Leipzig University is delighted to announce the availability of State Postgraduate Scholarships aimed at supporting doctoral projects. These scholarships are provided in accordance with the Saxon freedom of higher education act (Sächsisches Hochschulfreiheitsgesetz, SächsHSFG) and the regulations for the Saxon scholarship programme (Sächsische Landesstipendienverordnung, SächsLStipVO).

Founded in 1409, Leipzig University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Germany. Located in the vibrant city of Leipzig, it offers a rich academic tradition combined with innovative research and teaching. The university encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and medicine, and is known for its strong international focus and diverse student body.

Application Deadline: 30 July

Brief Description

• University or Organization: Leipzig University
• Department: All departments offering structured doctoral programs
• Course Level: Doctoral
• Award: Basic monthly scholarship of €1350, with an additional family allowance of €100 per child if applicable, and separate grants for material resources and travel/stays abroad
• Access Mode: Online
• Number of Awards: Varies
• Nationality: International
• The award can be taken in: Germany

Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: All countries
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in any subject offered by the university
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Prospective doctoral researchers of all subject areas at Leipzig University.
• Holding an above-average degree in the relevant academic discipline.
• Must be enrolled in a structured doctoral program at Leipzig University.
• The doctoral project must not be financed by public funds in another way.
• The candidate must not be employed by the University.

How to Apply

1. Application for admission to a structured doctoral program at Leipzig University.
2. Application for a state scholarship for the first time (submit by post to the Studentenwerk).
3. CV (in tabular form) including a report on academic education to date.
4. An expert opinion from your supervising professor.
5. Description of the doctoral project (max. 10 pages).
6. Time and work schedule for the entire required doctoral period.
7. University degree certificates qualifying the candidate for doctoral studies.
8. If necessary, application for separate grants (can also be submitted during the funding period).
9. If a state postgraduate scholarship is granted, a certificate of enrolment must also be submitted as proof of admission to a structured doctoral programme at Leipzig University.

Application Deadlines:

• Submit both applications by the deadline of 30 July in the year you are applying.
• Scholarships are regularly awarded on 1 October of each year.

Application for Continuation of the Scholarship:

To apply for the continuation of the scholarship, submit the documents listed below by 26 February (for continuation from 1 April) or 30 July (for continuation from 1 October) of the application year:

• Application for the continuation of a state scholarship.
• Statement from your supervisor.
• Interim report on the status of the doctoral project with a schedule and a brief explanation for the continuation (length: 3 to 4 pages).
• Current enrolment certificate.

Benefits

• Basic monthly scholarship of €1350.
• Monthly family allowance of €100 per child if applicable.
• Separate grants for additional material resources, travel, and stays abroad (up to €1500 during the standard funding period).

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