Scholarships in Germany 2027

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New inspiration for teaching, international networking and experiencing Germany first-hand: with the Goethe-Institut Australia's scholarships, German teachers and those in key educational roles can take part in professional development programs and language courses in Germany. Discover current topics, innovative teaching approaches and valuable opportunities for exchange that will provide you with lasting support in your professional development.

Applications are now open and close on 15. October 2026.

Professional Development Scholarships

Are you looking for new and diverse teaching ideas and would like to experience Germany first-hand? Our in-person professional learning seminars are aimed at teachers in all year levels und address a variety of topics relating to teaching German:

Methodology and principles of teaching
Language Courses: Deutsch für Lehrkräfte
Media Education
Cultural Studies

Click here for the professional learning seminars: Face-to-Face and Blended Learning Offers for Teachers of German 2027

Tip: The “Deutsch für Lehrkräfte” language courses listed in our professional development program are specifically designed for teachers and focus on language used in teaching and classroom contexts. Standard language courses (see below) develop general German language skills and do not have a teaching-specific focus.

Apply Here For A Seminar Scholarship for 2027

Language Course Scholarship

Language Course scholarships offer the opportunity to improve and update German language skills in a German-speaking environment. The cultural and leisure program offered within the course will enable to learn more about Germany. Furthermore, all course locations offer the option to prepare for internationally recognised German language exams.

Click here for German Intensive Courses