Master's and PhD Scholarships in Public Health, Epidemiology, and Global Health (Germany/EU) Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich in Germany

Multiple fully funded scholarship opportunities are available for Master's and PhD studies in Public Health, Epidemiology, and Global Health across Germany and the EU. These include the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s in Public Health (Europubhealth+), which offers a double degree and the chance to study across several European countries, with scholarships covering tuition, stipend, travel, and insurance for top applicants. The application deadline for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship is 8 January 2026, with a later deadline for self-funded applicants.

The PhD in Epidemiology & Public Health at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU Munich) is funded by the DAAD Graduate School Scholarship Programme. This international and interdisciplinary program is part of the Pettenkofer School of Public Health and the Munich Medical Research School. Research areas include clinical, molecular, and genetic epidemiology, clinical trials, digital health, health economics, and evidence-based public health. The program is conducted in English, with no tuition fees, and provides a living stipend, insurance, and research support. Applicants must have a relevant master's degree and strong English proficiency. The deadline is 31 January 2026.

Heidelberg University offers an MSc in International Health with DAAD EPOS and KAAD scholarships, both fully funded and including a living stipend and travel support. The DAAD EPOS application deadline is 15 October 2025, and the program application deadline is 31 March 2026. Additionally, various DAAD-funded master's programs in Public Health and Global Health are available at German universities, with full funding through the DAAD EPOS scheme.

These opportunities are ideal for students interested in public health systems, epidemiology, health policy, health data science, and global health. Applicants should have a strong academic background in a relevant field and meet the English language requirements. For more information and to apply, visit the provided program links and follow the specific application instructions for each scholarship.