Germany DAAD INEMA Scholarship 2026 for International Students

If you are a professional in the field of education, pedagogy, or international business administration and are looking to enhance your global career prospects, applications are now open for the DAAD-supported INEMA Master’s Scholarship 2026. The International Education Management (INEMA) program is a part-time Master of Arts degree jointly offered by the University of Education Ludwigsburg, Germany in cooperation with Helwan University, Cairo (Egypt).

This program blends academic excellence with professional application and is specially designed for working professionals seeking to expand their expertise in education management and international learning systems. Read on for details

🎓 Scholarship Summary

• Location: Ludwigsburg, Germany (with cooperation modules at Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt)

• Host Institution: University of Education Ludwigsburg

• Study Level: Master of Arts (MA) – postgraduate, part-time

• Target Group: Education professionals, pedagogues, adult learning specialists, and international business administrators

• Fields of Study: International Education Management, Adult Learning, Pedagogy, International Business Administration

• Value & Coverage: Tuition fees of €2,200 per semester; applicants may apply for DAAD funding and other institutional scholarships

• Duration: 6 semesters (3 years, part-time)

• Application Deadline:

  • Germans & Residents: 15 March 2026

  • Self-payers: 31 July 2026

  • EU & Non-EU International Students: Already closed for this intake – encouraged to check for the next cycle

• Program Start Date: Winter Semester 2026

• Eligibility: Germans, EU, and non-EU applicants with relevant undergraduate degrees and professional background in education or related fields

💡Program Overview

The INEMA Master’s Program focuses on International Education Management with a curriculum designed to address global educational challenges. Delivered in English and German, the program includes modules in:

• Education Management and Policy

• Adult Education and Lifelong Learning

• International Business Administration

• Cross-cultural Pedagogy

• Leadership in International Education Systems

The program is structured as a part-time Master’s degree spread over six semesters, making it suitable for professionals who want to balance work and study.

🎁 Benefits

• Tuition Support: €2,200 per semester (with opportunities to apply for DAAD funding or other scholarships to cover costs).

• Academic and Professional Training: Strong interdisciplinary focus combining education, pedagogy, and international business.

• International Exposure: Joint program with Helwan University, Cairo, ensuring intercultural academic experiences.

• Networking Opportunities: Engage with education leaders, policy makers, and practitioners across Europe, Africa, and beyond.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the DAAD INEMA Scholarship 2026, applicants must:

1. Hold an undergraduate degree in education, pedagogy, adult learning, business administration, or a related field.

2. Have professional experience in education or relevant sectors.

3. Demonstrate motivation and commitment to international education management.

4. Meet the language requirements (English/German proficiency).

5. Apply within the specified deadlines for their category (German, EU, Non-EU, or self-paying applicants).

Application Procedure

Interested applicants must follow these steps:

1. Apply Online via the University of Education Ludwigsburg portal.

2. Submit the following documents:

   • Completed application form

   • Certified copies of academic transcripts and degree certificates

   • Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English or German

   • Motivation letter explaining career goals and interest in international education management

   • Proof of professional experience (if applicable)

   • Language certificates (TOEFL/IELTS, TestDaF, or equivalent)

   • Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees

3. Explore DAAD scholarship options or external funding opportunities.

🔍 Additional Information

• The program admits only in the Winter Semester.

• International students whose deadlines have passed are encouraged to prepare for the 2027 cycle.

• Tuition fee waivers are not provided directly, but DAAD and other scholarships may fully or partially cover costs.

• For questions, applicants can contact the INEMA Student Advisory Service at inemaatph-ludwigsburg.de.

🔗 Official Link

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