Programme Description
Every year the HSB assigns about 100 grants. The fellows receive 1,350 EUR per month plus a research cost allowance of 100 EUR, a health-care subsidy as well as family- and child allowances, if necessary. Comprehensive non-material support is also part of the fellowship.
Target Group
Candidates need to be admitted for doctoral studies a a state or state-recognised higher education institution. If possible, the doctoral project should have sociopolitical relevance and a meaningful contribution to research can be expected.
Academic Requirements
Number of Scholarships
Scholarship Value
In addition, they receive a health insurance subsidy of up to 100 EUR and, if applicable, a family allowance of 155 EUR and a child allowance of 155 EUR if there is at least one child living in the household.
Application Papers
Application Deadline
Application Requirements
- material need
- outstanding school and academic achievements
- promising research proposal
- commitment to labour unions or socio-political issues, ideally in the long term
- responsible, motivated, reliable individuals willing to play an active role in the Foundation's work
- There is an age limit set at 40 years old.
- Knowledge of German must be proven by means of a B2 German language certificate. Applicants with a German school leaving certificate or a Bachelor's degree in Germany do not need to provide proof.