Digital innovation for a shared future

KAAD's new 12 month Master's in Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship prepares graduates to lead change in their home regions. Apply through WissenWeek for one of 200 fully funded places at its seven day programme in Germany, where KAAD awards 50 fully funded Master's scholarships.

About us

We are KAAD

For 65 years, KAAD has supported outstanding graduates and young professionals from Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and Eastern Europe on their path to leadership in the social, economic and cultural development of their countries.

With its own Master's in Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship, KAAD is opening a new chapter. The programme combines six months of online study with six months in Germany, is taught in English, and is fully funded for every Scholar.

Scholarship Programme 1

The Master's

Twelve months, taught in English: six months of online study from home, followed by six months in Germany.

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Fully funded

The scholarship

Tuition, monthly stipends, travel, health insurance, visa costs and a laptop allowance, all covered.

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How it works

Three steps from application to Master's

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Apply to WissenWeek

Submit a single application on the WissenWeek portal between 30 November 2026 and 31 January 2027.

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Become a Fellow

200 applicants are invited to a fully funded seven day programme in Germany in June 2027.

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Become a KAAD Scholar

During the programme, KAAD selects 50 Fellows for a fully funded place on its 12 month Master's.

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Latest news

10/11/2026 | APPLICATION

Applications open on 30 November 2026

Apply through WissenWeek by 31 January 2027 for one of 200 fully funded Fellow places and the opportunity to become a KAAD Scholar.

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Key dates

  • Online | 30.11.2026

    Applications open on the WissenWeek portal
  • Online | 31.01.2027

    Application deadline
  • Online | 22.02.2027

    WissenWeek announces the 200 Fellows
  • Germany | June 2027

    WissenWeek seven day programme, fully funded for all Fellows

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Scholarship Programme 1 at a glance

200fully funded Fellow places
50fully funded Master's scholarships
12months of study
0 EURtuition fees
10,700+KAAD alumni worldwide

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