DAAD EPOS

Fully funded PhD opportunity in Agricultural Economics, Bioeconomy and Rural Development (IPPAE) in Germany, supported by the DAAD EPOS scholarship programme.

The post highlights a doctorate-level opening at Justus Liebig University Giessen and the University of Hohenheim, with a research focus on agricultural economics, bioeconomy, rural development, and related development-oriented themes. The scholarship is described as fully funded, with an estimated monthly stipend of about €1,300+, plus insurance, travel support, and family allowance. The duration is approximately 40 months.

Eligibility highlights: applicants should have a strong Master’s degree in agricultural, economic, or related sciences; at least 2 years of relevant experience; a degree usually not older than 6 years; and a strong research proposal aligned with IPPAE priorities. The post specifically notes that Pakistani researchers are eligible under the DAAD EPOS country list. English proficiency is required.

Required documents mentioned include a CV (Europass), research proposal, motivation letter, Master’s and Bachelor’s transcripts/certificates, two academic references, English certificate, passport copy, and signed DAAD forms/checklist.

How to apply: review the IPPAE themes, identify a supervisor/topic, draft a proposal aligned with the programme, prepare the DAAD documents, and submit through the host university process. If pre-selected, final documents are uploaded to the DAAD portal.

Deadline: approximately 31 August 2026 (verify on the official EPOS list).