The Hans Böckler Foundation is inviting international candidates to apply for its prestigious scholarship programs for the year 2025, located in Germany.
These scholarships are tailored specifically for individuals with a keen interest in the humanities, social sciences, or economics, aiming to cultivate scholars who are passionate about their fields.
By offering this opportunity, the foundation aims to support foreign PhD students who wish to immerse themselves in Germany’s rich academic landscape while advancing their research endeavors.
Backed by the Confederation of German Trade Unions (DGB), the Hans Böckler Foundation is dedicated to promoting the principles of co-determination and advancing research in labor and social welfare.
The scholarship programs place special emphasis on applicants hailing from the global south, reflecting the foundation’s commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
By prioritizing candidates who not only demonstrate strong academic capabilities but also possess a heightened social consciousness, the foundation seeks to nurture a new generation of scholars ready to make meaningful contributions to society and the academic community. You can also apply for the Herzog August Bibliothek Doctoral Fellowships in Germany
Scholarship Overview:
- Open to international students
- Specifically for students who have an interest in humanities, social sciences, or economics
- Studies will take place in Germany
- The application deadline varies according to the particular scholarship
Hans Böckler Stiftung Sponsored Scholarships:
- Dieter Schumacher International PhD Scholarship
Economics is the sponsored subject
The program with last a period of 12 to 24 months
Comes with a EUR 1,550 per month stipend plus EUR 1,400 for travel expenses each year
You must be under 30 years old to qualify
Research topics: Work on financial markets from an employee’s point of view, labor markets, income distribution, and fiscal and monetary policy.
- Ute and György Széll International PhD Scholarship
Supports courses in Humanities and Social Sciences
The program will last six months
Comes with a EUR 1,450 per month stipend plus EUR 1,300 for travel expenses per year
There is no age restriction.
In addition to a university or research institute, you may stay at a foundation or archive.
You qualify for both scholarships if you are actively involved in social, cultural, or political issues and strongly share the principles of the Hans Böckler Foundation.
Selection Criteria:
To apply for either scholarship, applicants should get ready:
A three-page synopsis of the PhD study that includes the methodology and research objectives.
A letter of invitation to offer local assistance from a German host supervisor.
Recommendation letters from the home institution’s PhD supervisor.
A completed application form, a diploma, and a resume
How to Apply:
Apply by sending in your documentation and filled application using this LINK
