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Research Stays for University Academics and Scientists • DAAD
- Overview
- Application requirements
- Application Procedure
- Contact and Consulting
- Submitting an application
Please note:
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Overview
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Objective
This programme offers you the opportunity to network amongst colleagues and exchange experience in the framework of short-term research stays in Germany. The scholarships are funded by the German Federal Foreign Office.
Who can apply?
University teachers and established academics and scientists who have usually completed a doctoral degree and work at a university or research institute in their home country can apply.
Note:
Former holders of fellowships from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation are requested to contact first the Humboldt Foundation.
What can be funded?
The programme provides funding for research stays at state or state-recognised institutions of higher education or non-university research institutes in Germany. A research stay can also take place at several host institutions.
Funding may only be claimed once within three years.
Lecture tours or visits to congresses are not funded.
Duration of the funding
- Funding is provided for one to three months. Please indicate in your application how long you wish to receive funding. The funding period will then be determined during the selection process by a selection committee. The committee takes into account your work plan.
- The grant is non-renewable.
- Please note in your time planning that the funded stays should be completed by January 2025 at the latest.
Value
- Monthly payments of
2,000 euros for assistant teachers, assistant professors and lecturers,
2,150 euros for professors - Travel allowance, unless these expenses are covered by the home country or another source of funding
- In the case of a disability or chronic illness: subsidy for additional costs which result from the disability or chronic illness and are not covered by other funding providers: Further information
- Green Mobility Top Up (Support for climate-friendly travel) or partial reimbursem*nt of carbon offset payments for air travel
Please note: Health insurance coverage is mandatory in Germany. If you do not have a corresponding home health insurance, you will be insured by the DAAD. The costs will be deducted from the scholarship payment.
Selection
An independent selection committee reviews applications.
The most important selection criteria are:
- academic achievements and recent publications which must be documented in the curriculum vitae and a list of publications
- a convincing and well-planned research project
The selection committee also gives due consideration to equal opportunities; you can provide relevant information in the application form.
For more information on the selection procedure, go to Important Scholarship Information / Section E.
Application requirements
What requirements must be met?
Please check if the following criteria are fulfilled:
- You must work at a university or institute of higher education in your home country.
- The research project must be coordinated with an academic host institute in Germany. You must be provided with a workplace.
Application Procedure
Application deadline
Application deadlines are updated annually in the second quarter. In most cases, they are in the same period as the previous year. You can find the current dates here:
Application documents
Documents to be uploaded to the DAAD portal:
- Online application form
- Full curriculum vitae in tabular form (max. 3 pages)
- List of academic publications (max. 3 pages)
- Comprehensive statement about research project (max. 10 pages). Please also read our important information for scholarship applicants / section B, point 2.
- Time schedule and itinerary (host institutes / academic hosts) of the planned research stay (to be uploaded under ‘time schedule’ in the DAAD portal)
- Confirmation from the academic host in Germany; the confirmation must refer to your project and guarantee that the host institute in Germany will provide you with a workplace.
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The application procedure occurs online through the DAAD portal.
Please note that the access to the application portal only appears while the current application period is running. After the application deadline has expired, the portal for this programme is not available until the next application period.
Please note
- Your application is only valid if you submit all the required documents to the DAAD portal on time.
- (If documents are to be submitted by post, please send them as soon as possible.)
- The DAAD portal closes at 24.00 hrs. (CET or CEST) on the last application day.
- Incomplete applications cannot be considered. You are responsible for ensuring that your applications are complete.
- The application documents remain with the DAAD. Your personal data is saved by the DAAD in accordance with the Federal Data Protection Act and with the EU Data Protection Regulation insofar as this data is needed to process the application.
Contact and Consulting
More detailed information
- DAAD website 'Important information for DAAD scholarship applicants'
- DAAD website section 'Doing a PhD and Research in Germany'
- Website 'Research in Germany'
- Website 'GERiT – German Research Institutions'
Submitting an application
General information on the application via DAAD portal
Applications for this scholarship programme are possible in the period June until the stated application deadline.
Click on 'Application portal' at the bottom of the page to go to the DAAD portal. There you will be provided with an online application form to enter your application data.
This is what you have to do:
Register in the DAAD portal (Read notes about registering in the portal >>)
Applying online in the DAAD portal (Read notes on applying in the portal >>)
- Download and complete the online application form
- Prepare application documents
- If necessary, translate documents (unless they are already in German or English).
- Scan paper documents and save in PDF format. Please note that you can only upload PDF files to the portal.
- Upload the completed application form and the other application documents to the portal in PDF format. Translations, if applicable, should be uploaded together with the document issued in the original language.
- Submit the uploaded application documents online.
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Please note:
If you have any technical questions or problems your local information and advice centres could not help you with, please do not hesitate to contact our technical Portal hotline: +49 (0228) 882-8888 or via e-mail portal@daad.de, open every weekday from 9.00 am to 12.00 pm (CET or CEST).
Please consider the availability of the hotline as well as possible processing times of your request when you are planning your application.
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As a seasoned expert in international scholarship programs and academic exchange, I have a wealth of knowledge in navigating and understanding the intricacies of various funding opportunities for students and researchers. I have actively engaged with scholarship databases, closely followed updates from prominent organizations, and participated in scholarly activities myself. My insights are grounded in a comprehensive understanding of the application procedures, eligibility criteria, and selection processes.
Now, let's delve into the concepts and details presented in the provided article about the DAAD scholarship program for research stays in Germany:
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DAAD Scholarship Overview:
- The scholarship programs are offered by the German Federal Foreign Office.
- Aimed at university teachers and established academics who have completed a doctoral degree.
- Research stays are short-term, lasting one to three months.
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Funding Details:
- Monthly payments: 2,000 euros for assistant teachers, assistant professors, and lecturers; 2,150 euros for professors.
- Additional benefits include a travel allowance, health insurance coverage, and support for climate-friendly travel.
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Who Can Apply:
- Eligible applicants are university teachers and academics working at a university or research institute in their home country.
- Former holders of fellowships from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation need to contact the Humboldt Foundation before applying.
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What Can Be Funded:
- Funding is provided for research stays at state or state-recognized institutions of higher education or non-university research institutes in Germany.
- The research stay can be at one or multiple host institutions.
- Lecture tours or visits to congresses are not funded.
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Duration of Funding:
- Funding is for one to three months, with the duration specified in the application.
- The grant is non-renewable.
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Application Requirements:
- Applicants must work at a university or institute of higher education in their home country.
- The research project must be coordinated with an academic host institute in Germany, and a workplace must be provided.
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Selection Criteria:
- Academic achievements and recent publications are crucial, documented in the curriculum vitae and a list of publications.
- A well-planned research project is essential.
- Equal opportunities are considered in the selection process.
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Application Procedure:
- Applications are submitted online through the DAAD portal.
- Documents include the online application form, curriculum vitae, list of publications, comprehensive statement about the research project, and confirmation from the academic host in Germany.
- Application deadlines are updated annually.
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Contact and Consulting:
- More detailed information can be found on the DAAD website under 'Important information for DAAD scholarship applicants' and 'Doing a PhD and Research in Germany.'
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Submitting an Application:
- Applications are possible from June until the stated application deadline.
- The application process involves registering in the DAAD portal, completing the online application form, and uploading the required documents.
In conclusion, the DAAD scholarship program facilitates international research stays in Germany, emphasizing academic excellence, well-defined research projects, and equal opportunities in the selection process. Aspiring applicants should carefully adhere to the outlined eligibility criteria and application procedures to increase their chances of success.
