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The Scholarships for Masters and Doctorate in Germany Are Valid During the Duration of the Course, With a Value of 850 Euros per Month and an Extra Fixed Amount of 20 Euros
Applications for master’s and doctorate scholarships have been opened by the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation for students who want to study in Germany. Applications will remain open until October 1, 2022. To apply, CLICK HERE!
The master’s and doctorate scholarships are valid during the duration of the course, with a value of 850 euros per month and an extra fixed amount of 20 euros. Additional benefits of up to 86 euros are also available for health and nursing insurance.
The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation awards scholarships in all disciplines for doctoral candidates, except for medicine, dentistry, and veterinary medicine. Funding lasts for two years, but there is the possibility of extension, with a monthly scholarship of 1300 euros.
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What Are the Selection Criteria and How to Apply?
Candidates for the master’s or doctorate scholarship must have above-average academic performance, political and social engagement in accordance with the goals and objectives of the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, an understanding of the German language (level B2 or higher), and personal/family background.
In order to compete for one of the scholarships from the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, candidates need to submit the following documents, all in PDF format:
- Submit a certificate of enrollment/admission at a recognized German higher education institution, indicating the completed university semesters and the field of study. Without this information, the certificate will not be considered.
- Have letters of recommendation from university professors regarding their ability to perform and study. Must be in German or English and has no specific format.
- Professional Curriculum: curriculum vitae in tabular form (in German or English with a complete educational background).
- Copy of the highest educational qualification, such as a bachelor’s certificate or intermediate diploma, indicating the final grade. If not available in German or English, the candidate must provide a non-certified translation.
- Certificate proving German language skills and understanding at least at level B2, even if studies are completed in English.
- Information about the course at the university, such as Transcript of Records; grades; performance overviews; intermediate certificates.
Additionally, the master’s or doctorate scholarship candidate must provide evidence of social commitment, demonstrating alignment with the foundation’s values. For example, means that prove their involvement with political groups, parties, unions, clubs, university committees, and NGOs.
The scholarship candidate must have a copy of their passport and must apply for a student visa to Germany or a residence permit in the country. At the time of applying for the scholarship, if it is not possible to present the documents, the deadline for the student to submit the visa/permit is April 1, 2023.
For more information, CLICK HERE!
Learn About the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation
The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation was founded in 1990 and represents a non-profit institution linked to the Left party (Die Linke). It is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, providing support for research, studies, and publications on various themes such as gender, agrarian issues, human rights, transparency, and democracy.
Scholarship recipients receive, in addition to financial support, other types of support, such as political education events, summer courses, workshops inside and outside Germany, symposiums, and trips. The Rosa Luxemburg Foundation also prepares practical training in areas such as rhetoric, conflict management, and other skills.
