A golden opportunity has just opened up for aspiring international researchers. Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg (BTU) has announced its latest call for applications for fully funded PhD scholarships, giving talented doctoral candidates from around the world a chance to pursue their research dreams in Germany.
What’s on Offer | Funding Package
The full PhD scholarship offers a generous monthly stipend of €1,500 to cover living expenses while pursuing a doctorate at BTU. For doctoral candidates with children, there is additional support available in the form of a family allowance of €150 per child per month, provided the necessary documentation is submitted (such as a certificate from the Kindergeldkasse).
Funding is available for up to 36 months, offering substantial support to carry out high-quality research across various scientific and academic disciplines.
Please note: This scholarship does not represent a legal entitlement, and the awarding of scholarships is subject to approval by the GRS Awarding Commission.
Who Can Apply | Eligibility Criteria
- You must already be admitted to or applying for a PhD/doctorate program at BTU.
- You must have a confirmed supervisor at BTU. Applications from those who have not yet secured a BTU supervisor will not be considered.
- You should submit a letter of acceptance from your supervisor at BTU if you’re still in the process of being admitted.
- Only individual doctoral/PhD students may apply. Applications submitted by supervisors on behalf of students will not be accepted.
- Your supervisor must be able to provide academic resources for your research project at BTU.
- Applicants must demonstrate:
- A completed university degree
- Strong research motivation and relevant skills
- An excellent academic record.
Important: If you applied for the full scholarship in a previous call and were not selected, you are not eligible to reapply under this round.
How to Apply | Application Process
Applicants must submit their documents as a single PDF file, arranged in the required order. Incomplete applications or those not meeting submission criteria will not be processed.
Submit your application by email to: [email protected]
Subject line: Application for PhD Scholarship
Portal: https://www.b-tu.de/en/researchschool/funding-opportunities/scholarships
Application Deadline
The last date to apply for the BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg Full PhD Scholarship is September 24, 2025, at 12:00 noon CEST.