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Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR)Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research
Bachelor
About the Program
The Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) is based at the Center for Development Research (ZEF), an institute of the University of Bonn. The University of Bonn is one of Germany’s 11 Universities of Excellence and runs 12 International Graduate Schools, among them BIGS-DR. The structured and interdisciplinary doctoral programme was established in 1999 and has since been offering outstanding opportunities for conducting development research, establishing international collaboration, and taking part in a tailored qualification programme. ZEF’s doctoral programme is an excellent choice for those seeking to build a career in the field of sustainable development, including research, project development and implementation, or policy-making. Topics of special research interest at ZEF include agriculture, land use, climate change; water resources (management); biodiversity; food and nutrition; health; gender; migration, mobility, and urbanisation; governance and conflict; markets and services; and innovation and science policy.
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The Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) is based at the Center for Development Research (ZEF), an institute of the University of Bonn. The University of Bonn is one of Germany’s 11 Universities of Excellence and runs 12 International Graduate Schools, among them BIGS-DR. The structured and interdisciplinary doctoral programme was established in 1999 and has since been offering outstanding opportunities for conducting development research, establishing international collaboration, and taking part in a tailored qualification programme. ZEF’s doctoral programme is an excellent choice for those seeking to build a career in the field of sustainable development, including research, project development and implementation, or policy-making. Topics of special research interest at ZEF include agriculture, land use, climate change; water resources (management); biodiversity; food and nutrition; health; gender; migration, mobility, and urbanisation; governance and conflict; markets and services; and innovation and science policy.
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How do I apply to Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
Is Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR) at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Bonn International Graduate School for Development Research (BIGS-DR)? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.