What the funding covers
- A DAAD scholarship, subject to DAAD approving the funds. Our DAAD page explains what DAAD development scholarships pay.
What you will still pay
| Cost | Who pays |
|---|---|
| Living costs | The DAAD scholarship, if awarded |
| English test | You |
Who can apply
- A bachelor's of 3.5 years (seven semesters) or more in engineering.
- Two years of work experience, with written proof. Internships do not count.
- TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6 in every band, or Cambridge FCE. A letter saying you were taught in English is not enough.
- Nationality of a country on DAAD's development list for the call.
Which nationalities can apply
DAAD's development scholarships are for nationals of the countries on DAAD's list for each call; check the course's DAAD entry.
Documents you will need
- DAAD application form and checklist (DAAD applicants)
- Europass CV
- Bachelor's certificate with translation and transcripts
- Motivation letter, about 1,000 words
- Proof of two years' work
- Two signed recommendations
- TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge certificate
How to apply
- DAAD applicants apply directly through Flensburg's SEDev website, with the DAAD form and checklist signed by hand.
- Send one PDF with a Europass CV, your bachelor's certificate with translation, transcripts, a motivation letter of about 1,000 words, proof of two years' work, two signed recommendations (professional and academic) and your English test.
- DAAD applicants are interviewed between December and January, and Flensburg decides with DAAD.
Before you apply: things to know
- The DAAD deadline for the 2027–2029 batch (pre-semester from 1 September 2027, course from 1 March 2028) was 31 August 2026. Watch the page for the next round.
- A four-year KNUST or Nigerian engineering degree meets the 3.5-year rule.
- Book IELTS or TOEFL early: Flensburg does not accept medium-of-instruction letters.
Common questions
Is the Flensburg SEDev DAAD round open?
No. The round for the 2027–2029 batch closed on 31 August 2026, and the next round has not been announced.
Who can apply to SEDev with DAAD funding?
Engineers with a bachelor's of at least 3.5 years and two years of work experience, from countries on DAAD's development list.
Does Flensburg accept an English-taught degree instead of IELTS?
No. A medium-of-instruction letter is not sufficient; you need TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge FCE.