Hertie School Digital Governance Scholarship (in Berlin)
Job Description
Overview Hertie School Digital Governance
The Hertie School in Berlin, Germany, offers a prestigious scholarship titled the Digital Governance Scholarship, designed for the Master of Public Policy (MPP) programme. It is open to students of all nationalities and aims to support future leaders who wish to explore the rapidly evolving digital and AI policy landscape.
This scholarship is among the full-tuition awards given by Hertie School, reflecting the institution’s commitment to making public policy education accessible globally.
Why This Scholarship Matters
- Digitalization, artificial intelligence, and rapid technological change are transforming governance. Effective policy responses are needed more than ever.
- The role of governance in the digital age includes questions of data-privacy, misinformation, automation, regulation of AI, and public trust.
- With a focus on global challenges, this scholarship not only supports academic study but positions recipients at the intersection of technology and public policy.
Scholarship Coverage & Benefits
- The Digital Governance Scholarship is a full scholarship for the MPP at Hertie School. At least two full tuition scholarships are offered each year.
- Value: approximately €38,500 (or similarly €37,500 in earlier announcements) covering full tuition. (GermanyScholarships)
- Open to all nationalities and for the MPP programme only.
- Note: Living costs, accommodation, or travel are not guaranteed under this scholarship unless otherwise noted. Always verify the full funding terms.
Eligible Programme & Host Institution
- Host Institution: Hertie School of Governance, Berlin, Germany.
- Programme: Master of Public Policy (MPP) — full-time, English-taught.
- Berlin provides a vibrant international city environment, hubs of policy, governance, and innovation.
- The school itself is well-recognized for its focus on governance, public policy, public administration, data science for public policy etc.
Eligibility & Requirements
Who can apply?
- Applicants of any nationality.
- Applicants must apply for and be admitted to the MPP programme first. Only after admission they can apply for the scholarship.
- Interest in digitalization, technology policy, AI governance, or related fields is strongly desired.
Application process & deadlines
- First: Submit your application for the MPP (check the Early Bird, Priority or Final deadlines: e.g., Early Bird 1 December, Priority non-EU/EEA 15 January, EU/EEA 15 February) (Hertie School)
- After receiving the admission offer: You will receive a funding application link and need to submit for the scholarship (within about two weeks).
- For the scholarship you’ll typically write a one-page personal statement explaining your interest in digitalization and how studying at Hertie School supports your goals.
Application Timeline
| Step | Approximate Date |
|---|---|
| Early bird admission deadline | 1 December (previous year) |
| Priority non-EU/EEA deadline | 15 January |
| Priority EU/EEA deadline | 15 February |
| Scholarship funding application (after admission) | Within ~2 weeks after admission offer |
| Course start | September (following year) |
Tips for a Strong Application
- Tailor your personal statement: emphasize your passion for digital governance, AI policy, technology & society, and how the programme will help you make an impact.
- Show academic excellence plus leadership potential or real-world interest in digital governance.
- Highlight any work/internship/projects in tech policy, data governance, regulation, civic tech, etc.
- Emphasise your motivation for studying in Berlin and at Hertie School specifically.
- Show clarity of purpose: how will this degree and scholarship enable your future career or contribution to society?
- Apply early for the MPP programme to maximise your chances.
Important Considerations
- While the scholarship covers tuition, living expenses in Berlin still need to be budgeted by you unless otherwise provided.
- Receiving the admission offer first is essential before applying for the scholarship. Not all admitted students will receive the full-tuition award — it is highly competitive.
- If you apply for multiple full scholarships, note that you may only apply for one full scholarship per year under this scheme. (Hertie School)
- Check any changes year-to-year in amounts, eligibility or deadlines on the official Hertie School website.
How to Apply
Official Links & Further Information
- Hertie School – Digital Governance Scholarship page (Hertie School)
- Hertie School – Funding your studies page (Hertie School)
