Programme Description
Candidates are international students from all subjects (except the medical disciplines) who have been admitted to a doctoral programme at a German higher education institution. They come from countries in the Global South (Asia, Africa, Latin America), post-Soviet states as well as eastern and south-eastern European (EU) countries. Eligibility criteria include an excellent school and academic record and voluntary social and political involvement. Scholars are paid the amount of 1,200 EUR per month over a period of 2, at a maximum of 3 years. The scholarship also entails comprehensive non-material support.
Target Group
Anybody who has been unconditionally accepted for a doctorate at a German institution of higher education is invited to apply – except for the medical disciplines. Eligible applicants come from countries in the Global South (Asia, Africa, Latin America), post-Soviet states as well as eastern and south-eastern European (EU) countries.
Academic Requirements
- Admission to a doctoral programme at a state or state-recognized higher education institution in Germany
- Sufficient knowledge of German, although the courses are held in English.
This means a “Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang” of at least DSH level 2, a “Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache” of at least level 4, a “Zertifikat C 1” by a Goethe Institute, the “Deutsche Sprachdiplom der Kultusministerkonferenz” at level II or a “Telc C1 Hochschule”
Scholarship Value
- a. 1,200 EUR per month
b. Networking within the student- and working groups
c. Comprehensive seminar programme
d. Participation in symposia
Application Papers
Application forms and further information on the application procedure can be found here.
