now for winter semester 2025!

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Global Change Ecology (M.Sc.)

Your master’s degree linking natural science perspectives on global change with approaches in social science! Be a part of our international master’s programme and apply now!

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GET MA – Study Social Sciences with a Global Focus

GET MA – Global and European Transformations – is an interdisciplinary MA combining political science and sociology for careers in NGOs, public policy, and academia.

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International Master’s program Mind, Brain and Behavior

Are you interested in studying human perception and behavior with state-of-the-art experimental and neuroscience methods? Join our Master’s program in Germany!

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Be part of the transition to the future shape of energy

Join our English-taught Bachelor of Science in Energy Systems Engineering and Management!

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Study Paper Technology (M.Eng.) in Munich!

Paper Technology – the international high-tech Master programme for Engineers in the beautiful city of Munich! Where Engineering Meets Sustainability – Your Career in Fiber & Bio-Based Materials!

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Data, Science and AI (B.Sc./B.A.)

Good in Mathematics? Like working with computers? Want to understand the theoretical foundations of modern information technologies and learn how to use them?

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Study International Business or Tourism in the Heart of Europe

Practice-focused, multilingual, affordable Bachelor & Master business programmes at a modern campus located in one of Europe’s economic powerhouses. Ready for a global career?

Technische Hochschule Ostwestfalen-Lippe University of Applied Sciences and Arts

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Study in Germany International Master “Sustainable Landscape Design an...

Designing and developing future-proof sustainable landscapes and cityscapes.

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Apply for Fellowship and Event Funding at the University of Passau

Join the University of Passau (Germany) as PICAIS Research Fellow or organize an academic event together with local researchers in Passau

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Study at Germany´s oldest private business university

Since 1971, EBS Universität educates the leaders of tomorrow. Start your bachelor's or master's studies at EBS now and be empowered to make a difference in the world.

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