Eligibility
The programme is open to Bachelor's graduates from around the world who are committed to building ventures and leading digital change in their home regions.
You are eligible if you
- hold a completed Bachelor's degree of three or four years in any discipline
- can study in English, demonstrated by a recognised test or a degree taught in English
- are available for the seven day programme in Germany in June 2027
- can commit to twelve months of full time study from October 2027, including six months in Germany
- have an idea or clear ambition for a venture or project in your home region
Documents for your WissenWeek application
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Curriculum vitae
- Copy of your passport
- English language certificate, if available
- Motivation statement and outline of your venture idea
All documents are uploaded once, on the WissenWeek portal.
Graduates from around the world
We welcome applications from every country. In keeping with KAAD's long standing commitment, we particularly encourage graduates from the following regions to apply.
Africa
Graduates from across the continent, from North Africa to Southern Africa.
Asia
From South and Southeast Asia to Central Asia.
Latin America
From Mexico and the Caribbean to the Southern Cone.
Middle East
Graduates from the Near and Middle East.
Eastern Europe
Central, Eastern and South Eastern Europe and the Caucasus.
All other regions
Every Bachelor's graduate who meets the requirements is welcome to apply.
Do you meet the requirements?
Apply through WissenWeek between 30 November 2026 and 31 January 2027.
