Scholarships AUS To GER

Gttingen International
International Office
Scholarships for studies, research and training

in Germany
Australia to Germany
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UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
GRADUATE STUDENTS/ GRADUATES............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
DOCTORAL CANDIDATES.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
POST-DOCS..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
SENIOR SCIENTISTS/ FACULTY MEMBERS ......................................................................................................................................................................................................33
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Scholarships for studies, research and training in Germany (overview)
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Grant programme Grant details Duration Amount/ Benefits Application requirements Deadline
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Practical Traineeships This program aims to improve the profes- 2-3 650 EUR/ month - The internships in Germany are offered For the
for Foreign Students of sional and practical qualifications and inter- months + DAAD's medical, abroad exclusively through the respective exact
Natural and Technical cultural skills of program participants. Who accident and person- IAESTE national committees, which in turn deadline
Sciences, Agriculture can apply? Students of Natural and Tech- al liability insurance find internships for German university in- please
nical Sciences, Agriculture and Forestry who terns. The IAESTE program offers no intern- contact
and Forestry (IAESTE)
are enrolled in member countries of the ships to individual applicants outside this your local
International Association for the Exchange procedure. Applicants must be enrolled at a IAESTE
of Students for Technical Experience university throughout the internship period. committee
(IAESTE). What is supported? - German language requirements vary signifi-
Internships in commercial enterprises, re- cantly; some employers expect interns to
search and higher education institutes. have a good knowledge of German, others
only basic German if the applicant is also pro-
ficient in English. In most cases, interns only
need a good command of English.
Study Visits by Groups What is supported? Depending A flat rate allowance - Requirements which have to be fulfilled: Stu- Feb. 1,
of Foreign Students Study trips for groups of max. 15 students on the of 50 EUR per person dents must be registered at a foreign univer- May 1,
accompanied by one university teacher. schedule per day sity and have completed at least one semes- Nov. 1
Individual doctoral candidates may also be of the visit. + Contribution to- ter.
funded after consultation with the DAAD. wards travel and - Language skills: Students in a group should
The groups visit at least two German uni- accommodation have the same level of proficiency in the cho-
versities where they participate in the aca- expenses. sen program language (usually English or
demic program. A cultural program is orga- German).
nized in the evenings and at weekends. - Who can apply?
University teachers from a foreign university
are eligible to apply.
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AIESEC: Global Talent The programme sets up internships of at 6 months AIESEC does not offer - Academic requirements: Degree course Any time
Programme least 6 months in the fields of marketing at least any funding but for a - Excellent proficiency in English (B2-C1 CEFR)
(i.e. business development or customer one-off fee of EUR - Ideally another language: Spanish, French,
relationship marketing), IT (i.e. web or mo- 350 it provides the Chinese (Mandarin) or Portuguese (A2-B1
bile development) business (i.e. project following services: CEFR).
management or logistics) and teaching + intercultural learn- - Relevant internship experience in the select-
(conversational and written English) abroad. ing seminar ed field.
Participants broaden their professional + access to the - At least 6 months of time to spare for an in-
knowledge in the international environment internal AIESEC data- ternship.
of emerging markets, increase their em- base to find an in- - Students or recent graduates.
ployability and contribute to the develop- ternship - Academic background requirements depend
ment of a company abroad. At the same + in-country sup- on the selected field.
time they get to know different mentalities, port during the in- - Detailed information and application papers
enjoy foreign food, listen to new languages ternship. via local AIESEC group: http://aiesecus.org/
and make new friends. The Global Talent (A sum of EUR 50 is
Programme does not provide financial sup- reimbursed, if the
port, but arranges internships instead. Stu- participant submits a
dents or recent graduates who wish to gain written report after
international work experience and intercul- the completion of
tural competence can apply. the internship).
Bayer Science & Educa- The Carl Duisberg scholarships are open to Up to 1 The grant amount - Academic Requirements: Master's students June 1
tion Foundation: Carl all students of human and veterinary medi- year varies depending on or students in the main study stage. July 15
Duisberg Scholarships cine. Scientific projects and further educa- the project. It is, - Applicants should have good to very good (probably
tion courses at leading institutions are eligi- however, generally grades in the school leaving certificate giving every year)
ble for funding, as well as medical train- sufficient to cover right of entry to higher education, as well as
eeships, 4-month rotations during the pre- the living-, travel- be able to provide evidence of very success-
doctoral internship and studying abroad as and project costs. ful completion of the preliminary medical ex-
part of postgraduate studies. The scholar- amination. All applicants are furthermore ex-
ship primarily supports projects which focus pected to be broad-minded, be prepared to
on particular social aspects of primary care work hard and show personal commitment
or relate to the fields of cardiology, oncolo- socially, politically or culturally.
gy, inflammation, gynaecology or medical
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imaging.
Bayer Science & Educa- Teacher training students from the natural Up to 1 The grant amount - Academic Requirements: Master's students June 1
tion Foundation: Kurt sciences in the main study stage or a Mas- year varies depending on or students in the main study stage. July 15
Hansen Scholarships ter's course are welcome to apply for fund- the project. It is, - Applicants should have good to very good (probably
ing. As the foundation places great empha- however, generally grades in the school leaving certificate giving every year)
sis on internationalism scholarships are sufficient to cover right of entry to higher education, as well as
awarded exclusively to students from Ger- the living-, travel- be able to provide evidence of very success-
man-speaking countries wishing to realize a and project costs. ful completion of an intermediate examina-
project of their own design abroad, or, ap- tion, or an excellent Bachelor's degree. All
plicants studying abroad who want to carry applicants are furthermore expected to be
out a study project in Germany. The founda- broad-minded, be prepared to work hard and
tion primarily finances study projects, in- show personal commitment socially, politi-
ternships, summer courses, postgraduate or cally or culturally.
complementary courses and dissertations.
Projects with a focus on improving the train-
ing situation for teacher training students
from the natural sciences and initiatives on
further training of teachers are also eligible
for funding.
Bayer Science & Educa- The program funds students in the main Up to 1 The grant amount - Academic Requirements: Students in the June 1
tion Foundation: Otto study stage from selected natural and en- year varies depending on main study stage. July 15
Bayer Scholarships gineering sciences. Study projects, intern- the project. It is, - Applicants should have good to very good (probably
ships, summer courses, postgraduate or however, generally grades in the school leaving certificate giving every year)
complementary courses as well as disserta- sufficient to cover right of entry to higher education, as well as
tions and doctoral studies are eligible for the living-, travel- be able to provide evidence of very success-
support. Post-doctoral scholarships are not and project costs. ful completion of a Vordiplom, or an above-
included in the program. The grant amount average Bachelor examination. All applicants
varies depending on the project. It is, how- are furthermore expected to be broad-
ever, generally sufficient to cover the living-, minded, be prepared to work hard and show
travel- and project costs. personal commitment socially, politically or
culturally.
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Evonik Foundation: The Evonik Foundation awards scholarships 6 months Diplom or Bache- - Academic Requirements: Degree course or March 31
Evonik Scholarships for research work and projects by doctoral lor's/Master's theses: doctoral program.
students, but also for Diplom and Master's EUR 250 to EUR 400/ - The applicant must not be in a position to
theses. The program's focus is on the active month; fully fund the desired academic training
support of particularly gifted and skilled Semester abroad: through their own funds or allowances from
young scientists and includes mentoring of EUR 400 to EUR 600/ parents or third parties. All applicants should
the scholars' academic and personal skills. month be able to prove an excellent academic rec-
ord and stand out from the crowd with origi-
nal research projects.
Hertie Foundation: The Hertie scholarship is open to teacher Max. The funding is pro- - Academic Requirements: Degree course From
Horizons Grant Pro- training students and teaching staff in the 2 years vided in accordance - Immigrant background spring on.
gramme for Future preparatory service for the teaching profes- with the BAfG regu- - Degree course or preparatory service for the
Teaching Staff from sion who come from an immigrant back- lations as a full spon- teaching profession for the winter semester
ground. Applicants with any teaching quali- sorship (EUR 650/ 2014/2015 in Hamburg or Lower Saxony.
Immigrant Background
fication, from any subject or educational month) - At least 1,5 or 2 years of training ahead at the
level who have at least 1,5 or 2 years of or a part-time grant start of the scholarship.
training (academic or in terms of the pre- (EUR 300/ month).
paratory work period) ahead at the start of
the scholarship are eligible for funding.
Konrad-Adenauer- This scholarship is for committed interna- Up to 3 650.00 EUR/ month - Academic Requirements: Admission to study Deadlines
Stiftung (KAS): Interna- tional students, graduates and doctoral years + family allowance or to a doctoral program at a state or state- can be
tional Scholarships candidates from all subjects and of all na- + insurance contribu- recognized higher education institution in found on
tionalities, who are willing to commit to and tions subsidy Germany. the foun-
stand up for the goals of the Konrad Aden- + non-material sup- - Excellent intellectual abilities dation's
auer Foundation. port - Value-oriented and responsible website.
- Social and political involvement
- Personalities in their own right
Standing Conference of Every year about 1,100 foreign students 8-9 EUR 800/ month - Academic Requirements: Foreign-language No info
the Ministers of Educa- come to Germany as foreign-language assis- months + health-, accident- assistants are required to have completed a
tion and Cultural Af- tants (FSA) to be placed in host schools and and liability insur- degree course of at least 2 years at a higher
fairs: Foreign Language support the local subject-specialist teachers. ances education institution in their home countries
FSA teach 12 language lessons per week in + a contribution to with 1 of the subjects being German.
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Assistants from Abroad their native languages and have a positive travel expenses - All applicants are required to have a good
Teaching at German and motivating impact on the pupils and the command of German and to be no older than
Schools learning situation as a whole. Candidates 29 years when submitting their application.
can apply for the language assistantship in - Overseas students can participate if they
Germany directly in their home countries. study German Language and Literature. Fu-
ture teachers who have already completed a
university degree (e.g. Bachelor of Arts) when
commencing the assistance year are favoured
in the selection process.
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GRADUATE STUDENTS/ GRADUATES

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Practical Traineeships This program aims to improve the profes- 2-3 650 EUR/ month - The internships in Germany are offered For the
for Foreign Students of sional and practical qualifications and inter- months + DAAD's medical, abroad exclusively through the respective exact
Natural and Technical cultural skills of program participants. Who accident and person- IAESTE national committees, which in turn deadline
Sciences, Agriculture can apply? Students of Natural and Tech- al liability insurance find internships for German university in- please
nical Sciences, Agriculture and Forestry who terns. The IAESTE program offers no intern- contact
and Forestry (IAESTE)
are enrolled in member countries of the ships to individual applicants outside this your local
International Association for the Exchange procedure. Applicants must be enrolled at a IAESTE
of Students for Technical Experience university throughout the internship period. committee
(IAESTE). What is supported? - German language requirements vary signifi-
Internships in commercial enterprises, re- cantly; some employers expect interns to
search and higher education institutes. have a good knowledge of German, others
only basic German if the applicant is also pro-
ficient in English. In most cases, interns only
need a good command of English.
Re-invitation Pro- The aim of this programme is to enable 1-3 2,000 EUR/ month - Applicants must have returned to their home Oct. 15,
gramme for Former former scholarship holders to carry out months for assistant teach- country at least three years previously. May 15
Scholarship Holders research and working projects in Germany ers, assistant profes- - The research or working project must be co-
and to maintain contacts as part of DAAD's sors and lecturers ordinated with a cooperation partner in
global alumni network. (+ Travel allowance) Germany.
What can be funded? Monthly payments - Applicants must possess adequate knowledge
- Research and working projects at state or for former scholar- of the German language to carry out the pro-
state-recognized institutions of higher ship holders who posed research project. In your proposal,
education or non-university research in- work outside the please refer to the language skills needed for
stitutes in Germany. science sector will be your research.
- Working stays at an institution in busi- calculated based - Funding may only be claimed once within
ness, administration, culture or media for upon their qualifica- three years.
former scholarship holders who work out- tions accordingly.
side the science sector.
- A research or working visit can also take
place at several host institutions.
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Research Grants - Doc- The aim of this grant programme is to sup- Max. 750 EUR/ month - As a rule, applicants should not have gradu- Nov. 4
toral Programmes in port doctoral projects in Germany. 3 years for graduates ated any longer than six years before the ap-
Germany Who can apply? (in special + Health, accident plication deadline. If you are already working
Excellently-qualified young academics and cases up and personal liability on a doctoral degree, you should not have
scientists who have completed a Master's to 4 years) insurance cover started your degree any longer than three
degree or Diplom, or in exceptional cases a + Travel allowance, years previously.
Bachelor's degree at the latest by the time unless these expens- - Applicants who have been resident in Ger-
they begin their grant-supported research. es are covered by the many for longer than 15 months at the appli-
What can be funded? home country or cation deadline cannot be considered.
Doctoral programs at a state or state- another source of - The required language level depends on the
recognized institution of higher education funding. applicant's study plans and subject: In the
or a non-university research institute in + One-off research arts, social sciences and in law, at least a
Germany: allowance good knowledge of German is usually ex-
- Individual projects under the supervision + Monthly rent sub- pected. For the natural sciences and engi-
of a university teacher or academic advis- sidy neering, proof of good English language skills
er. + Monthly allowance may also be accepted if English is spoken at
- Participation in a structured doctoral for accompanying the host institute.
study programme. family members - Note: Doctoral theses in the areas of human
+ Language course medicine (Dr. med.), veterinary medicine (Dr.
+ Reimbursement for med. vet.) or dentistry (Dr. med. dent.) can-
TestDaf test not be supported.
Research Grants - The primary aim of this programme is to 1-6 1,000 EUR/ month - As a rule, applicants should not have gradu- Nov. 4,
Short-Term Grants promote research projects within the con- months + Health, accident ated any longer than six years before the ap- May 15
text of doctoral programs. and personal liability plication deadline.
Who can apply? Excellently-qualified doc- insurance cover - Applicants who have been resident in Ger-
toral candidates, young academics, scien- + Travel allowance, many for longer than 15 months at the appli-
tists who have completed a Master's degree unless these expens- cation deadline cannot be considered.
or Diplom, and postdocs. es are covered by the - Note: For applicants from the fields of human
What can be funded? Research project, home country or medicine, veterinary medicine and dentistry,
course of continuing education at a state or another source of other regulations are applicable.
state-recognized institution of higher edu- funding. - The required language level depends on the
cation or a non-university research institute applicant's study plans and subject.
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in Germany.
Research Grants - One- The primary aim of this programme is to 7-10 750 EUR/ month - As a rule, applicants should not have gradu- Nov. 4
Year Grants promote research projects within the con- months for graduates ated any longer than six years before the ap-
text of doctoral programs. + Health, accident plication deadline.
Who can apply? and personal liability - Applicants who have been resident in Ger-
Excellently-qualified doctoral candidates, insurance cover many for longer than 15 months at the appli-
young academics, scientists who have com- + Travel allowance, cation deadline cannot be considered.
pleted a Master's degree or Diplom, post- unless these expens- - Note: For applicants from the fields of human
docs. es are covered by the medicine, veterinary medicine and dentistry,
What can be funded? home country or other regulations are applicable.
Research project or course of continuing another source of - The required language level depends on the
education (in coordination with an academ- funding. applicant's study plans and subject.
ic adviser in Germany) at a state or state- + One-off research
recognized institution of higher education in allowance
Germany or a non-university research insti- + Monthly rent sub-
tute. sidy
+ Monthly allowance
for accompanying
members of family
+ Language course
+ Reimbursement for
TestDaF test
Study Scholarships for This scholarship programme offers the op- 10-24 750 EUR/ month - Final examinations no longer than six years Nov. 4
Graduates of All Disci- portunity to continue academic education months + Health, accident prior.
plines in Germany with a postgraduate course of depending and personal liability - Applicants no longer than 15 months resident
study. Who can apply? Excellently-qualified to the insurance at the application deadline
graduates who have completed a first de- length of (+ Travel allowance) - Notification of admission
gree (Bachelor etc.) at the latest by the time the chosen + Research allowance - If degree programme includes study period
they commence their scholarship-supported study pro- + Monthly rent sub- abroad, funding for this period abroad is only
study programme. What can be funded? A gram sidy possible under special conditions.
postgraduate or Master's degree pro- + Family allowance - Adequate knowledge of the language of tui-
st nd
gramme (or 1 / 2 year of that) completed + Language course tion.
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at a state or state-recognized university in + Reimbursement for - Good German language skills
Germany. TestDaF test
nized in the evenings and at weekends. Who can apply?
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AIESEC: Global Talent The programme sets up internships of at 6 months AIESEC does not offer - Academic requirements: Degree course Any time
Programme least 6 months in the fields of marketing at least any funding but for a - Excellent proficiency in English (B2-C1 CEFR)
(i.e. business development or customer one-off fee of EUR - Ideally another language: Spanish, French,
relationship marketing), IT (i.e. web or mo- 350 it provides the Chinese (Mandarin) or Portuguese (A2-B1
bile development) business (i.e. project following services: CEFR).
management or logistics) and teaching + intercultural learn- - Relevant internship experience in the select-
(conversational and written English) abroad. ing seminar ed field.
Participants broaden their professional + access to the - At least 6 months of time to spare for an in-
knowledge in the international environment internal AIESEC data- ternship.
of emerging markets, increase their em- base to find an in- - Students or recent graduates.
ployability and contribute to the develop- ternship - Academic background requirements depend
ment of a company abroad. The Global + in-country sup- on the selected field.
Talent Programme does not provide finan- port during the in- - Detailed information and application papers
cial support, but arranges internships internship. via local AIESEC group: http://aiesecus.org/
stead. Students or recent graduates who
wish to gain international work experience
and intercultural competence can apply.
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(Link incl.)
Bayer Science & Educa- The Carl Duisberg scholarships are open to Up to 1 The grant amount - Academic Requirements: Master's students June 1
tion Foundation: Carl all students of human and veterinary medi- year varies depending on or students in the main study stage. July 15
Duisberg Scholarships cine. Scientific projects and further educa- the project. It is, - Applicants should have good to very good (probably
tion courses at leading institutions are eligi- however, generally grades in the school leaving certificate giving every year)
ble for funding, as well as medical train- sufficient to cover right of entry to higher education, as well as
eeships, 4-month rotations during the pre- the living-, travel- be able to provide evidence of very success-
doctoral internship and studying abroad as and project costs. ful completion of the preliminary medical ex-
part of postgraduate studies. The scholar- amination. All applicants are furthermore ex-
ship primarily supports projects which focus pected to be broad-minded, be prepared to
on particular social aspects of primary care work hard and show personal commitment
or relate to the fields of cardiology, oncolo- socially, politically or culturally.
gy, inflammation, gynaecology or medical
imaging.
Bayer Science & Educa- Teacher training students from the natural Up to 1 The grant amount - Academic Requirements: Master's students June 1
tion Foundation: Kurt sciences in the main study stage or a Mas- year varies depending on or students in the main study stage. July 15
Hansen Scholarships ter's course are welcome to apply for fund- the project. It is, - Applicants should have good to very good (probably
ing. As the foundation places great empha- however, generally grades in the school leaving certificate giving every year)
sis on internationalism scholarships are sufficient to cover right of entry to higher education, as well as
awarded exclusively to students from Ger- the living-, travel- be able to provide evidence of very success-
man-speaking countries wishing to realize a and project costs. ful completion of an intermediate examina-
project of their own design abroad, or, ap- tion, or an excellent Bachelor's degree. All
plicants studying abroad who want to carry applicants are furthermore expected to be
out a study project in Germany. The founda- broad-minded, be prepared to work hard and
tion primarily finances study projects, in- show personal commitment socially, politi-
ternships, summer courses, postgraduate or cally or culturally.
complementary courses and dissertations.
Projects with a focus on improving the train-
ing situation for teacher training students
from the natural sciences and initiatives on
further training of teachers are also eligible
for funding.
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(Link incl.)
Evonik Foundation: The Evonik Foundation awards scholarships 6 months Diplom or Bache- - Academic Requirements: Degree course or March 31
Evonik Scholarships for research work and projects by doctoral lor's/Master's theses: doctoral programme.
students, but also for Diplom and Master's EUR 250 to EUR 400/ - To receive funding from the Evonik Founda-
theses. The program's focus is on the active month; tion, the applicant must not be in a position
support of particularly gifted and skilled Semester abroad: to fully fund the desired academic training
young scientists and includes mentoring of EUR 400 to EUR 600/ through their own funds or allowances from
the scholars' academic and personal skills. month parents or third parties. All applicants should
As the Evonik Foundation redefines its key be able to prove an excellent academic rec-
funding areas each year, the proposed re- ord and stand out from the crowd with origi-
search must match the content criteria to nal research projects.
be eligible for support.
Hertie Foundation: The Hertie scholarship is open to teacher Max. Teaching staff in the - Academic Requirements: Degree course From
Horizons Grant Pro- training students and teaching staff in the 2 years preparatory service - Immigrant background spring on.
gramme for Future preparatory service for the teaching profes- for the teaching pro- - Degree course or preparatory service for the
Teaching Staff from sion who come from an immigrant back- fession are paid a teaching profession for the winter semester
ground. Applicants with any teaching quali- grant worth EUR 2014/2015 in Hamburg or Lower Saxony.
Immigrant Background
fication, from any subject or educational 1,000/ year. - At least 1,5 or 2 years of training ahead at the
level who have at least 1,5 or 2 years of start of the scholarship.
training (academic or in terms of the pre-
paratory work period) ahead at the start of
the scholarship are eligible for funding.
During their training the scholars are sup-
ported financially and in a non-material
way.
Konrad-Adenauer- This scholarship is for committed interna- Up to 3 750.00 EUR/ month - Academic Requirements: Admission to study
Stiftung (KAS): Interna- tional students, graduates and doctoral years + family allowance or to a doctoral program at a state or state-
tional Scholarships candidates from all subjects and of all na- + insurance contribu- recognized higher education institution in
tionalities, who are willing to commit to and tions subsidy Germany.
stand up for the goals of the Konrad Aden- + non-material sup- - Excellent intellectual abilities
auer Foundation. port - Value-oriented and responsible
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DOCTORAL CANDIDATES
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DLR/DAAD Research- DLR-DAAD Research Fellowship is a pro- 36 months 1,365 EUR/ month - At the time of their application, applicants for Please find
Fellowship-Programme gramme implemented by the 'German Aer- + Allowance for ma- a DLR-DAAD Fellowship must be able to current
ospace Centre' (DLR) and the 'German Aca- terials 102 EUR/ prove their outstanding study or research offers
demic Exchange Service' (DAAD). DLR is month achievements and must have completed their here.
Germanys national research centre for + Flat-rate travel studies or research with a university degree.
aeronautics and space. Its extensive re- allowance - Applicants have to submit an appropriate
search and development work in Aero- + Health insurance language certificate (e.g. TOEFL: 550/217),
nautics, Space, Transportation and Energy is + Family allowance - Applicants have completed their last degree
integrated into national and international in the last six years.
cooperative ventures. As Germanys space - Applicants cannot be of German nationality.
agency, DLR has been given responsibility - Applicants should have an excellent
for the forward planning and the implemen- knowledge of English; knowledge of German
tation of the German space programme by is advantageous.
the German federal government as well as
for the international representation of
German interests. Approximately 7,400
people are employed in DLRs 33 institutes
and facilities at 16 locations in Germany
(incl. Goettingen).
This special programme is intended for
highly-qualified foreign doctoral, postdoc-
toral students and senior scientists. DLR-
DAAD Fellowships are defined and awarded
on an individual basis. Each fellowship an-
nouncement will indicate the specific quali-
fication requirements and terms of visit.
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Leibniz DAAD Re- The Leibniz Association (WGL) and the 12 months 2,000 EUR/ month - At the time of application (date of signing of March 16
search Fellowships DAAD offer recent international postdocs + Research allowance the application form) applicants for a Leibniz (probably
(Application towards the the opportunity to conduct research at a 460 EUR DAAD Research Fellowship must neither hold every
end of the doctoral re- Leibniz Institute in Germany of their choice. + Insurance German nationality nor have resided in Ger- year)
search) Who can apply? + Two-months Ger- many for more than six months.
PhD students, who finish their PhD degree man language course - Applicants should be able to prove their out-
until 16 March 2015; postdocs, who com- in Germany standing academic or research achievements.
pleted their doctoral studies no more than (if desired) - Applicants have completed their studies with
two years ago a PhD or equivalent qualification (no more
than two years should have passed since
graduation) and have excellent knowledge of
English.
- Knowledge of German is welcome.
Research Grants - Doc- The aim of this grant programme is to sup- Max. 1,000 EUR/ month - As a rule, applicants should not have gradu- Nov. 4
toral Programmes in port doctoral projects in Germany and to 3 years for doctoral candi- ated any longer than six years before the ap-
Germany promote the exchange of experience and (in special dates plication deadline. If you are already working
networking amongst colleagues. cases up + Health, accident on a doctoral degree, you should not have
Who can apply? Excellently-qualified young to 4 years) and personal liability started your degree any longer than three
academics and scientists who have com- insurance years previously.
pleted a Master's degree or Diplom, or in (+ Travel allowance) - Applicants no longer resident in Germany
exceptional cases a Bachelor's degree at the + One-off research than 15 months at the application deadline.
latest by the time they begin their grant- allowance - The required language level depends on the
supported research. + Rent subsidy applicant's study plans and subject.
What can be funded? + Family allowance - Note: Doctoral theses in the areas of human
Doctoral programmes at a state or state- + Language course medicine (Dr. med.), veterinary medicine (Dr.
recognized institution of higher education + Reimbursement for med. vet.) or dentistry (Dr. med. dent.) can-
or a non-university research institute in TestDaf test not be supported.
Germany.
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Research Grants - DAAD research grants provide foreign doc- 1-6 1,000 EUR/ month - As a rule, applicants should not have gradu- Nov. 4
Short-Term Grants toral candidates with an opportunity to months + Health, accident ated any longer than six years before the ap-
carry out research or continue their educa- and personal liability plication deadline. If you already hold a doc- May 15
tion in Germany. The grants also promote insurance cover toral degree, you should not have completed
the exchange of experience and networking + Travel allowance, your doctorate more than four years ago.
amongst colleagues. The primary aim of this unless these expens- Doctoral candidates should not have started
programme is to promote research projects es are covered by the their doctoral degree any longer than three
within the context of doctoral programmes. home country or years previously.
Who can apply? Excellently-qualified doc- another source of - Applicants no longer than 15 months resident
toral candidates. funding. in Germany at the application deadline.
What can be funded? Research project, - Note: For applicants from the fields of human
course of continuing education at a state or medicine, veterinary medicine and dentistry,
state-recognized institution of higher edu- other regulations are applicable.
cation or a non-university research institute - The required language level depends on the
in Germany. applicant's study plans and subject.
Research Grants - One- DAAD research grants provide foreign doc- 7-10 1,000 EUR/ month - As a rule, applicants should not have gradu- Nov. 4
Year Grants toral candidates with an opportunity to months + Health, accident ated any longer than six years before the ap-
carry out research and continue their edu- and personal liability plication deadline. If you already hold a doc-
cation in Germany. The primary aim of this insurance cover toral degree, you should not have completed
programme is to promote research projects + Travel allowance, your doctorate more than four years ago.
within the context of doctoral programmes unless these expens- Doctoral candidates should not have started
and to promote the exchange of experience es are covered by the their doctoral degree any longer than three
and networking amongst colleagues.. home country or years previously.
Who can apply? Excellently-qualified doc- another source of - Applicants who have been resident in Ger-
toral candidates. funding. many for longer than 15 months at the appli-
What can be funded? A research project or cation deadline cannot be considered.
course of continuing education at a state or - Note: For applicants from the fields of human
state-recognized institution of higher edu- medicine, veterinary medicine and dentistry,
cation in Germany or a non-university re- other regulations are applicable.
search institute. - The required language level depends on the
applicant's study plans and subject.
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Research Stays for Uni- DAAD grants provide foreign academics and 1-3 2,000 EUR/ month - Applicants must work at a university or insti- Oct. 15,
versity Academics and scientists with an opportunity to carry out months for assistant teach- tute of higher education in their home coun- May 15
Scientists research and continue their education in ers, assistant profes- try.
Germany. The aim of this particular pro- sors and lecturers, - The research project must be coordinated
gram is to support short-term research 2,150 EUR/ month with an academic host institute in Germany.
stays and thus promote the exchange of for professors The applicant must be provided with a work-
experience and networking amongst col- + Travel allowance, place.
leagues. Who can apply? unless these expens- - Language skills
University teachers and established aca- es are covered by the - Applicants must possess adequate knowledge
demics and scientists who have usually home country or of the German language.
completed a doctoral degree and work at a another source of - Funding may only be claimed once within
university or research institute in their funding three years.
home country. What can be funded? - Note: Former holders of fellowships from the
Research stays at state or state-recognized Alexander von Humboldt Foundation are re-
institutions of higher education or non- quested to contact first the Humboldt Foun-
university research institutes in Germany. dation.
Study Visits by Groups The objectives of a study trip are: (1) To Depending A flat rate allowance - Requirements which have to be fulfilled: Stu- Feb. 1,
of Foreign Students establish and maintain contacts between on the of 50 EUR per person dents must be registered at a foreign univer- May 1,
German and foreign universities. (2) To schedule per day sity and have completed at least one semes- Nov. 1
provide participants with a subject-specific of the visit. + Contribution to- ter.
knowledge by organizing visits to at least wards travel and - Language skills: Students in a group should
two universities, subject-related tours and accommodation have the same level of proficiency in the cho-
informative meetings. (3)To promote meet- expenses. sen program language (usually English or
ings with German students and academics German).
and scientists. (4) To offer participants an - Who can apply? University teachers from a
insight into economic, political and cultural foreign university are eligible to apply.
life in Germany.
What is supported? Study trips for groups of
max. 15 students accompanied by one uni-
versity teacher. A cultural programme is
organized in the evenings and at weekends.
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(Link incl.)
Evonik Foundation: The Evonik Foundation awards scholarships 2 years Doctoral theses: - Academic Requirements: Degree course or March 31
Evonik Scholarships for research work and projects by doctoral EUR 1,400/ month doctoral programme.
students, but also for Diplom and Master's with an option to - To receive funding from the Evonik Founda-
theses. The programme's focus is on the renew the sponsor- tion, the applicant must not be in a position
active support of particularly gifted and ship to fully fund the desired academic training
skilled young scientists and includes men- through their own funds or allowances from
toring of the scholars' academic and per- parents or third parties. All applicants should
sonal skills. As the Evonik Foundation rede- be able to prove an excellent academic rec-
fines its key funding areas each year, the ord and stand out from the crowd with origi-
proposed research must match the content nal research projects.
criteria to be eligible for support.
Friedrich Ebert Founda- Candidates are international students from 2-3 years 1,000 EUR/ month - Excellent school and academic record and
tion: Scholarship for all subjects (except the medical disciplines) + Comprehensive voluntary social and political involvement.
International Doctoral who have been admitted to a doctoral pro- non-material support - Admission to a doctoral program at a state or
Students gram at a German higher education institu- state-recognized higher education institution
tion. Applications are accepted from any- in Germany.
body who has been unconditionally accept- - Promising research proposal
ed for a doctorate at a German institution - Responsible, motivated, reliable individuals
of higher education except in the field of willing to get involved with the Foundation's
medicine. network.
Gerda Henkel Founda- The PhD scholarships support highly- 2 years 1,400 EUR/ month - Academic requirements: admission to post- Any time
tion: Doctoral Scholar- qualified junior academics from the histori- + standard foreign graduate studies.
ships cal sciences (Archaeology, Historical Scienc- residence allowance: - Only applicants who were under 28 years
es, Historical Islamic Studies, History of Art, 350 EUR/ month when awarded with the qualifying degree will
History of Law, Prehistory and Early History, + travel allowance be considered in the selection procedure.
History of Science) with excellent academic + material costs - Final grade of the qualifying degree (Master,
standing and brilliant examination results + child allowance for state examinations: Sec. II) must be 1.5 or
who show unusual promise for their doc- higher. For degrees gained abroad, a sepa-
toral theses. rate evaluation will be conducted.
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German National Aca- The fellowship is intended for doctoral stu- 1 year 1,150 EUR/ month - Academic Requirements: admission to doc- Feb. 1
demic Foundation: Leo dents writing their theses on the history and + research cost al- toral studies
Baeck Fellowship Pro- culture of the German-speaking Jewry. The lowance 100 EUR/ - Filled in application form (download: *.doc,
gramme program is aimed primarily at doctoral stu- month *.pdf )
dents who carry out research projects in + travel expenses for - Letter of motivation (1 page)
more than one country. It is open to candi- research meetings - CV
dates of all nationalities from any type of and conferences - Copy of the university degree certificate incl.
HEI. Candidates planning to do their doctor- abroad transcript of records
al research in Germany and to then submit (partly refunded) - Proposal of the research project (5 pages)
their theses to a German university may + non-material sup- - Schedule for the academic year 2016/17 incl.
apply for the funding to be renewed after port potential research trips
the first year, if the Foundation has availa- - Reference letter from the doctoral supervisor
nd
ble sufficient financial resources. - 2 reference letter
Hans Bckler Founda- The Hans Bckler Foundation is the institute 2 years 1,050 EUR/ month - Academic Requirements: admission to post- Every year
tion: PhD scholarship of the German Federation of Trade Unions (optional + research cost al- graduate studies Feb. 1,
(DGB) to promote research and studies. The extension) lowance - Informal application for a PhD course incl. June 1,
HBS awards the scholarships to doctoral maximum + family- and child detailed statement of motivation for the PhD Oct. 1
students with outstanding academic gifts grant du- allowance course and for applying at HBS
who show commitment to labour unions or ration is 4 + comprehensive - Application form
socio-political issues. Doctoral candidates years non-material support - CV (tabular and detailed)
from all disciplines who are enrolled at - Certified degree certificate (1 certification
German institutions of higher education, and regular copies)
also in programmes such as graduate - Research proposal (expos) incl. work- and
schools or junior researcher groups, are time schedule and an outline draft (max. 10
encouraged to apply. Every year the HBS pages)
assigns about 100 grants. - Bibliography
Further information (in German): - Report of the scientific supervisor (1 signed
http://www.boeckler.de/92.htm original and regular copies)
- The supervisor is asked to write the report
according to the foundations questionnaire
- Matriculation confirmation or approval
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DOCTORAL CANDIDATES
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Helmholtz Internation- Excellent graduates of any nationality who 3 years Depending on aca- - Very good school and academic records Every year
al Graduate School for wish to obtain a doctorate in the fields of demic status of ap- - Outstanding proficiency in English Jan. 5,
Cancer Research: PhD cancer research or biology are eligible for plicant - 2 letters of recommendation May 31
Programme support. - Master of Science (MSc) or equivalent
- Application papers
Konrad-Adenauer- This scholarship is for committed interna- Up to 3 920 EUR/ month - Academic Requirements: Admission to study
Stiftung (KAS): Interna- tional students, graduates and doctoral years + family allowance or to a doctoral program at a state or state-
tional Scholarships candidates from all subjects and of all na- + insurance contribu- recognized higher education institution in
tionalities, who are willing to commit to and tions subsidy Germany.
stand up for the goals of the Konrad Aden- + non-material sup- - Excellent intellectual abilities
auer Foundation port - Value-oriented and responsible
Rosa Luxemburg Foun- The RLF is a political educational organiza- 2 years 1,000 EUR/ month - Academic Requirements: admission to doc- Every year
dation: PhD Scholar- tion closely affiliated with DIE LINKE (The with op- + mobility allowance toral studies at a state or state-recognized April 15,
ships for Foreign Doc- Left Party) which awards scholarships to tion of (100 EUR) higher education institution in Germany Oct. 15
toral Students international students planning to obtain a extension + ancillary payment - Application papers:
doctorate or carry out a doctoral research (max. (20 EUR) http://www.rosalux.de/english/scholarships.
project in Germany. The sponsorship is 4 years) + comprehensive html
based upon the Foundation's political val- non-material support
ues, social justice and solidarity in particu-
lar.
Support for doctoral The Foundation of German Business (sdw) Until the 1,150 EUR/ month - German language skills of at least intermedi- Every year
candidates (Foundation offers doctoral candidates a wide ranging end of the + research cost al- ate level (e.g. B2 or DSH 2) [events are con- Oct. 1
of German Business) development opportunity through scholar- doctorate lowance (100 EUR/ ducted in German]
ships that include a varied seminar and (max. month) - Completed course of academic study and
training programme in addition to financial 2-3 years) + family allowance admission to a doctoral program in Germany
support. In the Klaus Murmann Fellowship (155 EUR/ month) - Application papers:
Programme, the students engage with a + support for stays http://www.sdw.org/studienfoerderwerk-
variety of political, economic and social abroad klaus-murmann/bewerben-standorte
issues. + childcare allowance - Applicants should be under age of 32 years
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German Federal Envi- Early-career scientists from any subject Max. EUR 940/ month - Academics qualified for doctoral studies and January 15
ronmental Foundation carrying out further research work into the 3 years + Material and travel with an above-average degree (overall grade and
(DBU): Doctoral Schol- field of environmental protection at a high- costs (210 EUR) good or very good; Law: at least fully satisfac- June 15,
arship Programme er education institution in Germany are + Child support tory). each year
invited to apply. The programs aim is to
support young academics and build an in-
terdisciplinary network of experts on the
environment. To this end, the scholarships
help finance doctoral theses which clearly
address topical environmental issues and
contribute to developing viable and sustain-
able solutions in this field.
Friedrich Naumann The FNS doctoral funding is intended for 1 year 900 EUR/ month - Academic requirements: unconditional ad- Every year
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Foundation: Scholar- highly talented post-graduates from abroad. (can be + contribution to mission to a doctoral programme or enrol- May 15
ship for Doctoral stu- The scholarship is awarded independent of extended health insurance ment for a post-graduate course. and
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dents parental income and need not be repaid. for a (125 EUR) - Giftedness: candidates have outstanding aca- Nov. 15
nd
The subject of the doctoral thesis should be 2 year) demic or scientific records in their subject ar-
of relevance for science and society issues. eas and well-rounded interests within school
One of the sponsorship priorities is, howev- or university and beyond.
er, non-material support: the FNS offers a - Personal requirements: candidates are relia-
wide range of projects, events and initia- ble, highly-motivated personalities, who are
tives for scholarship holders. willing to make decisions and take responsi-
Target group: young people committed to bility in the tradition of the German liberal
the political ideas of the German liberal party and ready to actively contribute to the
party and willing to take responsibility. further development of the social, political,
Candidates come from any discipline at cultural and economic life.
universities of applied sciences or HEI in - Social and political engagement: candidates
Germany. have a distinct liberal profile combined with
an awareness of and commitment to social
and political issues, which translates into par-
ticipation in HEIs, engagement in a liberal po-
litical party or organizations, associations and
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initiatives.
Heinrich Bll Founda- The Foundation which maintains close ties 2-4 years EUR 1,050 EUR/ Please find further information regarding the Each year,
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tion: PhD scholarships with the German Green Party awards every month application requirements and process here. March 1
year 30 to 60 scholarships for doctoral can- + research cost al- and
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didates from any discipline and all types of lowance (100 EUR) Sept. 1
higher education institutions, who have a + family- and child
positive attitude towards green ideals, such allowances, if neces-
as the concepts of sustainability, equal op- sary
portunities and the promotion of a demo-
cratic culture. The Foundation primarily
supports people from a migrant back-
ground, women, and students from non-
collegiate families or with a physical im-
pairment or candidates enrolled at universi-
ties of applied sciences. Comprehensive
non-material support is an integral part of
the programme.
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Leibniz Institute of The IEG awards research fellowships to 6-12 EUR 1,200/ month Please find further information regarding the Feb. 1
European History (IEG): junior scientists (doctoral candidates and months + family allowance, if application requirements and process here. (starting
Research Fellowship post-doctoral researchers) from Germany necessary July)
Programme and abroad in history, theology or any other
historical discipline. Research projects ad-
dressing the historical foundations of Eu-
rope from early modern to contemporary
history, particularly those focussing on the
religious, political and social dimensions of
these periods, are eligible for funding. Tar-
get Group: doctoral candidates in history,
theology or any other historical discipline
from Germany and abroad researching the
historical foundations of Europe from early
modern to contemporary history.
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DLR/DAAD Research- DLR-DAAD Research Fellowship is a pro- 6-24 2,000 EUR/ month - At the time of their application, applicants for Please find
Fellowship-Programme gramme implemented by the German Aer- months a DLR-DAAD Fellowship must be able to current
ospace Centre (DLR) and the German Aca- prove their outstanding study or research offers
demic Exchange Service (DAAD). DLR is achievements and have completed their here.
Germanys national research centre for studies with a doctorate/PhD/Candidate.
aeronautics and space. Its extensive re- - Applicants have to submit an appropriate
search and development work in Aero- language certificate (e.g. TOEFL: 550/217).
nautics, Space, Transportation and Energy is - Applicants have completed their doctorate in
integrated into national and international the last two years.
cooperative ventures. As Germanys space - Applicants cannot be of German nationality.
agency, DLR has been given responsibility - Applicants should have an excellent
for the forward planning and the implemen- knowledge of English; knowledge of German
tation of the German space program by the is advantageous.
German federal government as well as for
the international representation of German
interests. Approximately 7,400 people are
employed in DLRs 33 institutes and facili-
ties at 16 locations in Germany (incl.
Goettingen).
This special programme is intended for
highly-qualified foreign doctoral, postdoc-
toral students and senior scientists. DLR-
DAAD Fellowships are defined and awarded
on an individual basis. Each fellowship an-
nouncement will indicate the specific quali-
fication requirements and terms of visit.
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(Link incl.)
Leibniz DAAD Re- The Leibniz Association (WGL) and the 12 months 2,000 EUR/ month - At the time of application (date of signing of Mid-
search Fellowships DAAD offer recent international postdocs + Research allowance the application form) applicants for a Leibniz March;
the opportunity to conduct research at a 460 EUR DAAD Research Fellowship must neither hold New call in
Leibniz Institute in Germany of their choice. + Insurance German nationality nor have resided in Ger- January
Who can apply? + Two-months Ger- many for more than six months.
PhD students, who finish their PhD degree man language course - Applicants should be able to prove their out-
until 16 March 2015; postdocs, who com- in Germany standing academic or research achievements.
pleted their doctoral studies no more than (if desired) - Applicants have completed their studies with
two years ago a PhD or equivalent qualification (no more
than two years should have passed since
graduation) and have excellent knowledge of
English.
- Knowledge of German is welcome.
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Postdoctoral Research- By the P.R.I.M.E. programme, 18 months According to German - Call for application 2016: Feb. 1
ers International Mo- the German Academic Exchange Service pay scale TV-L E 13 https://www.daad.de/medien/ausland/doku
bility Experience (DAAD) provides support for the interna- (approx. 2000 EUR/ men-
(P.R.I.M.E.) tional mobility of postdocs. The program is month) te/prime2016_callforapplications_engl.pdf
funded by the German - Information on application conditions see in
Federal Ministry of Education and Research the above mentioned call for applications, al-
(BMBF) and the European Union. Postdoc- so information on application documents.
toral researchers of all nationalities,
who see their long-term career perspectives
in Germany, will be given the opportunity to
combine employment at a German universi-
ty with a research stay abroad.
DAAD support measures and the possibility
of continuous coordination with the Ger-
man host institution shall ensure an effi-
cient reintegration following the research
stay abroad.
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Re-invitation Pro- DAAD grants offer students and academics 1-3 2,000 EUR/ month - Applicants must have returned to their home May 15
gramme for Former and scientists the opportunity to carry out months for assistant teach- country at least three years previously.
Scholarship Holders research and continue their education in ers, assistant profes- - The research or working project must be co-
Germany. There are funding programmes sors and lecturers ordinated with a cooperation partner in
for various qualification phases and stages + Travel allowance, Germany.
in a career. The aim of this programme is to unless these expens- - Applicants must possess adequate knowledge
enable former scholarship holders to carry es are covered by a of the German language to carry out the pro-
rd
out research and working projects in Ger- 3 party. posed research project. In your proposal,
many and to maintain contacts as part of Monthly payments please refer to the language skills needed for
DAADs global alumni network. for former scholar- your research.
What can be funded? ship holders working - Funding may only be claimed once within
- Research and working projects outside the science three years.
- Working stays at an institution in busi- sector will be calcu-
ness, administration, culture or media for lated based upon
former scholarship holders who work out- their qualifications.
side the science sector.
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Research Grants DAAD research grants provide foreign doc- 1-6 1,000 EUR/ month - Applicants should not have graduated longer May 15
Short-Term Grants toral candidates and young academics and months + Health, accident than six years before the application. Doctor-
scientists with an opportunity to carry out and personal liability al degree should not have been completed
research or continue their education in insurance cover more than four years ago. Doctoral candi-
Germany. The grants also promote the + Travel allowance, dates should not have started their doctoral
exchange of experience and networking unless these expens- degree any longer than three years previous-
amongst colleagues. The primary aim of this es are covered by the ly.
programme is to promote research projects home country or - The required language level depends on the
within the context of doctoral programs. another source of applicants study plans and subject.
What can be funded? funding.
Research project, course of continuing edu-
cation (in coordination with an academic
advisor in Germany).
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Research Grants One- DAAD research grants provide foreign doc- 7-10 1,000 EUR/ month - As a rule, applicants should not have gradu- Nov. 4
Year Grants toral candidates and young academics and months + Health, accident ated any longer than six years before the ap-
scientists with an opportunity to carry out and personal liability plication deadline. If you already hold a doc-
research and continue their education in insurance cover toral degree, you should not have completed
Germany. The grants also promote the + Travel allowance, your doctorate more than four years ago.
exchange of experience and networking unless these expens- Doctoral candidates should not have started
amongst colleagues. The primary aim of this es are covered by the their doctoral degree any longer than three
programme is to promote research projects home country or years previously.
within the context of doctoral programmes. another source of - Applicants who have been resident in Ger-
What can be funded? funding. many for longer than 15 months at the appli-
A research project or course of continuing cation deadline cannot be considered.
education at a state or state-recognized - The required language level depends on the
institution of higher education in Germany applicants study plans and subject.
or a non-university research institute, which
is being carried out in coordination with an
academic adviser in Germany.
Research Stays for Uni- The aim of this particular programme is to 1-3 2,000 EUR/ month - Applicants must work at a university or HEI in May 15
versity Academics and support short-term research stays and thus months for assistant teach- their home country.
Scientists promote the exchange of experience and ers, assistant profes- - The research project must be coordinated
networking amongst colleagues. sors and lecturers, with an academic host institute in Germany..
Who can apply? 2,150 EUR/ month - Adequate German skills which are required
University teachers and established aca- for professors for applicants research.
demics and scientists. + Travel allowance,
What can be funded? Research stays at unless these expens-
state or state-recognized institutions of es are covered by the
higher education or non-university research home country or
institutes in Germany. A research stay can another source of
also take place at several host institutions. funding
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Alexander von Hum- Highly-qualified international scientists and 6-18 3,150 EUR/ month - For further information please follow the link Any time
boldt-Foundation: scholars from all disciplines who wish to months (incl. a mobility lump below:
Humboldt Research spend extended periods of research in sum and payments https://www.humboldt-
Fellowship for Experi- Germany can apply. Candidates are ex- towards health- and foundation.de/web/humboldt-fellowship-
pected to have their own, clearly defined liability insurance) experienced.html
enced Researchers
research profile: they should be working at + travel allowance
(Application towards the
least as an assistant professor or junior + language fellowship
end of post-doctoral re-
research group leader or be able to docu- + family allowance
search)
ment independent research work over a + research cost al-
number of years. The fellowship offers the lowance
opportunity to carry out own long-term + Europe allowance
research projects in coop. with academic
hosts of their choice at research institutions
in Germany.
Alexander von Hum- Applicants are highly-qualified scientists and 6-24 2,650 EUR/ month - For further information please follow the link Any time
boldt-Foundation: scholars from abroad just embarking on months + travel allowance below:
Humboldt Research their academic careers who completed their + language fellowship https://www.humboldt- founda-
Fellowships for Post- doctorates less than 4 years ago. The fel- + family allowance tion.de/web/humboldt-fellowship-
lowship gives international candidates the + research cost al- postdoc.html
doctoral Researchers
opportunity to realize a long-term research lowance
project of their own design in cooperation + Europe allowance
with an academic host of their choice at a
research institution in Germany.
Fritz Thyssen Founda- Applicants for the 50 sponsorships the 1-2 years 1,700 EUR/ month - For further information please follow the link Any time
tion: Stipends Foundation awards every year are junior + child allowance below: (at least 8
researchers who wish to undertake auton- + support on travel http://www.fritz-thyssen- weeks
omous, fixed-term research immediately costs stiftung.de/funding/types-of- ahead)
following their doctorates. Highly qualified + research costs sup-
post-doctoral candidates from all disciplines (100 EUR/ month port/stipends/?L=1&cHash=117adf62f5979fb
are eligible to apply. They carry out research + own income up to 5992654769d2e7644
at a higher education institution or a non- 500 EUR/ month will
profit research institution. not be taken into
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(Link incl.)
account
Gerda Henkel Founda- Scholars of post-doctoral or professorial 1-24 2,000 EUR/ month - Academic requirements: doctorate or post- Any time
tion: Research Scholar- level from the historical humanities (Ar- months + standard foreign doctoral lecture qualification in the field of
ships chaeology, Historical Sciences, Historical residence allowance historical humanities
Islamic Studies, History of Art, History of (675 EUR/ month) - For further information please follow the link
Law, Prehistory and Early History, History of + travel allowance below:
Science) are invited to apply for the re- + material costs http://www.gerda-henkel-
search scholarships by the GHS, independ- + contribution to stiftung.de/application_research-scholarships
ent of their nationality or place of work. The printing costs, if
funding is granted to candidates wishing to necessary
carry out an independent research project + child allowance
alone.
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Gerda Henkel Founda- The programme focuses on academics re- 1-24 2,000 EUR/ month - For further information, please follow the link May 27
tion: Special Pro- searching the emergence of political move- months + standard foreign below:
gramme Islam, the ments in the Islamic world on a national or residence allowance http://www.gerda-henkel-
Modern Nation State transnational level with regard to the cur- (675 EUR/ month) stiftung.de/special-programme_islam
rent developments. Historical studies, to- + travel allowance - There are 5 key research areas: (1) Historical
and Transnational
gether with projects in the areas of religious + material costs and Present-Day Islamic Systems of Society
Movements and cultural studies or political science by + contribution to and State, (2) The Concept of Nation, Nation-
PhDs and researchers with post-doctoral printing costs, if al Movements and Nationalism in Islamic
lecture qualification are encouraged and necessary Civilization, (3) Islamic Fundamentalism or
supported, independent of the candidate's + child allowance Islamic Emancipation?, (4) Transnational civil
nationality or place of work. The funding is society movements in the Islamic world, (5)
granted to candidates wishing to carry out Islamic States in the International World Sys-
an independent research project alone. tem.
Applications are invited for the funding of
research scholarships and research projects.
PhD scholarships are granted only in con-
nection with a research project.
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German Research The Emmy Noether Programme supports Max. Learn from Eligibility Requirements: Early career research- Any time
Foundation (DFG): researchers from all fields in achieving in- 6 years programme guide- ers from all disciplines (time to
Emmy Noether Pro- dependence at an early stage of their scien- lines/ FAQ - Up to four years after obtaining a doctorate, decision:
gramme tific careers. Postdocs gain the qualifications - Two years of postdoctoral experience 6 months)
required for a university teaching career - Substantial international research experi-
during a DFG-funded period, usually lasting ence, evidenced by a research stay abroad
five years, in which they lead their own of at least 12 months during the doctoral or
independent junior research group. As a postdoctoral phase or by comparable scien-
rule, researchers who have acquired be- tific cooperation with researchers abroad
tween two and four years of postdoctoral (the collaboration may have resulted in a
research experience are eligible to apply. relevant publication),
Applicants must have international research - Rapid completion of research training.
experience (previous scientific track record, - Foreign applicants are expected to continue
outstanding publications in high-ranking their scientific career in Germany following
international specialist journals or compa- completion of the funding period.
rable).
German Research The HP sponsors outstanding researchers Up to 4,450 EUR/ month Applications are welcome at any time and Any time
Foundation (DFG): Hei- who are qualified for tenured professorship: 5 years should be submitted according to the instruc-
senberg Programme they have the opportunity to prepare for a tions for project proposals.
(Heisenberg Fellow- future scientific leadership position and
simultaneously continue performing top-
ship/Heisenberg Pro-
class research. The HP is intended for re-
fessorship) searchers who have qualified for professor-
ship via the ENP, DFG staff positions, pri-
vate-sector research or non-faculty academ-
ic positions. The target group incl. junior
professors who have received positive eval-
uations, applicants who have achieved their
habilitation or equivalent and appropriately
qualified intl. researchers looking to pursue
careers in Germany.
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German Research The grants enable scientists and academics Depending The sponsorship Applications are welcome at any time and Any time
Foundation (DFG): Re- who have completed their academic train- on the amounts depend on should be submitted according to the instruc-
search Grant ing to conduct research projects with clearly project, the selected program tions for project proposals.
defined topics and limited durations. Re- typically modules. You will
searchers working in Germany or at a Ger- for several find detailed infor-
man research institution abroad who have years. mation on the bene-
completed their academic training (usually a fits in the guidelines
doctorate) are eligible to apply for the DFG on the program and
Research Grants. The funding expires with modules.
the completion of the project. The sponsor-
ship amount depends on the selected mod-
ule. Target group: Researchers from all
disciplines working at a German research
institution who have completed their aca-
demic training (usually a doctorate)
Volkswagen Founda- The initiative is directed toward enthusiastic 5 years, The first stage of Application Papers Oct. 13,
tion: 'Freigeist' Fellow- and charismatic junior scientists and schol- after eval- sponsorship covers 5 You will find all relevant application forms and 2016
ships ars from all disciplines with an outstanding uation years. Depending on information on the application procedure here.
record who wish to carry out highly innova- extension the field of research Oct. 12,
tive risk-taking research in projects located up to 3-5 and the stage of the Application Requirements 2017
at the boundaries of established fields of years fellow's career, re- - Doctorate has not been completed more
research. The modular, and therefore flexi- search projects may than five years previously
ble, funding offer gives junior researchers be funded up to an - Involvement in a higher education institution
with up to 5 years of post-doctoral experi- overall sum of EUR 1 or non-university research facility in Germany
ence a reliable time-line during which they million. at the start of the fellowship
are free to carry out their research. The - Switch of the academic environment and
fellowship even incorporates the possibility location, at the latest upon application, re-
to apply for additional components during turn to the work context of the doctoral
the funding period (e.g. funding of staff stage only possible in exceptional cases
positions, travel expenses etc.). - Period spent abroad, at the latest integrated
in the project being applied for
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POST-DOCS
(Link incl.)
Volkswagen Founda- The funding initiative is directed toward 18 months The grant sum is Application Papers Please find
tion: Experiment! In researchers from the natural-, engineering- with the limited to EUR You will find all relevant application forms and the updat-
Search of Bold Re- and life sciences including behavioural biol- option for 100,000. The funds information on the application procedure here. ed dead-
search Ideas ogy and experimental psychology who want renewal in may be flexibly uti- lines
to put a potentially transformative research case of lized for all personnel Application Requirements here.
idea to the test. Each year the Foundation success and non-personnel - doctoral degree or superior academic qualifi-
finances 10 to 15 fundamentally new re- costs incurred. cation
search topics, thus giving candidates the - active integration within a higher education
opportunity to demonstrate preliminary institution or an extra-mural research institu-
evidence for a concepts potential during an tion in Germany, at the latest starting with
exploratory phase, which is limited to a the project
period of 18 months and a grant sum of EUR - only one application per person or project
100,000. One year after the receipt of a team for each deadline
grant an interim assessment takes place at
the Foundations 'Forum Experiment!.
st
Volkswagen Founda- The foundation supports outstanding young 5-8 years Initial funding is Application Papers June 1
tion: Lichtenberg Pro- scientists to work independently, enabling available in an You will find all relevant application forms and
fessorships them to pursue and establish new and in- amount of EUR 0.8 information on the application procedure here.
terdisciplinary lines of research at a univer- to 1.5 million/ pro-
sity of their choice in Germany. Young sci- fessorship over a Application Requirements:
entists from all subjects who have been period of 5 years - https://www.daad.de/deutschland/stipendiu
awarded their doctorates within 4) or 7 m/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-
years prior to the application and who have data-
already gathered international experience base/?origin=44&status=5&subjectGrps=&da
are offered a tenure track option. For the ad=&q=&page=17&detail=10000152#vorauss
period following the funding and upon a etzungen
positive evaluation, the universities commit
to assuming the successful professorship
and guarantee that a regular professorship
will be included in their budget.
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POST-DOCS
(Link incl.)
st
Leibniz Institute of The IEG awards research fellowships to 1 year EUR 1,800/ month Please find further information regarding the Feb. 1
European History (IEG): junior scientists (doctoral candidates and + family allowance, if application requirements and process here. (starting
Research Fellowship post-doctoral researchers) from Germany necessary July)
Programme and abroad in history, theology or any other
historical discipline. Research projects ad-
dressing the historical foundations of Eu-
history, particularly those focussing on the
religious, political and social dimensions of
these periods, are eligible for funding. Tar-
get Group: post-doctoral researchers in
history, theology or any other historical
discipline from Germany and abroad re-
searching the historical foundations of Eu-
history.
Boehringer Ingelheim The travel grants are aimed at post-doctoral Up to 3 Lump sum for travel Please find further information regarding the Any time
Fonds: Travel Grants students who pursue experimental projects months and accommodation application paper and process here.
in the field of basic biomedical research and and cover costs of
who wish to learn about precise methods training courses
relevant for current research and work at
their laboratories. To this end, the grant
finances the participation in practice-
oriented training courses or research peri-
ods in other laboratories. European re-
searchers wishing to research within or
outside Europe and non-European re-
searchers intending to research in Europe,
are invited to apply.
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SENIOR SCIENTISTS/ FACULTY MEMBERS

(Link incl.)
DLR/DAAD Research- DLR-DAAD Research Fellowship is a pro- 1-3 2,300 EUR/ month - At the time of their application, applicants for Please find
Fellowship-Programme gramme implemented by the 'German Aer- months a DLR-DAAD Fellowship must be able to current
ospace Centre' (DLR) and the 'German Aca- prove their outstanding study or research offers
demic Exchange Service' (DAAD). DLR is achievements and applicants must be work- here.
Germanys national research centre for ing in higher education or at a research insti-
aeronautics and space. Its extensive re- tute; positions are open to outstandingly-
search and development work in Aero- qualified academics and scientists who
nautics, Space, Transportation and Energy is should generally hold a doctorate/ Ph.D.
integrated into national and international - Applicants have to submit an appropriate
cooperative ventures. As Germanys space language certificate (e.g. TOEFL: 550/217).
agency, DLR has been given responsibility - Applicants have assessed individually accord-
for the forward planning and the implemen- ing to prerequisites (Type C).
tation of the German space program by the - Applicants cannot be of German nationality.
German federal government as well as for - Applicants should have an excellent
the international representation of German knowledge of English; knowledge of German
interests. Approximately 7,400 people are is advantageous.
employed in DLRs 33 institutes and facili-
ties at 16 locations in Germany (incl.
Goettingen).
This special program is intended for highly-
qualified foreign doctoral, postdoctoral
students and senior scientists. DLR-DAAD
Fellowships are defined and awarded on an
individual basis. Each fellowship announce-
ment will indicate the specific qualification
requirements and terms of visit.
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(Link incl.)
Re-invitation Pro- The aim of this programme is to enable 1-3 2,150 EUR/ month - Applicants must have returned to their home Oct. 15,
gramme for Former former DAAD scholarship holders to carry months for professors country at least three years previously. May 15
Scholarship Holders out research and working projects in Ger- + Travel allowance, - The research or working project must be co-
many and to maintain contacts as part of unless these expens- ordinated with a cooperation partner in
DAAD's global alumni network. Former es are covered by the Germany.
holders of DAAD research grants or study home country or - Applicants must possess adequate knowledge
scholarships, who were funded for a period another source of of the German language to carry out the pro-
of over six months and former East German funding. posed research project. In your proposal,
scholarship holders who studied for at least Monthly payments please refer to the language skills needed for
one year in Germany can apply. for former scholar- your research.
What can be funded? ship holders who - Funding may only be claimed once within
- Research and working projects work outside the three years.
- Working stays at an institution in busi- science sector will be
ness, administration, culture or media for calculated based
former scholarship holders who work out- upon their qualifica-
side the science sector. tions accordingly.
Research Stays for Uni- What can be funded? 1-3 2,150 EUR/ month - Applicants should generally hold a doctor- Oct. 15,
versity Academics and Research stays at state or state-recognized months for professors ate/PhD. May 15
Scientists institutions of higher education or non- + Travel allowance, - Applicants must work at a university or insti-
university research institutes in Germany. A unless these expens- tute of higher education in their home coun-
research stay can also take place at several es are covered by the try.
host institutions. The aim of this particular home country or - The research project must be coordinated
programme is to support short-term re- another source of with an academic host institute in Germany.
search stays and thus promote the ex- funding The applicant must be provided with a work-
change of experience and networking place.
amongst colleagues. Who can apply? - Note: Former holders of fellowships from the
University teachers and established aca- Alexander von Humboldt Foundation are re-
demics and scientists who have usually quested to contact first the Humboldt Foun-
completed a doctoral degree and work at a dation.
university or research institute in their
home country.
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(Link incl.)
nized in the evenings and at weekends. - Who can apply?
Alexander von Hum- Highly-qualified international scientists and 6-18 3,150 EUR/ month Application Papers: Any time
boldt-Foundation: scholars from all disciplines who completed months + travel allowance Detailed information on the application and
Humboldt Research their doctorates less than 12 years ago and + language fellowship selection procedures can be found here.
Fellowship for Experi- wish to spend extended periods of research + family allowance
in Germany are invited to apply. Candidates + research cost al- Application Requirements:
enced Researchers
are expected to have their own, clearly lowance https://www.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium
defined research profile: they should typi- + Europe allowance /datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-
cally be working at least at the level of assis- + extensive Alumni data-
tant professor or junior research group sponsorship base/?origin=44&status=5&subjectGrps=&daad
leader or be able to document independent =&q=&page=6&detail=10000169#voraussetzun
research work over a number of years. gen
Gerda Henkel Founda- Scholars of post-doctoral or professorial 1-24 2,700 EUR/ month - Academic requirements: doctorate or post- Any time
tion: Research Scholar- level from the historical humanities (Ar- months + standard foreign doctoral lecture qualification in the field of
ships chaeology, Historical Sciences, Historical residence allowance historical humanities
Islamic Studies, History of Art, History of (675 EUR/ month) - For further information please follow the link
Law, Prehistory and Early History, History of + travel allowance below:
Science) are invited to apply for the re- + material costs http://www.gerda-henkel-
search scholarships, independent of their + contribution to stiftung.de/application_research-scholarships
nationality or place of work. The funding is printing costs, if
granted to candidates wishing to carry out necessary
an independent research project alone. + child allowance
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(Link incl.)
Gerda Henkel Founda- The programme focuses on academics re- 1-24 2,700 EUR/ month Application Requirements: May 27
tion: Special Pro- searching the emergence of political move- months + standard foreign A high-quality research proposal of relevance in
gramme Islam, the ments in the Islamic world on a national or residence allowance the special program's key fields of research; the
Modern Nation State transnational level with regard to the cur- (675 EUR/ month) project must be of fixed-term duration and
rent developments. Historical studies, to- + travel allowance well-funded.
and Transnational
gether with projects in the areas of religious + material costs Academic Requirements:
Movements and cultural studies or political science by + contribution to Doctorate or post-doctoral lecture qualification
PhDs and researchers with post-doctoral printing costs, if Application Papers:
lecture qualification are encouraged and necessary Application forms and further information on
supported, independent of the candidate's + child allowance the application procedure here.
nationality or place of work. The funding is Five key research areas: (1) Historical and Pre-
granted to candidates wishing to carry out sent-Day Islamic Systems of Society and State,
an independent research project alone. (2) The Concept of Nation, National Move-
ments and Nationalism in Islamic Civilization,
(3) Islamic Fundamentalism or Islamic Emanci-
pation?, (4) Transnational civil society move-
ments in the Islamic world, (5) Islamic States in
the International World System.
Volkswagen Founda- The funding initiative is directed toward 18 months The grant sum is Application Requirements: Please find
tion: Experiment! In researchers from the natural-, engineering- with the limited to EUR - Doctoral degree or superior academic qualifi- the updat-
Search of Bold Re- and life sciences including behavioural biol- option for 100,000. The funds cation ed dead-
search Ideas ogy and experimental psychology who want renewal in may be flexibly uti- - Active integration within a higher education lines
to put a potentially transformative research case of lized for all person- institution or an extra-mural research institu- here.
idea to the test. Each year the Foundation success nel and non- tion in Germany, at the latest starting with
finances 10 to 15 fundamentally new re- personnel costs in- the project
search topics, thus giving candidates the curred. - Only one application per person or project
opportunity to demonstrate preliminary team for each deadline
evidence for a concepts potential during an
exploratory phase. One year after the re- Application Papers:
ceipt of a grant an interim assessment takes You will find all relevant application forms and
place at the Foundations 'Forum Experi- information on the application procedure here.
ment!
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(Link incl.)
Volkswagen Founda- The foundation supports outstanding young 5-8 years Initial funding is Application Papers: June 1
tion: Lichtenberg Pro- scientists to work independently, enabling available in an You will find all relevant application forms and
fessorships them to pursue and establish new and in- amount of EUR 0.8 information on the application procedure here.
terdisciplinary lines of research at a univer- to 1.5 million/ pro-
sity of their choice in Germany. Young sci- fessorship over a Application Requirements:
entists from all subject who have been period of 5 years https://www.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium
awarded their doctorates within 4 or 7 /datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-
years prior to the application and who have data-
already gathered international experience, base/?origin=44&status=5&subjectGrps=&daad
are offered a tenure track option. For the =&q=&page=17&detail=10000152#voraussetzu
period following the funding and upon a ngen
positive evaluation, the universities commit
to assuming the successful professorship
and guarantee that a regular professorship
will be included in their budget.
Volkswagen Founda- The initiative aims at providing more free- 6 months - 100,000 EUR/ year Academic Requirements: Every year
tion: Opus magnum dom for writing a larger scholarly treatise to 2 years of which postdoctoral lecture qualification Feb. 1
professors from the humanities and social up to EUR 90,000 for Application Papers:
sciences who have already achieved a de- substitute teaching You will find all relevant application forms and
gree of renown by virtue of (a first) out- including all payroll information on the application procedure here.
standing research performance. The Foun- costs and
dation will finance a teaching substitute for up to EUR 10,000 for
a leave of absence of 6 months to 2 years. additional non-
personnel costs for
the holder of the
professorship, e.g.
for travel, research
stays, literature,
assistants, if re-
quired, publishing
costs
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