DAAD Short-Term Research Grants

DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)

Amount: €1,200/month
Deadline: Varies by country, typically August-October
Level: graduate, phd, postdoc
Renewable: No

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About

Supports short-term research stays (1 to 6 months) in Germany for master's students, doctoral candidates, and postdocs.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: International
  • GPA: Varies
  • Currently enrolled in a master's or PhD program
  • Postdocs for a short research period (1-6 months)

Required Materials

  • Online application form
  • CV
  • Letter of motivation
  • Research proposal
  • Letter of invitation from a German host institution
  • Academic transcripts and degrees
  • Language certificates

Timeline

Application typically opens in summer, deadline in fall, results in spring.

Tips

Clearly define the objectives of your short research stay and how it integrates into your larger academic work.