Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (BSc or BA) relevant to water-related fields such as engineering, natural sciences, environmental sciences, agriculture, geography, economics, or related areas. Applicants must be enrolled in the IWRM Master’s Program at Ain Shams University or Mansoura University.

Applicants must be registered at ASU or MU and have successfully completed the first semester of the IWRM Master program in Egypt.

- TOEFL iBT: Minimum 79 points (including TOEFL iBT Home version)

- IELTS Academic: Minimum Band 6.0 (including IELTS Indicator)

- Cambridge ESOL: FCE

Note: TOEFL ITP (Institutional Testing Program) is NOT accepted.

- A one-sentence personal understanding of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM)

- Motivation for applying to the joint Germany-Egypt program

- Connection to previous education and experience

- Future career aspirations

- Three main benefits expected from the program (list format)

- Three main contributions you can bring to the program (list format)

- Five personal characteristics or reasons why you should be selected (list format)

No, work experience is not required. However, practical experience in Integrated Water Resources Management is highly desirable and will strengthen your application.

Application deadline is 15th September 2025. The deadline is announced every year in advance.

You can submit your application in two easy steps:

1- Fill in the current online application form:
👉  https://forms.office.com/r/j3fVt6Ji5b

2- Email a single PDF file containing all required documents in the exact order (maximum size 20 MB) to:
👉 iwater.exchange@outlook.com

- File naming format:
IWRM EGYPT2026_LastName_FirstName.pdf
Example: IWRM EGYPT_Helmy_Ahmed.pdf

- Applications received after the deadline or with incomplete documentation will not be considered.

- Registration Certificate at Ain Shams University or Mansoura University for the IWRM Master program

- Europass CV (reverse chronological order, no unexplained gaps)

- Motivation Letter (as specified above)

- Letter of Recommendation (from employer or university professor, printed on official letterhead with signature and stamp)

- Proof of English proficiency (not older than 5 years)

- Certified copies of Higher Education degree certificates and translations (if applicable)

- Official Academic Transcripts (with grading system explanation if necessary)

- Optional: Proof of relevant work experience

No. Registration in the IWRM Master’s Program at Ain Shams University is mandatory to apply for and be eligible for the DAAD scholarship.

The deadline applies only to the DAAD scholarship application. Registration at Ain Shams University can be found on the official website. However, you must be registered at Ain Shams University to qualify for the DAAD scholarship for exchange

No. The English proficiency requirements (IELTS, TOEFL) mainly apply to the DAAD scholarship application. Registration at Ain Shams University may not require these tests.

Yes. DAAD scholarships are offered annually for both the summer and winter semesters.

No. The program and scholarships are open to applicants from different universities and countries. However, accepted applicants must register at Ain Shams University.

Please visit the official Ain Shams University website to find up-to-date information about registration, deadlines, and requirements.

There are many opportunities and activities available in both Germany and Egypt, such as conferences, career fairs, and networking events related to Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM). These platforms offer valuable chances to connect with experts, researchers, and professional networks in the water sector.

- Career opportunities in international development and cooperation

- Positions in public and private water sector institutions

- Roles in multinational companies in the water business

- A place in a global network of IWRM professionals