The Dieter Schumacher International PhD-Scholarship is run by the Hans Böckler Foundation, the foundation of the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) for co-determination and work-related research.
It brings international doctoral students in economics to a German university or research institute for a 12- or 24-month research stay. Applications from all countries are welcome, the Global South especially.
Benefits & funding
- Stipend of EUR 1,850 for living expenses (the current rate)
- Travel lump sum of up to EUR 1,735
- A stay of 12 or 24 months, chosen when you apply
Eligibility
- Doctoral students in economics under the age of 30
- Offered to foreign doctoral candidates who want to combine their research with a stay in Germany; all countries welcome, the Global South especially (a preference, not a bar)
- A host PhD supervisor in Germany must invite you and take charge of your on-site support
- Applicants are expected to be politically, culturally and socially engaged and interested in the foundation’s core values
Application process
- 1Secure an invitation letter from a host supervisor in Germany and a recommendation letter from your home PhD supervisor.
- 2Write a 3-page project description and a 3-page research paper on your plans in Germany.
- 3Email the signed application form with all documents to the foundation by 28 February or 30 July.
Program timeline
Application deadline
28 February 2027
Following application deadline
30 July 2027