The KWI International Fellowship is designed for independent researchers from around the world. This German-funded program offers an excellent opportunity for researchers with disabilities in cultural studies, social sciences, and humanities. Through the International Fellowship program, researchers will have access to modern offices and comprehensive administrative services. They will also receive ongoing administrative and logistical support from the host institution. The fellowship lasts for six months.
The KWI Fellowship in Germany provides a monthly stipend of €3,000, which covers accommodation, insurance, and living expenses. Fellows also receive a portion of their travel expenses. Through the 2026 Research Fellowship program, fellows will participate in reading groups and other academic activities at KWI, as well as attend various seminars, conferences, and congresses.
KWI International Fellowships in Europe may also offer the opportunity to organize workshops and collaborate with researchers in a diverse academic environment. Researchers can pursue a variety of scientific projects, such as writing a book or publishing a special edition, developing a new research project, or forming a research team. However, a lack of German language skills can be an obstacle to obtaining a research grant, as the entire process is conducted in English.
Details About KWI International Fellowship in Germany 2027
Host Country: Germany
Host Institute: Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities (KWI), University Alliance Ruhr
Program Location: Essen, Germany
Program Duration: 1 April 2027 until 30 September 2027
Deadline: August 17, 2026.
Benefits:
- Open to applicants from all countries.
- Monthly salary of €3,000.
- Covers living expenses, rent, and insurance.
- Partial reimbursement for round-trip airfare to Germany.
- Salary covers any additional travel expenses.
- German language proficiency is not required.
- Conduct research at a leading institute in Germany.
Eligibility Criteria:
- A PhD in the humanities or social sciences is required.
- Up to 6 years of postdoctoral experience is required.
- The research proposal must align with the research areas of the KWI Institute.
- German citizens must work for an international organization.
- The fellowship must begin on April 1, 2027, and end on that date.
- A PhD is required.
- Late applications will not be accepted.
- Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Documents required:
- PhD certificate
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- List of publications
- Project proposal outlining the proposed KWI research project (maximum 5,000 characters
How to apply?
Please send your application by email to international.fellowship@uni-due.de in English. Please compile all required documents into a single PDF file (maximum 20 MB). Late applications or applications submitted in multiple files will not be accepted. Please keep a copy of your application for your records.
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