Apply For DHET Funda Scholarship 2026 For South Africans | Study in Germany
If you are a South African student looking for a Scholarship Program to take your Academic journey to the international stage, then you will be happy to know that the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has officially opened applications for the 2026 DHET Funda Germany Scholarship Programme.
The DHET Funda Germany Scholarship Programme is a prestigious opportunity to pursue your studies at Constructor University in Bremen, Germany, a world-class institution known for its focus on research and innovation.
Available Funding
Financial support is available for students at multiple levels of higher education:
- Bachelor’s Degrees
- Master’s Degrees
- PhD Programmes
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Fields of Study
The scholarship covers a wide range of disciplines, including but not limited to:
Science and Technology: Engineering, Robotics, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Biotechnology, AI, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Geosciences.
Social Sciences and Humanities: Social Data Science, Economics, Sociology, Communication, Political Science, and History.
Business and Operations: Logistics, Accounting, and Management.
Who is Eligible To Apply for the Scholarship?
- South African citizens in good health
- Have a strong academic record:
- Bachelor’s applicants require a minimum average of 65% or above in their NSC (including Life Orientation as well as Mathematics and 1 other STEM subject)
- Postgraduate applicants should have performed well in their previous studies with a minimum of 60% average mark or above achieved in their previous studies
- Must have an interest to study in Germany and demonstrate commitment to the development of South Africa
- Available and eligible to study full-time in Germany from September 2026
- Meet the entry criteria for the selected study programme at Constructor University
What the Scholarship Offers
The scholarship will cover the following:
- Return airfare to Germany
- Tuition fees
- Monthly stipend for living expenses
- Accommodation
- A once-off settlement allowance
- Annual flights at the end of the academic year for bachelor’s students. Master’s students may qualify for annual flights if accommodated on campus
- Mid-term flights after 18 months (PhD students)
- Medical insurance allowance
- An annual allowance at the beginning of each academic year
- Academic support for qualifying postgraduate students
- Psychosocial support
- Pre-departure orientation
- SAQA verification of qualification and one professional board examination (if applicable).
Application Deadline
15 February 2026
How To Apply For For DHET Funda Scholarship 2026 For South Africans
Interested and qualified students should kindly visit the official portal: www.internationalscholarships.dhet.gov.za