PROMOS-Auslandsstipendien (DAAD)
by DAAD / Hochschule Bremen International Office
Stipend
350-550 EUR/month (country group dependent)
Duration
1-5 months
Level
bachelor, master
Deadline
Varies per faculty (typically 2 deadlines/year)
Overview
Partial scholarships for study/internship outside Erasmus+ area (worldwide) or at Erasmus partners without agreement. Monthly part-scholarship 350-550 EUR depending on country group, for 1-5 months. No travel/fee grants. For HSB degree-seeking students (any nationality) not eligible for Erasmus+. One funding per study cycle (Bachelor/Master). Applications via faculty DIO.
Provider
DAAD / Hochschule Bremen International Office
Type
university Scholarship
Who Can Apply
HSB degree-seeking students; non-German nationals eligible if studying for degree at HSB. Excludes stays in home country for non-Germans.
Degree Levels
bachelor, master
Benefits & Financial Support
Funding Amount
350-550 EUR/month (country group dependent)
Eligibility Requirements
- Enrolled HSB Bachelor/Master (non-dual) student
- good academic standing
- no other German public funding for same stay
- one PROMOS per study cycle
What This Scholarship Covers
Living Allowance
Monthly stipend for rent, food, and daily expenses
Study Abroad
Semester, internship or thesis at a partner university abroad
In the provider's words
- living expenses abroad
How to Apply
Check Eligibility
Verify you meet the nationality, degree level, academic, and language requirements listed above.
Prepare Documents
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, CV, letters of recommendation, language certificates, and motivation letter.
Find a Programme
Identify the German university and programme you want to study. Some scholarships require university admission before applying.
Submit Application
Apply through the official application portal before the deadline. Upload all required documents as PDFs.
Interview & Selection
If shortlisted, attend an interview (may be online). Selection committees assess academic merit, motivation, and fit.
Receive Decision
Scholarship decisions typically arrive 3-6 months after the deadline. If awarded, complete visa and enrolment procedures.
Application Document Checklist
- Completed application form
- Curriculum vitae (CV / resume)
- Motivation letter / statement of purpose
- Bachelor's or Master's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts with grades
- Language proficiency certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, TestDaF, or DSH)
- Letter(s) of recommendation from university professors
- Valid passport copy
- Passport-sized photograph
- University admission letter (if already accepted)
Note: Exact document requirements vary. Always check the official scholarship page for the definitive list.
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Quick Facts
- Amount
- 350-550 EUR/month (country group dependent)
- Duration
- 1-5 months
- Degree Levels
- bachelor master
- Deadline
- Varies per faculty (typically 2 deadlines/year)
- Who Can Apply
- HSB degree-seeking students; non-German nationals eligible if studying for degree at HSB. Excludes stays in home country for non-Germans.
Frequently Asked Questions About the PROMOS-Auslandsstipendien (DAAD)
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