Scholarship Programme 1
50 fully funded scholarships for KAAD's 12 month Master's in Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship, awarded to Fellows of the WissenWeek programme.
Comprehensive support for twelve months
Tuition
The complete Master's programme, free of tuition fees.
Laptop and data
An allowance for a laptop and internet access ahead of the online phase.
Monthly stipends
A stipend during the online phase and a full monthly stipend during the stay in Germany.
Travel
A return flight to Germany for the onsite phase.
Health insurance
Full health insurance for the duration of the stay in Germany.
Visa costs
Fees for the student visa and residence permit.
Local transport
A Deutschlandticket for public transport throughout Germany.
Seminars and mentoring
KAAD seminars, a personal alumni mentor and Demo Day.
The exact amounts are set out in each Scholar's scholarship agreement.
How the 50 Scholars are selected
Every scholarship begins with an application to WissenWeek, which selects 200 Fellows for its fully funded seven day programme in Germany.
All 200 Fellows are considered for the KAAD scholarship. KAAD's selection panel reviews their academic profiles in advance and meets each candidate in person during the programme.
- 1
Profile review
Before the programme, KAAD assesses each Fellow's degree, CV, motivation and venture idea.
- 2
Venture pitch
On day four, every Fellow presents their venture idea to the KAAD selection panel.
- 3
Interview
On day five, shortlisted Fellows meet the panel for a personal interview.
- 4
Announcement on day seven
KAAD announces the 50 Scholars at the close of the programme. Offers are issued the same day.
Next steps for Scholars
Scholars receive their letters of admission and scholarship award from KAAD and confirm their place online within two weeks.
Before the online phase begins in October 2027, each Scholar receives the laptop allowance, access to the learning platform and an alumni mentor from their region. The KAAD letters also serve as proof of funding for the German student visa.
Ready to apply?
All applications are submitted through WissenWeek. The application period opens on 30 November 2026.
Apply through WissenWeek
