The DAAD MIPLC Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded Master of Laws (LL.M.) scholarship under the DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) programme. It supports outstanding professionals from developing countries who wish to study the LL.M. in Intellectual Property and Competition Law at the Munich Intellectual Property Law Center (MIPLC), a joint institution of the Technical University of Munich (TUM), the University of Augsburg, the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition, and The George Washington University Law School. The scholarship covers full tuition fees, provides a monthly DAAD stipend, health insurance, travel allowance, a study and research allowance, and a German language course before the programme begins.
About the DAAD MIPLC Scholarship
The DAAD MIPLC Scholarship supports professionals from developing countries who want to specialise in Intellectual Property (IP) and Competition Law through MIPLC’s internationally recognised one-year LL.M. programme. The programme combines legal, economic, and policy perspectives while examining how intellectual property systems promote innovation, technology transfer, competition, and sustainable economic development. Students study subjects such as patents, copyrights, trademarks, digital markets, AI law, competition law, innovation policy, and the regulation of emerging technologies.
The programme is taught entirely in English and attracts students from around the world with backgrounds in law, engineering, science, business, economics, and related disciplines. It also includes practical learning opportunities, networking with international experts, and access to one of the world’s largest intellectual property law libraries.
Why Choose The DAAD MIPLC Scholarship?
This scholarship enables students to pursue a world-class legal education in intellectual property and competition law without the financial burden of tuition and living expenses.
You benefit from:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Monthly DAAD living stipend
- Health, accident, and liability insurance
- Travel allowance
- Study and research allowance
- German language course before the programme
- Access to world-leading IP researchers and practitioners
- International learning environment with students from across the globe
- Strong alumni network and career support
Graduates pursue careers in:
- Intellectual Property Law
- Competition Law
- Government Agencies
- International Organisations
- Patent and Trademark Offices
- Research Institutions
- Technology Companies
- Universities
- Legal Practice
- Innovation Policy
DAAD MIPLC Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Germany
- Host Institution: Munich Intellectual Property Law Center (MIPLC)
- Partner Universities: Technical University of Munich (TUM), University of Augsburg, Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition, The George Washington University Law School
- Scholarship Name: DAAD MIPLC Scholarship (EPOS)
- Study Level: Master’s (LL.M.)
- Programme: Master of Laws in Intellectual Property and Competition Law
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Study Mode: Full-Time
- Programme Duration: 12 months
- Language of Instruction: English
- Eligible Applicants: Applicants from eligible developing countries
- Application Mode: Online
- DAAD EPOS Application Period: 1 June – 15 October
- Selection Basis: Academic excellence, professional experience, leadership potential, and commitment to development after graduation.
Scholarship Benefits
The DAAD EPOS scholarship provides:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Monthly DAAD living stipend
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
- Travel allowance (where applicable)
- Study and research allowance
- Two-month German language course before the programme (where applicable)
The scholarship enables recipients to complete the programme without paying the MIPLC tuition fee, which is EUR 39,500 for self-funded students.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an eligible developing country under the DAAD EPOS programme.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent).
- Normally possess 240 ECTS credits (or equivalent). Applicants with a three-year bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) may qualify if they have two years of relevant professional experience after graduation.
- Have at least two years of relevant professional experience after completing their first university degree.
- Demonstrate strong English language proficiency.
- Meet all DAAD EPOS scholarship requirements.
- Show motivation to contribute to the social, legal, or economic development of their home country after completing the programme.
Applicants from law, engineering, natural sciences, business, economics, management, and other related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
English Language Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following (taken within the last three years):
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum 85
- IELTS Academic: Minimum 6.5
- Cambridge C1 Advanced: Minimum 185
The requirement is waived for native English speakers or applicants who completed their previous degree entirely in English (subject to the programme’s conditions).
Required Documents
Applicants typically submit:
- DAAD application form
- MIPLC admission application
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letter of motivation
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificates
- Proof of professional experience
- English language test results (if required)
- Two letters of recommendation
- DAAD checklist and supporting documents
- MIPLC financial assistance application
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Review the MIPLC admission and DAAD EPOS eligibility requirements.
- Complete the online MIPLC admission application.
- Complete the DAAD scholarship application.
- Submit the MIPLC financial assistance application.
- Upload all required supporting documents before the deadline.
- Await the admission and scholarship decisions.
Applicants seeking the DAAD scholarship must apply for both admission to MIPLC and the DAAD EPOS scholarship simultaneously.
