DAAD Postgraduate Scholarships in Music | Study Music in Germany with €992 a Month
Are you a musician, singer or conductor dreaming of studying in Germany? The DAAD Study Scholarships for Graduates in Music fund international graduates to take a master’s or postgraduate course at a German music university or conservatory.
Quick summary
- Funder: DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
- Level: master’s or postgraduate study in music (10–24 months), or a one-year complementary course
- Start:from 1 October (earlier if you take a German course first)
- Monthly payment: €992
- Deadline: depends on your country; check the DAAD scholarship database
Benefits
- €992 per month
- Travel allowance and a one-off study allowance
- Health insurance
- German language course, and reimbursement of TestDaF or DSH exam fees
- In some cases, a rent subsidy or allowance for family members
- Tuition fees are not covered (most public universities in Germany charge little or no tuition)
Eligibility
- A bachelor’s degree in music, completed by the start of the scholarship and no more than 6 years before the deadline
- Admission (or likely admission) to your chosen course in Germany, and proof of the language of instruction
- Not living in Germany for more than 15 months at the deadline, and not already enrolled in a German master’s or doctorate
How to apply
- Search the DAAD scholarship database for "music", choosing your country of origin, to see your exact deadline.
- Choose your course and teacher in Germany; many music universities require a separate entrance exam.
- Apply online through the DAAD portal. Audio and video recordings are uploaded to the DAAD media database as instructed.
See also: all scholarships in Germany.
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Official website
Details checked on 13 October against the official sources linked below. Dates and amounts can change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply.
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How to apply
- Read the eligibility, benefits and required documents above.
- Prepare your documents — transcripts, CV, motivation letter and any tests required.
- Apply through the official website before the deadline.
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